Today marks 84 years since the establishment of the Badger Army Munitions Plant, originally known as Badger Ordnance Works. Explore more in this free article from the Summer 2021 issue of the “Wisconsin Magazine of History”: wihist.org/3PtGYSL

It’s National Take a Hike Day! Hit the trail and uncover Wisconsin’s ancient story—from lava flows to glaciers—with Scott Spoolman’s “Wisconsin State Parks: Extraordinary Stories of Geology and Natural History”. Learn more here: wihist.org/3ZlL81J

Learn more about this indispensable resource for exploring Wisconsin’s regional history and its Native peoples: wihist.org/INOW

In “Chainsaw Love,” author James Card digs into the culture, craft, and surprising history behind one of the most influential hand tools of the last century. See more on “Chainsaw Love” here: wihist.org/45paUaB

Happy National Young Reader’s Week! At WHS Press, we believe stories spark curiosity—and we have books that do just that. Explore our collection of #YoungReaders titles here: wihist.org/3q7LkAq

Happy Veteran’s Day. Today we honor the millions of service members—past and present—who have sacrificed for our country.

“American Birkebeiner,” our latest title, offers a behind-the-scenes look at the race, the trail, and the community that makes it all possible. Get your copy today: wihist.org/476bsTu

The Wisconsin Library Association has announced the 2025 Children’s Book Award recipients! Congratulations to Aaron Boyd, recipient of the Wisconsin Notable Children’s Author/Illustrator Award, recognizing his outstanding contributions to children’s literature!

❄️ It’s here! “American Birkebeiner: The Nation’s Greatest Ski Marathon” is now available Pick up your copy today and relive the thrill of the Birkie: wihist.org/476bsTu

October is Polish American Heritage Month! Learn more about Wisconsin's Polish history in “Poles in Wisconsin” by Susan Gibson Mikos, part of our People of Wisconsin series. 📖 Discover the book here: wihist.org/4hgzezx

It’s #WorldMentalHealthDay 💚 Take a break from your feed and open a book instead. Your mind will thank you! Lucky for you, WHS Press has a wide array of fascinating history books to cover everyone’s interests. Check out our book selection here: wihist.org/3J0Adaj

⛷️❄️ Coming Soon! ❄️⛷️ Shipping now to independent bookstores, libraries, and other book retailers. Officially publishing in just a few weeks! Learn more on our website: wihist.org/476bsTu

It’s Bookshop Day! It’s a great time to stock up on your Fall reading selections and support local bookstores. Need help finding an independent bookstore in your area? Use this free tool from IndieBound to locate independent bookstores near you: wihist.org/45VxrZY.

This Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the legacy of Jesus Salas and the movement he helped lead in Wisconsin. In his award-winning memoir “Obreros Unidos” (Workers United), Salas shares the powerful story of migrant farmworkers who fueled the Midwest’s agriculture industry: wihist.org/3VTVuqh

On this day in 1891, Devil’s Island Light—Wisconsin’s northernmost lighthouse—first shined across Lake Superior. Discover its legacy and more in the WHS Press book, "Wisconsin Lighthouses": shop.wisconsinhistory.org/wisconsin-li...

Happy #WorldMaritimeDay!

Our newest book! “Chainsaw Love”: From firewood to forestry, science to pop culture, journalist James Card explores the surprising impact of the world’s most powerful hand tool. Learn more: wihist.org/3VvXtQl

Take a moment to unwind with Wisconsin history this weekend. If you don’t have time for a full book, explore our YouTube channel instead. Watch free videos covering a wide range of our state’s stories here:

Our award-winning “Wisconsin Magazine of History” is back with the Fall edition! Want to receive the “Wisconsin Magazine of History” in the mail each quarter? Visit wihist.org/49ArMvl and become a member of the Wisconsin Historical Society today!

In a powerful new collection of nine personal essays from @whspress.bsky.social, lesbian parents who raised children in the 1980s, ’90s, and early 2000s share the stories of forming and sustaining their families. #BookSky #MomSky Review: mombian.com/2025/09/12/r...

Wisconsin-born writer Hamlin Garland was born on this day in 1860.

Parents, grandparents, guardians, role models (and everyone in between); today is National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day! Try making this Maple Ice Cream Sundae with the young chefs in your life. From the "Flavor of Wisconsin for Kids": wihist.org/3d3IRPY

Meet Vel Phillips, an unstoppable force for justice whose story deserves to be told. Now, “Valiant Vel” brings her incredible story to life for young readers (and people of all ages): wihist.org/4fM3wb4

The start of modern scuba diving… in Wisconsin? Yes, you read that right. Milwaukee native Max Gene Nohl helped revolutionize diving technology right here in the Midwest. After sitting unpublished for decades, Nohl’s autobiography—"I Live Underwater”—is now available: wihist.org/3SrrvDv

Editor Margaret Mooney and her wife, Meg Gaines, sat down to talk about "Radical Family," a new book in which nine Wisconsin families with lesbian mothers share their experiences raising children from the 1980s through the 2000s. www.wpr.org/shows/wiscon...

