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Population of Wisconsin

ContentsPopulation Statistics for WisconsinSuggested Reading on WisconsinPopulation Statistics for Wisconsin Below you will find the population statistics for the state of Wisconsin from the US Census Bureau. The data comes directly from their site, and is updated regularly. Source: US Census Bureau If you can see this, your browser does not understand IFRAME. However, we’ll still link you to the...

Wisconsin State Ballad

ContentsHistory and Legislature Related to Oh Wisconsin, Land of My DreamsHistorical Note on the Wisconsin State BalladLyrics for the Wisconsin State BalladHistory and Legislature Related to Oh Wisconsin, Land of My Dreams Official State Ballad adopted by the Wisconsin State Legislature in 2001 Music by Shari Sarazin Words by Erma Barrett Historical Note on the Wisconsin State Ballad Note: Interestingly enough,...

Wisconsin State Waltz

ContentsThe Wisconsin Waltz: LegislatureWisconsin State Waltz PerformanceLyrics for the Wisconsin State WaltzThe Wisconsin Waltz: Legislature Wisconsin’s Official State Waltz was adopted by the state legislature in 2001. It was written by Waupaca native, Eddie Hansen. Wisconsin State Waltz Performance Wisconsin State Waltz (2470 KB, 2.38 min.) by Eddie Hansen, as performed by Gary Kuchenbecker's Old...

Precipitation Map for Wisconsin

Wondering what the rainfall is like in Wisconsin? This excellent precipitation map shows you the average rainfall throughout the state in a visual way. One picture is definitely worth a thousand words! This precipitation map shows the amount of rainfall received by the state of Wisconsin. Download the map as a PDF file.     Cite this… (new...

National Parks of Wisconsin

ContentsNational Parks of Wisconsin Interactive Map of the Wisconsin National ParksNational Parks of Wisconsin The following national parks can be found in Wisconsin: Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Ice Age National Scenic Trail, Saint Croix National Scenic River.     Interactive Map of the Wisconsin National Parks Note: To return to the front page map, simply refresh this page. The map may take a...

Wisconsin Coat of Arms

ContentsThe Wisconsin Coat of ArmsDescription of the Wisconsin Coat of ArmsThe Wisconsin Coat of Arms     Description of the Wisconsin Coat of Arms The coat of arms is an integral part of the state seal and also appears on the state flag. It contains a sailor with a coil of rope and a “yeoman” (usually considered a miner) with a pick, who jointly represent labor on water and land. These two figures...

Wisconsin State Quarter Worksheet

ContentsWisconsin State Quarter WorksheetDownload the Wisconsin State Quarter WorksheetTake a look at Wisconsin’s state quarter, then try designing your own version. Choose from among the many historic events, natural wonders, monuments, and other symbols of Wisconsin when choosing the theme for your design. Add the finished page to your state report project.     Wisconsin State Quarter...

Wisconsin State Quarter

ContentsHistory of the Wisconsin State QuarterWisconsin State Quarter Coloring PageDownload the Wisconsin State Quarter Coloring PageHistory of the Wisconsin State Quarter In December 2001, Governor Scott McCallum appointed 23 people to the Wisconsin Commemorative Quarter Council to review and recommend candidate design themes. The state received over 9,600 suggestions, and the Council narrowed the concepts to...

Wisconsin Art and Theater Symbols

Wisconsin State Ballad A ballad is a poetic story that may be put to music, and Wisconsin has elected a state ballad in addition to its state song. Check out the words to “Oh Wisconsin, Land of My Dreams,” on this great page.Source: Classbrain Wisconsin State Dance The polka is Wisconsin’s state dance. This page has all sorts of information from the history and legends surrounding the dance, to...

Wisconsin State Soil

ContentsThe State Soil of Wisconsin is the Antigo Soil SeriesDownload the Wisconsin State Soil ProfileThe State Soil of Wisconsin is the Antigo Soil Series In 1983, the Wisconsin Legislature designated the Antigo series as the official State soil. The series was named after the city of Antigo, Wisconsin. Antigo soils are well-drained and formed in loess and loamy sediments over stratified sandy outwash. These...
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