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Hearthstone Historic House Museum Admission Ticket

Hearthstone Historic House Museum Admission Ticket

Overview

The Hearthstone is a large, beautifully restored Queen Anne Victorian Style home built in 1882 by Henry J. Rogers, Superintendent of the Appleton Paper and Pulp Mill. On September 30, 1882, Hearthstone was the first house in the world to be lit by an Edison central hydroelectric power station. The house retains many unique, genuine features, including the original Thomas Edison electroliers and light switches.

City: Green Bay & Door County

Fri 27 Jun

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Starting at $12.00

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Fri 27 Jun

Starting at $12.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Professional guide

Route and map

Meeting point

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Appleton
625 W Prospect Ave,

This ticket provides direct entry into the attraction

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The first floor and lower level of the mansion are wheelchair accessible via an electric lift. The only means of access to the second floor are stairs, due to the historic nature of the mansion.

What To Expect

Hearthstone Historic House Museum

Appleton, Wisconsin was one of the first three cities in the world to be lit by an Edison central power station, the other two being New York and London. This was all due to Henry J. Rogers, who decided to invest in Edison’s power station in order to light two paper mills and his home. Since it became a museum in 1987, Hearthstone’s focus is to preserve the house and its artifacts to re-create a historical experience based on its Thomas A. Edison heritage for the cultural enjoyment and educational benefit of the public through its many exhibits and programs. Guided tours through Hearthstone are offered as well as a chance to explore the various educational exhibits. All tours are guided by trained docents who discuss the history of the house, its unique place in history, its architecture, and the families who have lived there for over 100 years. The exhibits you'll see are dedicated to Edison, his inventive legacy, electricity, and the history of hydroelectricity at the Hearthstone.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (54)

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Jennifer O

Jul 2023

Phenomenal house, phenomenal tour! This 2 hour tour was unbelievable. The house is gorgeous and nothing is roped off! Upon arrival you will put on shoe covers and will be able to enter every single room and get up close to the antiques. The docent was fantastic. He provided a wealth of information and anecdotes about the rooms and the owners. The real treat was getting a demonstration of multiple phonographs and a music box. It’s amazing how clear the sound is 120 years later! Look out for the window etching in the office! Amazing the glass is still there! And save time to explore the exhibits in the basement. This was definitely the highlight of my Wisconsin trip.

Response from Host

Jul 2023

Wow Jennifer. Thanks for the great review. We work hard to give the best experience possible. Our curators ensure everything is authentic to the period (1882), and our volunteers make it all possible. Glad you enjoyed Wisconsin!

Anthony_S

May 2023

The whole tour.The guides were great,and answer'd every question we had.we spent two hours having a wonderful time.

Response from Host

May 2023

Thanks Anthony. Our docents are take pride in being knowledgeable about everything related to Hearthstone. And they are all volunteers! They are the ones who make this museum what it is.

G1807DNjessicas

Jan 2023

We loved learning about the house and it’s history. Since they have it decorated differently for each season, we will definitely be back. I wished there were more photos of the families in the home who lived there, but I understand that may not exist. The staff were so welcoming and friendly, answering our questions to the best of their knowledge.

Response from Host

Jan 2023

We are happy that you enjoyed the museum. We have many opportunities for guests to experience something new with every visit. Hope to see you again in 2023!