Available now! Read more: wihist.org/3JJlYXr

On National Read a Book Day, I’m curling up with _____ Share your pick in the comments—we’d love to see what everyone is reading today!

Today marks 80 years since the official end of World War II. On September 2, 1945, Japan formally surrendered to Allied forces aboard the USS Missouri. But for thousands of American soldiers, the mission was far from over. youtu.be/yz6WA7AT2m4?...

Behold the mighty chainsaw! Discover its history, its influence and its people… Coming soon from WHS Press is a title that will cut right through your “To Be Read” list. “Chainsaw Love” by James Card is the perfect book for chainsaw users of all stripes. Learn more here: wihist.org/4n97QFt

In his newest book, “Lunkers, Keepers, and Ones That Got Away,” Jerry Apps shares his favorite fish stories, lessons learned, and a few tall tales told along the way. Pair it with a matching mug—just like Jerry’s—for the perfect catch! Learn more on our website: wihist.org/42axQaE

Dive into the fascinating world of the Great Lakes fur trade! Journey with Bob Silbernagel, author of “The Cadottes,” as he explores their remarkable legacy—from family business ventures and their cultural heritage to the fur industry and hat making. Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=0RwN...

Upcoming from WHS Press is “Radical Family: Trailblazing Lesbian Moms Tell Their Stories.” Learn more about this inspiring new book on our website: wihist.org/3JJlYXr

Happy National Dog Day in honor of our four-legged friends! 🐾

As the longest serving lawmaker in US history, Fred Risser shares many stories and insights that only he can tell. Discover them in “Forward for the People: The Autobiography of America’s Longest Serving Legislator.” wihist.org/4mqfwCO

Do you recognize these issues of “Wisconsin Magazine of History”?

This map of Wisconsin depicts the numerous places discussed in our new publication “Saving Our Sturgeon.” Learn about the natural history of the lake sturgeon—its anatomy, behavior, and habitat—and the factors that threatened its survival. Get your copy today! wihist.org/458SNWh

Now in paperback! Patty Loew’s “Seventh Generation Earth Ethics.”

You can now find “Saving Our Sturgeon” in bookstores throughout Wisconsin! --> wihist.org/4o1II4F

Learn how just a few teaspoonfuls of scotch ended up sabotaging the treasure Nohl and his partners hauled from the wreck of the “John Dwight”—costing them hundreds of thousands of dollars—in Nohl’s memoir: wihist.org/3SrrvDv

Today is Victory over Japan Day! Learn more about V-J Day, the occupation of Japan, and the 32nd "Red Arrow" division during World War II in this video with author Mark D. Van Ells: youtu.be/yz6WA7AT2m4?...

Milwaukee has taken many names over the years, such as the Midwest’s “Brewtown” and America’s “Cream City,” but none more telling than the “City of Stories” for those who know its secrets. . . wihist.org/3V1PubM

Happy National Book Lovers Day! Let us know what book you’re reading and what WHS Press book you’d like to read in the comments below📚📖📕📘

It may not be fall quite yet but our forthcoming titles are beginning to drop! View our Fall 2025 Catalog to learn more about our upcoming books: wihist.org/4fmKIki

It’s National Lighthouse Day! Few symbols capture Wisconsin’s rich maritime history better than the lighthouse. Learn more about lighthouses and their historic importance in this classic publication from WHS Press: wihist.org/3s6HeKd.

In a fitting tribute, Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway issued a Mayoral Proclamation announcing August 5, 2025, as “Fred Risser Day” in the city of Madison to honor his decades of service and the release of his book, “Forward for the People.” youtu.be/STmIdtcRAak?...

Last month, author Mark D. Van Ells presented "Red Arrow across the Pacific" at the History Makers space in Madison. Members of the WI Army National Guard’s Command Team attended in support of Van Ells and his work preserving Red Arrow Division history.

In a few short weeks, you will find “Saving Our Sturgeon” in bookstores throughout Wisconsin! Learn more here: wihist.org/4o1II4F

Many Wisconsinites enjoy rural living all year long. In “Here on Lake Hallie,” author Patti See invites readers into her life in a small Wisconsin lake town, where pontoon rides, supper clubs, ice fishing, and tavern dice are just part of the rhythm of the seasons.

Please join us in wishing Jerry Apps a very happy birthday!

🎣This book is such a catch! In “Lunkers, Keepers, and Ones that Got Away,” Jerry Apps reels in 80+ years of fish tales, life lessons, and laugh-out-loud memories. Heartfelt, humorous, and all of them keepers.