Just Wisconsin

06/18/2026

The Guinness World Record for the most generations alive at one time, which is seven, which includes six generations of mothers. A photo was taken in March of 1989 in Wisconsin, USA.

Christopher John Bollig (aged 6 weeks) with his mother Lori Lee Bollig (aged 15), his grandmother Debbra Ann Wolter (aged 33), his great-grandmother Betty Ann Marie Wendlandt (aged 52), his great-great-grandmother Anna Ella Sabin (aged 70), his great-great-great-grandmother Ella Anna Augusta Bunge (aged 89), and his great-great-great-great-grandmother Augusta Wilhelmina Pagel (aged 109).

Augusta died on 18 May, 1989, aged 109. Ella died on 19 November, 1995, aged 95. Anna died on 7 June, 2003, aged 85, and Lori died on 3 March, 2022, aged 48.

06/18/2026

Your not from Wisconsin, if you don't know this place. Been there myself few times

06/18/2026

06/14/2026

First mall you remember shopping at in Wisconsin?

06/14/2026

Sure, it's cold and snowy; but isn't this 1978 snowy.

06/14/2026

Every corner of UW–Madison has a story. 📚
What is your favorite place on campus and why? ❤️

06/14/2026

🌲 Wisconsin — More Than Just a Place, It’s a Memory
From small towns to beautiful lakes, old farms to historic streets — Wisconsin holds thousands of stories.
Every family has a memory here. A favorite road, a childhood place, a local restaurant, a lake, or a moment that will never be forgotten.
Share one Wisconsin memory that you will always carry with you. ❤️

06/13/2026

🚂 100+ Years Ago, Wisconsin Looked Different…
This 1916 railway map tells a story of a different era — a time when trains connected small towns, forests, factories, and communities.
Many places that we know today grew because of these railroads. These tracks helped build Wisconsin’s economy and shaped the lives of generations.
Looking at this old map makes you wonder: ➡️ Which Wisconsin town has changed the most over the last 100 years? ➡️ Do you have a family story connected to old railways?
Share your memories below. Let’s keep Wisconsin history alive. ❤️

06/13/2026

🚂 A Journey Back in Time: Wisconsin & Michigan Railway – June 30, 1916
More than a century ago, railways were the heartbeat of America. This historic map from June 30, 1916, shows the routes of the Wisconsin & Michigan Railway, connecting communities, industries, and people across the region.
Before highways and modern transportation, these rail lines carried passengers, goods, dreams, and stories from one town to another.
Every line on this old map represents a piece of Wisconsin’s history. Imagine the sound of the trains, the busy stations, and the people whose lives were connected by these tracks.
History is not just written in books — sometimes it is hidden inside old maps. 🗺️🚂
What town or railway memory from Wisconsin do you remember?

06/13/2026

Bascom Hill, crowned by the majestic Bascom Hall, stands as the undeniable heart of the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a symbol of its enduring history. For over a century and a half, this site has been the symbolic front door to one of the nation's most prestigious public universities.
​Initially constructed in 1857 as "University Hall," the building was later renamed in 1920 to honor the transformative vision of UW-Madison's fifth president, John Bascom. His belief in the Wisconsin Idea—that the university’s research and service must reach and benefit every corner of the state—continues to resonate from these very steps. While a devastating fire in 1916 destroyed its original dome, the neoclassical edifice has remained the anchor of the campus through all its evolutions.
​As you can see from this vibrant autumn scene, Bascom Hill is not just a place of learning; it is a center of history and connection for generations of Badgers. What is your most cherished memory of climbing Bascom Hill? Did you ever stop to rub the foot of the Lincoln statue for good luck before a big exam? Share your stories and photos with us in the comments!