NOW OPEN!
SILA LYDIA BAST BELL MUSEUM & FIRE HALL 1880/1910
contains over 5000 bells collected by Ms. Bast
who was born and raised in Germantown, Wisconsin 1900-1992

You will marvel at the 5000+ bell collection from Sila Lydia Bast. Bells collected from all over the world are displayed in a restored barn that dates back to 1870. The museum is nestled in the heart of historic Dheinsville, where you can see the 1,063 pound bell atop of the original silo-made-bell-tower. Keep strolling through Dheinsville to experience a unique ethnic history & its exhibits.

OUR TOUR GUIDES ARE THE BEST!
Call 262-628-3170 to make your reservations for group tours.

Wheelchair accessible • Gift Shop

Admission –  
Adult Bell Museum  $5
Adult Complete Settlement Tour  $6
Seniors  $4
Children 5-12 years  $1

TOURS– Open year-round by appointment for Group Tours of ten or more.

HOURS – OPEN TO ALL: April 1st to November 1st Wednesday through Sunday
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

The THREE museums of Dheinsville Settlement located along Holy Hill Road at the six corners of HWY 145 Fond du Lac Ave. and Maple Road, Germantown, Wisconsin.

DIRECTIONS–
Exit on Hwy 167 — West. Turn EAST (Holy Hill Road) off Hwy 41/45. Museum 2 miles.
Location within Wisconsin
Map of Roads Near Museum in Germantown

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS —

  • The Christ Church Museum and Valentine Wolf House -
    a rare example of fachwerk, both within the Dheinsville settlement
  • Holy Hill National Shrine — seven miles west of the Bell Museum, occupying the highest point in southern Wisconsin
  • Sinter Klausen Christmas Markt — known for treasured German ornaments, nutcrackers and holiday souvenirs
  • German Glass and Gift Imports Chalet — quality German and European collectibles.
  • Cabela's — quality German and European collectibles.
  • Superb Area Restaurants

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