Hearthstone Historic House Museum, Fox Valley Travel Guide
Explore the dawn of domestic electricity at the Hearthstone Historic House Museum, the first home in the world powered by hydroelectricity.
Step back in time at the Hearthstone Historic House Museum in Appleton, Wisconsin, the first home in the world powered by a centrally located hydroelectric station using the Edison system. This beautifully restored Queen Anne Victorian mansion offers a unique look at late 19th-century life and the dawn of domestic electricity.
A brief summary to Hearthstone Historic House Museum
- 625 W Prospect Ave, Appleton, Wisconsin, 54911, US
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- Thursday 10 am-5 pm
- Friday 10 am-5 pm
- Saturday 10 am-5 pm
- Sunday 1 pm-5 pm
Know before you go
Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Hearthstone Historic House Museum.
- Check the museum's website for tour times and special events before your visit.
- Allow at least 1.5 to 2 hours for a comprehensive tour of the house and exhibits.
- The first floor and lower level are wheelchair accessible via an electric lift.
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Getting There
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Walking
The Hearthstone Historic House Museum is located in a residential area of Appleton. If you are in the downtown area, it's approximately a 15-20 minute walk. Head west on College Avenue, then turn left onto N. Bateman Street, followed by a right onto W. Prospect Avenue. The museum will be on your left.
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Public Transport
Valley Transit operates bus routes throughout Appleton. Check the Valley Transit website or app for the most up-to-date route information and schedules. Several routes have stops within walking distance of the museum. A single ride fare is typically $2.00.
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Taxi/Ride-share
Taxi services like Fox Valley Cab and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are readily available in Appleton. A short ride from downtown to the museum will likely cost between $8 and $15, depending on the service and time of day.
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Driving
If driving, navigate to 625 W Prospect Ave, Appleton, WI 54911. Ample parking is available near the museum. Street parking is available. Several parking ramps are located in downtown Appleton, including the Red Ramp, Green Ramp and Yellow Ramp. Metered street parking costs $1.00 per hour and is limited to two hours from 9 am to 6 pm, Monday through Saturday. Parking is free after 6 PM on weekdays, and all day on Sundays and holidays. Rates at parking ramps are $3.00 for less than 4 hours and $6 for more than 4 hours.
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