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Sparta History

Sparta has a unique history dating back many years to early Native Americans.
To read more about the history of Sparta, choose your area of interest from below.
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Downtown Sparta in history   Historic Downtown Sparta  
Images provided courtesy of Monroe County Local History Room
 
Native Americans & Early Exploration
Pioneer Anglo Community 1851-1859
Civil War Years 1860-1865
"Saratoga of the West" 1865-1880
Steadfast Prosperity 1880-1900
Kathryn 'Fredrick' Clarenbach National Organization for Women Co-Founder is Sparta Native
"Gem City of Western Wisconsin" 1900-1945
World War II and Post-War Sparta
Deke Slayton - Astronaut's Inspiration found down on the farm
General R.B. McCoy - A General who helped put Sparta on the Map