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Orin Benson – Animal Whisperer

October 15, 2025 EHS Web Uncategorized

One of Eagle, Wisconsin’s most remarkable figures was Orin Benson, a nationally acclaimed animal trainer whose legacy rippled through the world of field trials, sporting shows, and Hollywood lore. Orin …

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New! Halloween Collector Kids Cards

September 18, 2025 EHS Web Uncategorized

  🎃 From glowing witches to haunted carnivals, these illustrated cards from the Eagle Historical Society are packed with spooky charm and small-town magic. 👻 8 unique designs 📜 Whimsical …

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Help Us Spread Our Wings

September 14, 2025 EHS Web Uncategorized

         Every town has stories worth preserving. In Eagle, our history is alive in the artifacts and stories about the people who built our community. The Eagle …

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USO NIGHT 2025

August 26, 2025 EHS Web Uncategorized

USO NIGHT in Eagle: A Sentimental Salute to the 1940s On Tuesday evening, August 19, 2025, the Eagle Historical Society welcomed guests to a heartfelt journey back in time on …

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Prairie Memories

August 22, 2025 EHS Web Uncategorized

In Eagle, Wisconsin, pride lives in every porch light and neighborly wave. Our town was built on the grit and grace of pioneers who turned hardship into hope. Their spirit …

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