Heritage Speaker | February 19, 2012
1:30 p.m. at the Russell J. Rassbach Heritage Museum, Menomonie

African Americans' Impact on Baseball in Dunn County

DCHS Education and Programming Director Matt Carter takes a look at
the impact that African Americans have had on baseball in the area, including
an in-depth look at the first documented African American baseball player
on a Dunn County team. He'll also highlight other players and teams that came
to Dunn County, including Wisconsin legend George Wilson, and a woman
that has made quite an impact on black baseball.

Heritage Speaker | March 18, 2012
1:30 p.m. at the Russell J. Rassbach Heritage Museum, Menomonie

Girl Scouts Through the Years

The history of Girl Scouts in Dunn County from 1912 to present will be told through a style show of uniforms..

Heritage Speaker | April 15, 2012
1:30 p.m. at the Russell J. Rassbach Heritage Museum, Menomonie

Ethnic Humor You Might Still Hear
in Dunn County, Wisconsin

Dr. Robert Horan, folklorist and member of UW-Stout's Department
of English and Philosophy, will discuss ethnic humor and the immigrant experience
internationally and with special reference to west central Wisconsin.
Dr. Horan hopes to include local story and joke tellers.
Time will be permitted for discussion, so you might want to brush up on your “Ole and Lena” stories!

Heritage Speaker | May 13, 2012
1:30 p.m. at the Russell J. Rassbach Heritage Museum, Menomonie

Playing Through: African American Baseball in Dunn County

UW-Eau Claire's Dr. John Mann and his Public History Seminar students will talk about
the research they’ve done for the new DCSH exhibit, and answer questions..

Heritage Speaker | June 17, 2012
1:30 p.m. at the Russell J. Rassbach Heritage Museum, Menomonie

Odd Happenings in Wisconsin History

Author Chad Lewis takes a look at odd stories and happenings in Wisconsin,
including local Dunn County stories that had people talking.

Heritage Speaker | July 15, 2012
1:30 p.m. at the Russell J. Rassbach Heritage Museum, Menomonie

The Civil War Remembered

UW-Stout faculty member Bob Zeidel and DCHS Curator of Collections Frank Kennett
take a look at the history of the Civil War, including Wisconsin and Dunn County’s role in the event.

Heritage Speaker | August 19, 2012
1:30 p.m. at the Russell J. Rassbach Heritage Museum, Menomonie

The Fur Trade in Dunn County

DCHS Curator of Collections Frank Kennett presensts a look at the
North American fur trade and its role in early Wisconsin and Dunn County history.

Heritage Speaker | September 16, 2012
1:30 p.m. at the Russell J. Rassbach Heritage Museum, Menomonie

On the Hunt: Hunting in Wisconsin

Author Robert Willging presents a detailed history of hunting in Wisconsin,
from the spear-throwing Paleo-Indians to the sportsmen of today. Willging's book "On the Hunt"
offers a fascinating glimpse into a distant and not-so-distant past, when the hunt joined men
in almost mythical unity and bucks were seemingly larger than life.

Heritage Speaker | October 16, 2012
1:30 p.m. at the Russell J. Rassbach Heritage Museum, Menomonie

From the Pages the of the Dunn County News

DCHS Executive Director and columnist Chuck Backus
brings historical stories from the Dunn County News to life.

Heritage Speaker | November 18, 2012
1:30 p.m. at the Russell J. Rassbach Heritage Museum, Menomonie

A Navy Photographer in WWII

Curator Emeritus John Russell takes a look back at WWII
and the people that fought in it, including movie footage of the "Fishhook Squadron"
from a his service on the U.S.S. Shipley Bay from 1944–45.

Reminiscence Speaker Series | Stout Historical Association Noon to 1 p.m. at UW-Stout The Reminiscence Speaker Series features talks that illuminate the “spirit of Stout.” The original series was held in advance of the university's centennial in 1991 and made a significant contribution to Stout’s oral history. The institution has seen considerable change in the years since and the association reinstated the series to continue documenting the university’s unique culture and history. The talks are free and open to the public. Bring a lunch for an interesting hour highlighting the university’s rich history. Bob Dahlke | February 8, 2012 Ballroom A, Memorial Student Center Bob Hoyt | March 7, 2012 Ballroom A, Memorial Student Center Judy Jax | April 11, 2012 Ballroom A, Memorial Student Center John Olson | May 2, 2012 Ballroom A, Memorial Student Center

We greatfully recognize WEAU TV 13 for its corporate sponsorship of the Society's Heritage Speaker Series.

We greatfully recognize the support and partnership of Visit Eau Claire in promoting many of our events. Go to the Visit Eau Claire website to explore other great opportunities while you're in our area.

Is there a Dunn County historical topic you'd like to hear about,
or a speaker you can recommend for our Heritage Sunday
speaker series? Contact us at
715-232-8685 or dchs@dunnhistory.org.