Castlerock Museum

How well do we really know the medieval period? On Saturday, August 9th at 2pm, Patrick Kelly will break down popular myths and misconceptions about the period at Castlerock Museum in Alma, Wisconsin. These will cover everyday life, combat, and more. Patrick is a museum volunteer and reenactor who also works as a cutler at Arms and Armor in Minneapolis. Admission is $8 for adults and $5 for students and free for members. The museum will open at 10am for visitors that would like to see the exhibits beforehand. Contact the museum at 608-685-4231 for more details. LEARN MORE

On Saturday, July 19th at 2pm, Luke Kramer will discuss the role of women in ancient and medieval warfare at Castlerock Museum in Alma, Wisconsin. The presentation will focus on specific historical accounts of individual women, such as Queen Boudica who led a revolt in Roman Britain, Joan of Arc who inspired the French during the Hundred Years’ War, and Jeanne “Hachette” who used an axe to help defend Beauvais, France. Luke Kramer is a museum volunteer and member of Driftless HEMA. He has had a lifelong interest in ancient and medieval history.Admission is $8 for adults and $5 for students. The museum will be open at 10am for visitors that would like to see the exhibits beforehand. Contact the museum at 608-685-4231 for more details. Follow On Facebook!

Civil War Encampment at Castlerock Visit Castlerock Museum in Alma, Wisconsin on Saturday, July 12th from 10am - 4pm for a special program with reenactors from the 2nd Minnesota Battery of Light Artillery. Visitors can see a full-size replica of a Model 1861 ten-pounder Parrott Rifle and discover how the cannon was used. They can also learn about the soldiers’ lives, artillery shells and flags, period music and games, and Civil War era firearms. There will also be a display of quilts made by the women of the Second Battery using period patterns and reproduction fabrics. Visitors can also check out the Civil War display in the museum's new American galleries. Admission is $8 for adults and $5 for students. Museum members get a $2 discount. For more information, contact the museum at 608-685-4231 or info@castlerockmuseum.com. Members of the 2nd Minnesota Battery in front of their cannon. Quilts made by the women of the Second Battery.