Hearthstone Historic House Museum

The Hearthstone Historic House Museum is a historic home in Appleton, Wisconsin, United States that has been converted into a museum. On September 30, 1882, it became the first residence in the world powered by a centrally located hydroelectric station using the Edison system. At that time, the house was the residence of Henry James Rogers, a paper company executive and entrepreneur. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 2, 1974. The house was previously known as the Henry J. Rogers House.
The Hearthstone Historic House Museum is a historic home in Appleton, Wisconsin, United States that has been converted into a museum. On September 30, 1882, it became the first residence in the world powered by a centrally located hydroelectric station using the Edison system. At that time, the house was the residence of Henry James Rogers, a paper company executive and entrepreneur. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 2, 1974. The house was previously known as the Henry J. Rogers House.

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Paper Discovery Center

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Paper Discovery Center during your trip to Appleton. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

Paper Discovery Center

Pierce Park

After visiting Pierce Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Appleton. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Pierce Park

Jones Park

After visiting Jones Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Appleton. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Jones Park

Fox Cities Exhibition Center

Learn about the events happening in Fox Cities Exhibition Center during your trip to Appleton. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Fox Cities Exhibition Center

Fox Cities Performing Arts Center

You can enjoy a show at Fox Cities Performing Arts Center on your trip to Appleton. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

Fox Cities Performing Arts Center

Building for Kids Children's Museum

You can take time to visit Building for Kids Children's Museum during your travels to Appleton. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

Building for Kids Children's Museum

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