History Maker Space

From Our Founders to Modern Madison: Rich History Awaits 
Discover the rich history and untold stories of Wisconsin’s capital city as you journey through the streets of downtown Madison. Explore the historic Capitol Square and visit the former site of the American House, a modest hotel where state officials stayed during Madison’s earliest legislative sessions. Stop by the Argus Bar, a modern establishment housed in one of Madison’s oldest surviving commercial buildings—a building that was once home to the Argus newspaper. 
Throughout the tour, your guide will discuss the various ways that generations of residents have viewed and shaped the landscape, revealing the many layers of our capital’s past—from its earliest inhabitants to its emergence and establishment as a thriving, modern city. 
This beloved annual walking tour runs from spring through early fall, with scheduled dates on select Thursdays and Saturdays. Reserve your spot today.

Local Event: Hidden History of the Capitol Square Walking Tour

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Hidden History of the Capitol Square Walking Tour

From Our Founders to Modern Madison: Rich History Awaits 
Discover the rich history and untold stories of Wisconsin’s capital...

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Ethical Trade Co

Fair Trade Clothing Sale!
Join us July 25 &amp; 26 at Ethical Trade Co for 50% off all men’s and women’s clothing.
Shop ethically made styles that support fair wages, dignified work, and artisan communities around the world.
July 25 &amp; 26 11am–5pm both days Ethical Trade Co 1904 Winnebago St, Madison, WI
Come find something meaningful — and save big while you do it!

Local Event: Two-Day Fair Trade Fashion Sale

Two-Day Fair Trade Fashion Sale

Fair Trade Clothing Sale!
Join us July 25 & 26 at Ethical Trade Co for 50% off all men’s and women’s clothing.
Shop ethically...

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Hidden History of the Capitol Square Walking Tour

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History Maker Space, 1 S Pinckney St, Madison, WI

Two-Day Fair Trade Fashion Sale