Guided tours must be scheduled in advance of arrival
Milton House Museum Fall Events
.jpg/:/cr=t:0%25,l:0%25,w:100%25,h:100%25/rs=w:1080,cg:true)
Hops & History: "Life is All Darkness" - The Life of Mary Lincoln
Join Milton House Museum Executive Director Keighton Klos as she explores the life of one of America's most misunderstood First Ladies in the first fall Hops and History Event.
Looking beyond the myths and controversies surrounding her life, this presentation explores Mary Lincoln as a complex woman of intelligence, compassion, ambition, and resilience. Was she merely a woman defined by tragedy, or a survivor whose strength and determination have too often been overshadowed by history?
Discover the woman behind the legend and reconsider the legacy of a First Lady judged as harshly by history as she was by her contemporaries.
When: Wednesday October 14th, 2026
Where: Tap Room of Good Works Brewing Co
Cost: $10 online; $10 at the door (cash only at the door)
History & Mystery: A Paranormal Investigation at the Milton House Museum
Led by Milton House Museum Education Coordinator Julie Marquardt, participants will learn about paranormal investigation techniques and use paranormal research equipment while exploring areas of the historic Milton House, built in 1844.
Whether you’re a seasoned paranormal investigator, a history enthusiast, or simply curious about what may still linger within the historic walls of the Milton House, this unique evening invites you to explore the house after dark. Experience history, mystery, and the unexplained as you investigate one of Wisconsin’s most historic sites.
Paranormal activity is never guaranteed, but once the lights go out and the investigation begins, there’s no telling what we might uncover.
*MUST BE AT LEAST 13 YEARS OF AGE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT
*Please note: There are TWO separate times that this event is being offered, both on October 16th. Please verify that you are signing up for your preferred time when purchasing tickets.
When: October 16th | 7 pm - 8:15 pm
Where: Milton House Museum | 18 S Janesville St Milton WI
Cost: $25 per person
.jpg/:/cr=t:0%25,l:0%25,w:100%25,h:100%25/rs=w:1080,cg:true)
Gothics After Dark: Victorian Tales in the Cemetery
Gather among the headstones of Milton’s City Cemetery as readers bring the dark imagination of the Victorian era to life through selections from classic and lesser-known Gothic novels. From ghosts and vampires to murder, madness, secrets, and the supernatural, these haunting tales offer a glimpse into the stories that captivated Victorian audiences.
*This is not a haunted event
When: October 24th | 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Where: Milton Cemetery 167 N Janesville Street
Cost: $20 per person
*Not recommended for children under the age of 13
When purchasing tickets, please note: Guests will be expected to stand for approximately 1 hour outside, while also traversing uneven and unpaved areas of the cemetery at dusk.
*Proper footwear and weather appropriate clothing are recommended.
Milton House Museum Christmas Events
Christmas Traditions Twilight Tour
Experience the warmth and wonder of Christmas through the years at the Milton House Museum’s new Christmas Traditions Twilight Tour!
Explore holiday traditions from the 1850s through the 1940s, and discover how people decorated, celebrated, and found joy together throughout the history of our Milton Community and the Milton House.
Historical decorations and stories, illuminated by a mix of lamplight and modern Christmas lights, will create a festive evening connecting Christmases past and present.
At the end of your tour, stop at our ornament-making station! Kids and adults alike can enjoy creating a keepsake to bring a little of the evening’s Christmas cheer home.
Tours run from 4–7 p.m. on select Saturdays, with each Saturday featuring a different local Christmas treat pop-up!
Saturday Nov 28th: Celebrate Small Business Saturday items for purchase available from Sugardust Cookies and Bakehouse.
Saturday Dec 5th: Join the fun of Merry Milton Weekend with treats from Sweet G’s Bakery available for purchase in our lobby.
Saturday Dec 12th: Enjoy holiday goodies available for purchase from Great Harvest Bread Company.
Tickets are $15 per person and advance tour ticket purchases are encouraged. Walk-in admission may be available as space allows, but guests who purchase tickets ahead of time will receive priority entry for their ticketed time.
7th Annual Wreaths on Parade Live Auction
Join the Milton House Museum on Thursday December 3rd for our 7th annual Wreaths on Parade live auction event!
Bid on over 20 uniquely decorated holiday wreaths created by local business, organizations, and individuals. Winners will be able to take their wreaths home with them that night!
This event is a fun way to support the mission of the MIlton House Museum, while getting into the holiday spirit.
Date: Saturday December 3rd
Time: 6:30 pm
Where: Tomah Community Room located on the second floor of the Milton House Museum
Cost: Free to attend | amount due from bidding - TBD
