You might have lived in Wisconsin a long time and be convinced that most things haven’t changed. But even though there are still a lot of farms and trees, a lot HAS changed these last 100 years. Let’s take a trip together down memory lane (well, other people’s memories…I’m not that old) and see what Wisconsin looked like 100 years ago.

  1. This car was called a Halladay, and it was the bee’s knees back in 1901.

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  1. Early Ringling Bros. Clowns are still freaking me out.

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  1. Here are some old time hunters taking a break from the action.

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  1. These ladies are modelling a brand new car.

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  1. This Wisconsin man is proud of his automobile.

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  1. This Wisconsin woman is wearing a very nice jacket. Exact year unknown.

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  1. Cute little Wisconsin boys are ready to start the day.

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  1. This big gala was the YMCA banquet in Milwaukee back in 1907.

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  1. These men in the early 1900s are congregated for the fraternal order.

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  1. Back in 1905, bowling tournaments had huge audiences!

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Do you have any great vintage photos of Wisconsin? As always, be sure to share them on the Only in Wisconsin Facebook page!

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