Caledonia Historical Society

CHS MEETINGS AND OPEN HOUSES

The CHS meets the third Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm.  The CHS does not meet the months of December through March, but Board meetings are held on a regular basis.

The April, October, and November meetings are held at the Franksville Park Building, and the May through September meetings are held in the Botting Shed at the Caledonia Historical Village, 7330 5 Mile Rd.

The May CHS membership meeting will be held May 21st at 6:30 pm, and the guest speaker will be Mike Palacek, former president of the Sons of Norway Lodge.  He has written a history of the lodge and edited a book from 125 years ago on Norwegian Immigration.  The public is welcome to attend.

Monthly open houses are held the third Sunday of the month May through October from Noon until 3 pm.  The buildings are open with docents available to answer questions.

2026 SPECIAL EVENTS

A Jazz-Age Mystery Dinner on May 16th from 6 pm to 9 pm.  Purchase $45 tickets at Floral Creations, 5200 Douglas Ave.

EVENTS ALL YEAR LONG!!  The flyer has been update to correct the hours for the Barn Dance to 4 pm to 9 pm on September 12th.

JOIN US

The grounds of the Caledonia Historical Village are open from dawn to dusk.  If you use the grounds for your professional photography, please make a donation.  The CHV is owned and operated by the volunteers of the Caledonia Historical Society, and is funded by donations, membership dues, and grants.  There are no governmental funds provided.

MEMBERSHIP FORMS AND DONATIONS

The link for the membership form and donation information can be found on the ABOUT page.  You need to scroll down the page.  You can donate by either mailing a check or online.  The CHS is a 501(c)3.

Annual Christmas Bake Sale

The Caledonia Historical Society is holding their annual Christmas Bake Sale on December 5^th from 3 pm to 7 pm and December 6^th from 9 am to 3 pm at the Caledonia Historical Village located at 7330 5 Mile Rd, just east of Hwy 38.

The Christmas Bake Sale will be held in the 1877 Town Hall.  Cookies available will be coconut comfort, molasses, pistachio, peanut butter blossom, fudge spritz cookies and much more. There will also be holiday breads, candies, peanut brittle and apple, cherry, blueberry and pumpkin pies.

Visitors of all ages may have their photo taken with Santa,

All proceeds benefit the Caledonia Historical Society.

CHS MEETINGS AND OPEN HOUSES

The CHS meets the third Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm.  The CHS does not meet the months of December through March, but Board meetings are held on a regular basis.

The April and November meetings are held at the Franksville Park Building, and the May through October meetings are held in the Botting Shed at the CHV.

Guest Speakers will be announced when appropriate.

Monthly open houses are held the third Sunday of the month May through October.  The buildings are open with docents available to answer questions.

The grounds of the Caledonia Historical Village are open from dawn to dusk.  If you use the grounds for your professional photography, please make a donation.  The CHV is owned and operated by the volunteers of the Caledonia Historical Society, and is funded by donations, membership dues, and grants.  There are no governmental funds provided.

MEMBERSHIP FORMS AND DONATIONS

The link for the membership form and donation information can be found on the ABOUT page.  You need to scroll down the page.  You can donate by either mailing a check or online.  The CHS is a 501(c)3.

Second Annual Mystery Dinner at the Caledonia Historical Village (CHV)

The second annual mystery dinner will be held in the Big Red Botting Shed on May 17th.  Who is the victim?  Who are the suspects?  You will have to attend to find out.  Happy Hour 5 to 6 pm, Dinner 6 to 7 pm, Murder Mystery 7 to 9 pm.  Cash bar for beer and wine.  $45 per ticket with sales ending May 10th.   For tickets contact [email protected] or stop in to Floral Creations, 5200 Douglas Ave.

New Event for the CHS–Car Wash at Floral Creations on Douglas

The car wash will be held on June 21st.  No dirty brushes used to scratch your paint.  Just “expert” car wash people ready to send you on your way with  a sparkling car.

Brewtown Cruisers 44th Annual Car Show at the Caledonia Historical Village

The 44th annual Brewtown Cruisers Car Show will be held September 6th.  Beautifully restored and unique cars will be on display.  Food and Baked goods are always available.

Second Annual Barn Dance in the Big Red Botting Shed at the CHV

The second annual Barn Dance will be held September 20th.  Celebrate beautiful fall weather (we hope) with the CHS Volunteers.

Christmas Santa Bake Sale in the 1877 Town Hall at the CHV

The annual Christmas Santa Bake Sale will be held December 5th through the 7th.  The CHS bakers provide many delicious treats.  Why bake when the CHS bakers do it for you?

Details for all of these events will be provided as the dates approach.  Watch for the details on the CHS Facebook page, this website, and various local Facebook Community pages. 

CHS MEETINGS AND OPEN HOUSES

The CHS meets the third Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm.  The CHS does not meet the months of December through March, but Board meetings are held on a regular basis.

The April and November meetings are held at the Franksville Park Building, and the May through October meetings are held in the Botting Shed at the CHV.

Please note that the April membership meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 16th due to location conflicts.  The meeting begins at 6:30 pm at the Franksville Park Building.

Guest Speakers will be announced when appropriate.

Monthly open houses are held the third Sunday of the month May through October.  The buildings are open with docents available to answer questions.  Check out the new display in the Museum.  The first open house of 2025 will be May 18th from Noon until 4 pm.

MEMBERSHIP FORMS AND DONATIONS

The link for the membership form and donation information can be found on the ABOUT page.  You need to scroll down the page.  You can donate by either mailing a check or online.  The CHS is a 501(c)3.CHS