Wisconsin Historical Society Press facts for kids
| Parent company | Wisconsin Historical Society |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1855 |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Headquarters location | Madison, Wisconsin |
| Distribution | Chicago Distribution Center |
| Publication types | Books, Magazines |
The Wisconsin Historical Society Press is a special part of the Wisconsin Historical Society. It's located in Madison, Wisconsin. This Press is the oldest book publisher in Wisconsin. It has printed over 100 different books. The Press helps people in Wisconsin and the Midwest learn about their past.
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What the Press Publishes
The Wisconsin Historical Society Press publishes many kinds of books. These books help connect people to history. They explore different topics about Wisconsin's past. The Press started publishing books way back in 1855. Its very first book was called Wisconsin Historical Collections, Volume I. This book showed off some of the interesting items the Society had collected.
Over the years, the Press has created many types of publications. These include small booklets and guides for research. They also published a big six-volume series called History of Wisconsin. Recently, the Press has focused on books for a wider audience. These books tell stories about people and events. They also explore historical topics in a fun way. These stories are often about the Wisconsin region. However, they can also be interesting to people everywhere.
Books for Young Readers
In 2005, the Press started a special series for young readers. It's called The Badger Biography series. These books tell the life stories of important Wisconsin people. They help a new generation learn about their state's heroes.
The Wisconsin Magazine of History
The Press also publishes the Wisconsin Magazine of History. This magazine comes out four times a year. It's a special benefit for members of the Wisconsin Historical Society. The magazine has shared pictures and stories of Wisconsin's past since 1917. You can find books from the Wisconsin Historical Society Press in bookstores. They are also available at the Wisconsin Historical Society store.
External Links
- Wisconsin Historical Society Press
- Wisconsin Historical Society
Sociedad Histórica de Wisconsin#La editorial
