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The Manitowoc County Historical Society is set to launch its first Hungry for History series program of the year on Wednesday, February 19, at Branch Station in Whitelaw. The event will begin with a lecture at 11 a.m., followed by a meal.

The program, titled "Manitowoc County’s Remarkable Homes," will explore the significant contributions of local historic homes to the community's architecture. It aims to answer common questions about these notable structures, such as who built them and why they chose specific architectural styles.

Participants will learn about both public and private homes in Manitowoc County, some still standing and others lost over time. These homes showcase various architectural styles found in Wisconsin and reflect the diverse interests of their owners.

Advance registration is required for the event, ideally one week before it takes place. The cost is $35, with a 15% discount available for members of the Manitowoc County Historical Society (MCHS).

Future programs in the Hungry for History series include "Planting a Garden and Finding Your Roots" with Susan Apps Bodily on March 19; "Tavern Tales of the Old Northwest" on October 22; and "Maritime Archaeology and Shipwrecks of Manitowoc County" with Caitlin Zant on November 12.

For more information or to register, interested individuals can contact the Historical Society at (920) 684-4445 or visit their website at ManitowocCountyHistory.org.

The Manitowoc County Historical Society operates as a living history museum located in Eastern Wisconsin's scenic Ice Age Kettle Moraine countryside. Spanning 60 acres, it features a Welcome Center with exhibits and research services alongside Pinecrest Historical Village—a collection of over 25 historic buildings furnished to reflect early settler life in Manitowoc County.

Pinecrest Historical Village was established in 1970 through a land donation from Hugo and Eleanor Vetting. It represents an early 1900s Wisconsin community's commercial, social, and political core while showcasing several architectural styles from Wisconsin's history. The village uses original pieces or carefully researched reproductions for furnishings and tools used by interpreters.

Further inquiries about the society can be directed to (920) 684-4445 or their website mentioned above.