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- Wisconsin Before Statehood: Indigenous Cultures, European Invaders, and Early American Settlers
Wisconsin Before Statehood: Indigenous Cultures, European Invaders, and Early American Settlers
Summary
This course provides an overview of the history of the place we now call Wisconsin — from its first habitation until 1848. Learn about the indigenous Hopewell, Effigy Mound, Mississippian, and Oneota cultures that preceded contemporary tribal nations, and how the French fur trade disrupted traditional life. Discover how lead mining brought thousands of white settlers into “Ouisconsin” for the first time, prompting the seizure of Indian homelands and creation of the state as we know it today. Students will receive a 100?page anthology of primary sources to complement class sessions.
Remote learning statement: Class will include pre-recorded lectures as well as live, online discussions with the instructor and other learners.
This course provides an overview of the history of the place we now call Wisconsin — from its first habitation until 1848. Learn about the indigenous Hopewell, Effigy Mound, Mississippian, and Oneota cultures that preceded contemporary tribal nations, and how the French fur trade disrupted traditional life. Discover how lead mining brought thousands of white settlers into “Ouisconsin” for the first time, prompting the seizure of Indian homelands and creation of the state as we know it today. Students will receive a 100?page anthology of primary sources to complement class sessions.
Remote learning statement: Class will include pre-recorded lectures as well as live, online discussions with the instructor and other learners.
Upcoming Dates
All times shown are central time.
Register by phone: 608-262-2451
Register by mail: printable registration form
Schedule
4 weeks; Thu, Feb 25-Mar 18, 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Instructor(s)
Fee
$65
Location
Complete online
Questions?
Registration:Questions about this program:
- Jessica Courtier
- jessica.courtier@wisc.edu
- 608-890-3626
Cancellation Policy:
Our cancellation policy varies by type of program. View our policies page for more details about cancelling a program.
Accessibility Accommodations:
Please email the contact person listed above at least 2-3 weeks prior to the start of class if you require an accessibility accommodation.
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Have Questions?
Contact:- Jessica Courtier
- jessica.courtier@wisc.edu
- 608-890-3626
MICHAEL EDMONDS
MICHAEL EDMONDS (MS, Library and Information Studies) is the retired director of the Programs and Outreach Division of the Wisconsin Historical Society and is the author of numerous books Wisconsin history and culture as well as other topics.
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Upcoming Dates
All times shown are central time.
Available online
February 25 - March 18, 2021
5720-21-LSA
Register by phone: 608-262-2451
Register by mail: printable registration form
Schedule
4 weeks; Thu, Feb 25-Mar 18, 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Add to CalendarInstructor(s)
MICHAEL EDMONDS
MICHAEL EDMONDS (MS, Library and Information Studies) is the retired director of the Programs and Outreach Division of the Wisconsin Historical Society and is the author of numerous books Wisconsin history and culture as well as other topics.
Fee
$65
Location
Complete online
Questions?
Registration:Questions about this program:
- Jessica Courtier
- jessica.courtier@wisc.edu
- 608-890-3626
Cancellation Policy:
Our cancellation policy varies by type of program. View our policies page for more details about cancelling a program.
Accessibility Accommodations:
Please email the contact person listed above at least 2-3 weeks prior to the start of class if you require an accessibility accommodation.
More History and Humanities Offerings
The Big Bands 4
Tuesday Morning Booktalks
Why Are We Still Talking About Race? Historical Contexts of Today's Racial Conflicts in the U.S.
- Jessica Courtier
- jessica.courtier@wisc.edu
- 608-890-3626
Cancellation Policy:
Our cancellation policy varies by type of program. View our policies page for more details about cancelling a program.
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