About
The Swiss Historical Village & Museum presents the unique story of the founding of New Glarus in 1845 and traces the Swiss colony's growth into a dairy farming community that continues to keep alive its ethnic heritage.
The Swiss Historical Village & Museum, in the heart of "America's Little Switzerland," is owned and operated by the New Glarus Historical Society, Inc. The Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of artifacts, records, and family histories of the Swiss immigrants. The Society is affiliated with the Wisconsin State Historical Societyl and is a member of the New Glarus Chamber of Commerce.
The Society is gratefully supported by grants from the Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Historical Society, as well as through membership and donations from local businesses and the public.
Each year, the Swiss Historical Village & Museum welcomes a wide range of school groups, history buffs, Swiss enthusiasts, charters, families and sightseers. We hope to see you soon!
With Special Thanks to the
New Glarus Historical Society
Board - Effective March 2024
Larry Klassy, President
David Hustad, Vice President
John Freitag, Treasurer
Carol Hassemer, Secretary
Kelly Ruschman
Jackie Judd-Scheurer
Al Lienhardt
Tim Pauli
Dwight Truttmann