An exhibit on Waupun's prisons opens today at the Waupun Historical Society Museum, highlighting trends in corrections and Waupun's history as a "Prison City." Historical Society Board President Zac Dickhut is shown holding a corrections officer's hat, next to a full uniform that is part of the museum's collection.
KEN THOMAS, Daily Citizen
The permanent display serves as an overview of the more than 170-year history of corrections in Waupun.
WAUPUN — The city of Waupun is known for many things. It is a “City of Sculpture” which refers to the five amazing bronze statues spread throughout the city. It is perhaps equally well-known as “Prison City,” — with corrections facilities being one of the largest employers in the area.
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An exhibit on Waupun's prisons opens today at the Waupun Historical Society Museum at 22 S. Madison St. The permanent display will highlight trends in corrections and Waupun's history as a "Prison City" for more than 170 years. Historical Society Board President Zac Dickhut is shown holding a corrections officer's hat, next to a full uniform that is part of the museum's collection.
KEN THOMAS Daily Citizen
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If you go
What: “If the Walls Could Talk, A History of Wisconsin Corrections at Waupun” exhibit
Where: Waupun Historical Society Museum, 22 S. Madison St.
When: Wednesdays from 3:30 to 7 p.m.; Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost: Admission is free but donations are gratefully accepted
An exhibit on Waupun's prisons opens today at the Waupun Historical Society Museum, highlighting trends in corrections and Waupun's history as a "Prison City." Historical Society Board President Zac Dickhut is shown holding a corrections officer's hat, next to a full uniform that is part of the museum's collection.
