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The Historic 1856 Octagon House 276 Linden Street Fond du Lac, WI 54935 920/922-1608 New this season; Full Moon Paranormal Dinners! Advance Tickets on Sale Now!
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A View of the South Bedchamber and the Unique 'Indian Lookout' Windows. The Platform hides the entrance to a Secret Room and a message left by a runaway slave! Crawl in and see! |
The Historic Octagon House is a national landmark built in 1856 to be an Indian fort, and later used in the underground railroad. Experience history during our guided tours! Originally the home of one of Fond du lac's first Mayors, and rumored as a still for moonshine, this home has a VERY colorful past! Now fully restored, this oddity is open for touring! Architecturally unique, this 12 room Orson Fowler home, features 9 passageways and a hand-dug underground tunnel! The Historic Octagon House is open: April - October Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays 1-5, guided tours at 2:00. Groups of 6 or more can make reservations for tours, meetings, teas, and dinners year 'round by appointment! Play 'dress up' during your visit and step back in time! (additional fee applies) |
Groups will find many varied collections housed within the walls, including:
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porcelain dolls |
millinery (hats) |
early cookware |
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vintage china |
heirloom clothing |
hat pins |
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jewelry fancies |
perfume bottles |
seasonal collectibles |
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antique tools |
vintage photo equipment |
kerosene lamps |
... and countless more unique items of interest!
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Something Special's Cooking in the Dining Room! Now with your group of 6 or more, experience an intimate candlelight dinner tour, featuring a 5 course Victorian meal served by costumed maids and cooks. Immediately following your meal, enjoy a candlelight tour of the historic home. For an added treat, invite your guests to dress the part! Step into our Costume Closets and walk out as part of history! (additional fee applies) Your group of 6 or more can reserve a private dinner and tour, or join in with one of our Special Events! |
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One of the Museum's Features: The Upstairs Study Contains Memorabilia from the Women's Relief Corps, a group formulated of dedicated ladies who originally went out onto the battlefields providing food, water, and first aid to the soldiers in battle. This movement can be compared to today's Red Cross. The Historic Octagon House was named as a post of the Women's Relief Corps during the battle between the States. |
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A Special treat for all ages, housed within the Octagon House is the one of the finest rent or buy theatrical supply facilities to be found. While mannequins model vintage fashions, the closets swell with beautiful reproductions! Custom Orders Welcomed! Alterations Skillfully Done! Clothing Restoration & Restyling Available! Over 60 years experience! Call 1-920-923-5656 for more information
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Do you like Dolls? Marlenes Country Doll Museum has over 4,000 of them! This family owned collection of playthings started 6 generations ago, and has grown! Just out of the city, Marlenes museum is located at the Silver Wheel Manor. Call for an appointment and bring your friends920-922-1608. |
