The Goose Island Ramblers hailed from Wisconsin’s tobacco country. Shown in their classic lineup (1960’s - 1990’s), they were the originators of a music style known as Wisconsin Polkabilly. L to R, Smoky George Gilbertson, Wendel “Wendy” Whitford and accordion maestro Bruce Bollerud. Painting by Frank L Anderson

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This strange tale emerged in the immediate aftermath of the greatest fire disaster in American history. Read here

This strange tale emerged in the immediate aftermath of the greatest fire disaster in American history. Read here

Wisconsinology on Music - A collection of five minute stories about Wisconsin’s deep connection to American popular music. Brought to you by 91.1 The Avenue in collaboration with Wisconsinology.

Located in Sauk City, August Derleth’s Arkham House Press was the first independent publisher devoted to weird fiction. It has since become known as one of the most influential small press in publishing history.

Located in Sauk City, August Derleth’s Arkham House Press was the first independent publisher devoted to weird fiction. It has since become known as one of the most influential small press in publishing history.

Wisconsin Monsters Myths and Legends poster with illustrations by Frank L Anderson, is back.

Wisconsin Monsters Myths and Legends poster with illustrations by Frank L Anderson, is back.