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2024 Programs
Join us throughout 2024 for exciting programs at the Elisha D. Smith Public Library and throughout the Menasha community. 2024 is a special year as Menasha celebrates it's 150th birthday in March. We will be part of many special events you won't want to miss!
January 2024
Menasha History Trivia Challenge
Join your friends and challenge them to a trivia challenge all about Menasha. You must register in advance for this special event at the Elisha D. Smith Public Library (limited to 64 participants). For more details, click here: www.menasha150.com
March - December 2024
(while supplies last)
Great Button Hunt
We are participating in the Great Button Hunt. Visit us at the Memorial Building for your FREE button. Supplies are limited - get them while you can. For more information and a list of other buttons available, visit the Menasha150 website or click here.
March 5, 2024
Happy Birthday Menasha
We celebrated with the city of Menasha on their 150th birthday at City Hall. We listened to current local government official, heard the Menasha Bluejay band and Banta Bilingual Elementary students, saw many birthday cards from Menasha students, and had a special visit from Menasha's first mayor, O.J. Hall. Of course there was cake from Manderfields!
Menasha's First Mayor, O.J. Hall, came through the time machine to visit for this special occasion.
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Photo credit to Cindi Witt.
March 17, 2024
The Irish Influence on the City of Menasha and the Village of Fox Crossing
Elisha D. Smith Public Library
Company E Room
Would you like to learn about our area's connection to Ireland beyond corned beef and cabbage or green beer? Join Tom Van Lieshout and other local historians for a look at our Irish roots including St. Patrick's Church, the Irish Road area street names, some influential Irish immigrants and much more!
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April 11, 2024
E.S.C.I.T. - Small Town, Big Tournament
It's 1961, and the St. Mary's Zephyr Basketball Team is going to the tournament! Relive the memories and excitement from the games in Newport, Rhode Island with historian Adrian Martin.
May 9, 2024
Members Only Event!
Spring is a time of exciting new adventures. Check your newsletter for more information about our May activity!
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May 11, 2024
Photo from 2023 History Walk
Downtown History Walk
We are partnering with the Menasha Landmarks Commission focusing on the Canal District. The first 150 attendees will receive a special button from the Menasha Landmarks Commission. The tour starts at 201 Main St (the Community First Credit Union lobby) at 1 P.M. Attendees also will receive a free ice cream cone treat from The Sweet Lair and are eligible to enter a drawing to win a downtown Menasha shopping spree valued at $100.
May 20, 2024 to June 3, 2024
Historic House Hunt
Walk, Run, or Bike to visit Menasha's Historic Homes. Watch this space for a map of the historical homes highlighted for the city's 150th anniversary. Three selected homes will have a logo - record the address of these properties. Once you found all three, visit the Menasha Historical Society during our open hours to receive your button and fill out a form for an entry for an additional prize!
May 27, 2024
Memorial Day Parade
Join the Menasha Historical Society as we participate in the Memorial Day parade. The activities begin with a waterfront ceremony in Menasha to honor veterans, the parade through Menasha and Neenah, and a ceremony at Oak Hill Cemetery honoring veterans who gave the ultimate sacrifice and their families.
June 20-21, 2024
150th Celebration Weekend
More information coming soon
July 4, 2024
CommunityFest
Look for us at the CommunityFest celebration in Menasha! More details coming soon.
August 4, 2024
Members Only Event!
Check your newsletter for more information about this fun event!
