welcome
Welcome to the Franklin Historical Society website. It is our goal to preserve and promote
Franklin's long, proud history. We invite you to visit the four historic buildings in Lions Legend Park
and participate in our community activities. New members to our nonprofit organization are always welcomed.
important dates in history
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July 4, 2006
City of Franklin celebrates its 50th Anniversary -
July 1969
Franklin Historical Society becomes incorporated as nonprofit organization. -
August 14, 1956
Franklin residents vote to incorporate as a city. -
August 31, 1962
Franklin High School opens.
upcoming events
- Legend Park Open Houses will be June 24th, July 4 & 22 and August 19. On July 4th they will open from 1pm to 5pm and 2:30pm - 4pm on the other dates after Music in the Park.
- Annual Meeting at Franklin Public Library April 28th at 1pm
- Wisconsin Historical Society Metro Regional Meeting at Franklin Public Library July 14th from 9:30am
Mission Statement
The Franklin Historical Society seeks to preserve and foster appreciation of local history and to maintain living museums for educational and community enrichment.
the franklin historical society
The Franklin Historical Society evolved from an adult education class taught by Al Block, Director of Instruction, at Franklin High School in January 1969. Dennis Horvath served as acting chairman when the FHS was organized on February 5, 1969, and the first board of directors was elected that April with John Kamper as president. The Society was incorporated as a nonprofit organization in July 1969 and became an affiliate of the Wisconsin State Historical Society the following year.
what's new?
Travis Nickels is presented with a letter thanking him for his support of the Franklin Historical Society. He is the owner of Ferch'sRestaurant in Franklin.
living museums
Whelan School Living History Experience
Teachers are invited to sign up their elementary class for a day of learning in a rural one room school setting. Contact Barbara Pforr at Bap4@earthlink.net for more details.
chapel weddings
Couples interested in a quaint chapel wedding ceremony are welcomed to rent the St. Peters Chapel for such a service. The chapel holds up to 50 guests and an organist is available if requested. For reservations, contact Barbara Pforr at Bap4@earthlink.net.
Newsletters
We are now digitizing all of our newsletters. Please click here to see them.