Whether or not you’re a fan of museums, you’ve got to pay a visit to the History Museum at the Castle. Not your typical museum, this one features a ton of local history, including a Houdini exhibit that’s been visited by more than 150,000 people! But that’s not all there is to love. There’s also an array of national exhibits. Oh, and did we mention the museum is housed in a huge building that looks like a castle? Take a look:

The History Museum at the Castle is most known for its interactive Harry Houdini exhibit. But that’s not all you’ll find within its walls.

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And while we’re on the subject of walls, it seems like a good time to bring up the building’s history. The structure, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, was built in 1923 and has lots of features reminiscent of medieval castles.

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Inside, you’ll find loads of exhibits covering a variety of topics along with hands-on experiences that are fun for all ages.

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Providing a glimpse into the state’s past, the museum houses a collection of info on Appleton and Fox Valley that dates back to the 1840s.

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And there’s, of course, the Harry Houdini exhibit. The most popular exhibit, it attracts 50 percent of the museum’s visitors.

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In addition to being interactive, the exhibit reveals the magician’s illusions, making it easy to see why it’s a favorite.

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The museum’s other exhibits cover a variety of topics. Learn about everything from the history of mental health at the Asylum: Out of the Shadows exhibit…

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…to the history of the toy industry at the Play: The Golden Age of Toys exhibit.

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National exhibits are always coming and going. GUITAR: The Instrument that Rocked the World is currently at the museum and will be there until January 5, 2020.

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As if the array of engaging exhibits isn’t enough…

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…the museum offers a variety of tours throughout the year, including bike tours, pub crawls, and more.

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The perfect combination of education and recreation, the History Museum at the Castle offers fun for everyone.

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So, are you ready to take a trip back in time? Visit the History Museum at the Castle Tuesday – Sunday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. For more information, call (920) 735-9370. Or, you can check out the museum’s website or Facebook page.

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So, ever visited this museum? If so, what’d you think? Were you impressed? Or, maybe you know of another must-visit museum? Tell us in the comments section.

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