UNEARTHING TREMPEALEAU'S ARCHAEOLOGICAL HISTORY

The Shirley M. Wright Memorial Library display offers visitors a chance to walk through more than 12,000 years of Wisconsin's archaeological history from Paleoindian times to the present. Relevant artifacts from the area and historical illustrations give life to cultures who have made Trempealeau their home for millennia. The exhibit focuses on recent excavations in the Trempealeau community, which have unearthed remnants of the village's unique Mississippian colony dating back 1,000 years. The exhibit explains the process of archaeology and showcases the tools that archaeologists commonly use. Are you curious about what archaeologists do, or how ancient people in the region lived? Come visit the library exhibit to learn more!

CURRICULUM RESOURCES

For teachers, families, and individuals interested in exploring these topics further, the following activities are designed to make you think about themes, emphasize important points and delve deeper into the archaeology of Trempealeau's past.

Library Exhibit Curriculum Resources

WHERE TO FIND US

DIRECTIONS FROM I-90:
Take exit 4 for US-53 N/WI-157 towards LaCrosse/Onalaska
Follow US-53 for 9.3 miles
Then take the WI-35 N exit towards Holmen/Trempealeau/Co Rd Hd
Stay on WI-35 for 7.3 miles
Turn right on Fremont St.
Library is located at 11455 Fremont St., Trempealeau, WI 54661