Education
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Education
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From Carroll College, to Blair Elementary, and the Industrial School for Boys, Waukesha is home to a range of institutions of higher learning. Public and private schools have seen thousands of students through their doors. As the city population grew, so too did the schools. One public high school became three. Today more than 14,000 students are served by the public, carter, and private schools. These artifacts are a sampling of educational institutions in the city.
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Club, Whistle, Handcuffs
The Wisconsin Industrial School for Boys began as a progressive reform school, founded in 1857 as the House of Refuge for juvenile delinquents, orphans, or destitute children. The school was located on W. College Ave, and initially served both girls…
Letterman's Sweater
This letterman’s sweater belonged to William F. Baumgart, Waukesha High School class of 1938. Popularized first by university athletics teams, letterman sweaters, and later jackets, became a common sight at campuses across the country by the 20th…
Barstow School Model
The brick Barstow School built in 1917, and expanded in 1929, was first known as the Park School when it joined the city school system. The early 20th century saw a population boom, with industries in the city attracting migrants and new immigrant…
Blair School Print
This ink drawing, meticulously crafted by artist Dennis Siemans, was presented to principal William Hempel on June 1, 1986 at 2:00. It was the last official event held at the Old Blair School. Copies of the drawing were given as souvenirs to students…
Carroll University Scale
This double-balance scale was used by the Biology Department of Carroll University during the 1960’s. Dr. Bruce MacIntyre, who donated the scale, is a 1963 Carroll graduate, who became a Biology Professor from 1968 to 2005.
The oldest four year…
The oldest four year…
Basketball jersey
The exact years this basketball jersey was used are unknown, but from the construction and materials, it appears to be from the 1950’s. It represents the many successful Waukesha High School Suburban Conference basketball teams of the time. The 1954…