1892 Courthouse lights return
A special donation returned antique light fixtures to Wausau.
"The Pinery"
In 1979, Ed Schoenberger constructed his public art installation, "The Pinery," which led to vigorous discussion and debate.
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WI 101: Check out this coat!
Another of our objects is featured in the Wisconsin 101 online museum!
Yawkey House Pen and Ink Drawing by George Lane
Signed and Numbered
The Yawkey House was the home of Cyrus and Alice Yawkey. Built in 1901 it showcases Classical Revival architecture.
Wausau's Ginseng King
During his youth in the early 1880s, John H. Koehler remembered being enamored with the ginseng plants he encountered in the shaded forest near his family farm in Hamburg Township. Although it would take a few years before he returned to the crop, Koehler would become a major figure in the development of the industry.
Fair Booth and Historic Picture Judging
The results of and information about the historic picture judging at our booth this year at the Wisconsin Valley Fair.
1920: The Year the Marathon County Fair was Canceled
In April 1920, the Marathon County Agricultural Society made a surprising announcement: the 52nd annual Marathon County Fair was to be canceled.
