History Museum at the Castle Tours

Get to know the fascinating story of our intriguing past with an afternoon at History Museum at the Castle. With plenty of collections and exhibits to pore over, you'll discover lots of interesting stories here.

To visit this collection of historical artifacts, find your way to Appleton. You'll find loads of other worthwhile attractions in this area, including Hearthstone Historic House Museum, Gardens of the Fox Cities, and Fox Cities Performing Arts Center.

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Quality Inn

Quality Inn

2.5 out of 5
per person
Jul 24 - Jul 27
found 19 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Salt Lake City (SLC) to Appleton (ATW)
8.2/10 Very Good! (330 reviews)
Love the property and I’ll stay here every visit

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2025

Cobblestone Suites - Ripon

Cobblestone Suites - Ripon

2.5 out of 5
per person
Jul 24 - Jul 27
found 19 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Salt Lake City (SLC) to Appleton (ATW)
8.6/10 Excellent! (577 reviews)
Smooth check in, clean comfortable room. Great nights sleep and enjoyed a nice breakfast before check out.

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2025

Motel 6 Oshkosh, WI

Motel 6 Oshkosh, WI

2 out of 5
per person
Jul 24 - Jul 27
found 19 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Salt Lake City (SLC) to Appleton (ATW)
5.8/10 (1,001 reviews)
The staff was very polite and helpful.

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2025

Popular places to visit

The Hearthstone Historic House Museum is a historic home in Appleton, Wisconsin, United States that has been converted into a museum. On September 30, 1882, it became the first residence in the world powered by a centrally located hydroelectric station using the Edison system. At that time, the house was the residence of Henry James Rogers, a paper company executive and entrepreneur. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 2, 1974. The house was previously known as the Henry J. Rogers House.

Hearthstone Historic House Museum

4/5(25 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Hearthstone Historic House Museum during your travels in Appleton. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

Hearthstone Historic House Museum

Lawrence University

4.5/5(80 reviews)

Explore the campus of Lawrence University, during your travels in Appleton. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

Lawrence University

Trout Museum of Art

4.5/5(7 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Trout Museum of Art during your trip to Appleton. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

Trout Museum of Art

Building for Kids Children's Museum

5/5(2 reviews)

You can take time to visit Building for Kids Children's Museum during your travels to Appleton. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

Building for Kids Children's Museum

Jones Park

After visiting Jones Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Appleton. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Jones Park

Fox Cities Exhibition Center

Learn about the events happening at Fox Cities Exhibition Center during your trip to Appleton. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Fox Cities Exhibition Center

Best Lodging Options Near History Museum at the Castle

Hilton Appleton Paper Valley
Hilton Appleton Paper Valley
3.5 out of 5
333 W College Ave, Appleton, WI
Hilton Appleton Paper Valley
CopperLeaf Boutique Hotel & Spa, BW Premier Collection
CopperLeaf Boutique Hotel & Spa, BW Premier Collection
3.5 out of 5
300 West College Avenue, Appleton, WI
CopperLeaf Boutique Hotel & Spa, BW Premier Collection
AmericInn by Wyndham Appleton Downtown
AmericInn by Wyndham Appleton Downtown
2.5 out of 5
3033 W College Avenue, Appleton, WI
AmericInn by Wyndham Appleton Downtown
DoubleTree by Hilton Appleton
DoubleTree by Hilton Appleton
4 out of 5
150 S Nicolet Road, Appleton, WI
DoubleTree by Hilton Appleton
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Appleton
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Appleton
2 out of 5
200 North Perkins St., Appleton, WI
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Appleton
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Appleton, WI
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Appleton, WI
2.5 out of 5
355 Fox River Dr, Appleton, WI
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Appleton, WI
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Appleton
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Appleton
2 out of 5
321 North Metro Drive, Appleton, WI
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Appleton
Best Western Plus Appleton Airport/Mall Hotel
Best Western Plus Appleton Airport/Mall Hotel
2.5 out of 5
1565 N Federated Dr, Appleton, WI
Best Western Plus Appleton Airport/Mall Hotel
Comfort Suites Appleton Airport
Comfort Suites Appleton Airport
2.5 out of 5
3809 W Wisconsin Ave, Appleton, WI
Comfort Suites Appleton Airport
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