History

Cedar Grove, now a village of about 2,000, was originally settled along the shore of Lake Michigan by hardy and determined Dutch pioneers.  Many of their descendents remain in the area today.  The village relocated to its present site, about one mile inland, when the railroad came through.

The Het Museum, 118 S. Main Street, displays many artifacts and archives of earlier times.  Just down the block, the Te Ronde House contains household items and other symbols of past lifestyles.

Both facilities are open Friday evenings from 4–6 p.m. through the month of August. During the Holland Festival, you can visit these sites from noon to 8 p.m. on Friday and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday.

The Village of Cedar Grove celebrated its 150^th anniversary in 1997.  To commemorate the historic event, the Holland Guild published CEDAR GROVE WISCONSIN—150 Years of Dutch-American Tradition.  The 236-page text details the village’s 150-year history and strong Dutch heritage.

In October of 1997, the village was graced by a visit by Her Royal Highness Princess Margriet of The Netherlands, and her husband, Mr. Pieter van Vollenhoven.  To commemorate the unique event, a 24-page book, The Royal Visit, was also published.

Both books are available for purchase at the Het Museum or, as a two-book package by mail.  Please send a check for $23.00 ($20 for both books, plus $3.00 shipping) payable to Holland Guild Gezelschap to CG Books, P.O. Box 348, Cedar Grove, WI 53013.  

More Information about Cedar Grove can be found on the Village's Website!

Ornament

In support of the Het Museum and Te Ronde House, a commemorative ornament is created annually depicting one of the area’s landmarks.  The 2003 ornament features Calvary Church in Cedar Grove.  The 2002 Holland Fest ornament features First Presbyterian Church in Cedar Grove.  The cost is $12.00 plus shipping and handling.  They will be available at the Holland Fest.

Also available will be the 2001 First Reformed Church ornament, the 2000 Bandstand ornament, and the 1999 Windmill ornament.
For information or to order, contact Leona Theune at 920-668-6118.  To order by mail, send a $12.00 check, payable to the Holland Guild Gezelschap:

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