1847 - 2022
Celebrating Stoughton's 175th Birthday!
Community events and
Resources
Walking Tours
Grab your phone and walk the trail! Read the coordinating narrative at each address.
Events
Catch these unique events throughout the year to celebrate Stoughton's 175th birthday.
List of Events
Stoughton Cider
Learn more of the orchard, farmers, and how these heirloom apples became to be one of your favorite new ciders
Luke's 175 now available at Mershon's Cidery
Historical Stoughton
For more information on Stoughton's history, be sure to check out these local resources.
Stoughton Landmarks Commission
Luke Stoughton Family
The man who founded the little village of Stoughton was born in Vermont in 1799 and was a mechanic by trade. More about Luke
Per Lysne
The revival of rosemaling in the Norwegian-American community is often credited to Per Lysne. More about Per.
T.G. Mandt
Targe G. Mandt's family came to America from Telemarken, Norway in 1848 when he was just 2 1/2 years old. More About TG
Support Stoughton's Celebration
DOnate Today!
Donations will cover expenses with the year-long celebration as well as build into permanent walking tour features for Stoughton to enjoy for the future. Celebration efforts are a collaboration between the Stoughton Historical Society, City of Stoughton, and Stoughton Chamber of Commerce.
- Celebration Ambassador ($1,000+) Recognition on the Celebration website; story features; link to your company or group’s website from Celebration website; Facebook post; recognition on all Celebration and Permanent Walking Tour materials.
- Stoughton Supporter ($500-$999) Recognition on the Celebration website; Facebook post; recognition on all Celebration and Permanent Walking Tour materials.
- Stoughton Neighbor ($250-$499) Recognition the Celebration website; recognition on all Celebration and 2022 Walking Tour printed materials; and Facebook post
- Stoughton Friend ($100-$249) Recognition on Celebration website and Facebook post
- In-Kind Donations (value of $100+) Donated goods or services with a value of $100 or more; Recognition on the Celebration website.
Download the donation flyer . Checks made payable to: Stoughton Chamber of Commerce. Include in memo line “175 Celebration”
Mail to: 532 E Main St, Stoughton, WI 53589
