Wisconsin Library Heritage Center
The Wisconsin Library Heritage Center is a program of the Wisconsin Library Association Foundation promoting understanding and appreciation of the history of libraries and librarianship in Wisconsin.
Marge Loch-Wouters has held several library roles in youth services, including two stints as a Children’s Librarian at the La Crosse Public Library, before becoming the Head of Youth Services at the Elisha D. Smith Public Library in Menasha from 1985-2008.
Steve Platteter had a long distinguished career in Wisconsin libraries. He served as Automation Services Librarian for Southwest Wisconsin Library System for seven years, as Automation Services Librarian for Mid-Wisconsin Federated Library System for nearly 10 years, as Director of Arrowhead Library System for more than 11 years,
Michael Gelhausen has spent his career in service to public libraries in Wisconsin. He focused his career on improving access, services, and facilities for communities through collaboration with library boards, neighboring libraries, and local government. He has led two libraries: Duerrwaechter Memorial Library,