It’s May 1st, and that means it’s finally Historic Preservation Month! This year’s National Preservation Month is themed “All People are Created Equal,” which highlights the importance of telling inclusive … Continue reading Historic Preservation Month – Year Recap – Wausau
Wausau Historical Architecture Tuesday – Longfellow School
It’s Winter Break! But Friends of Wausau Historic Landmarks is headed to school. This week’s WHAT! is Longfellow School, or you can call it by its historic name, First Ward … Continue reading Wausau Historical Architecture Tuesday – Longfellow School
News – New Landmarked Building
Great news! Last night the city council chose to amend what the Planning Commission sent that only landmarked part of the East Gate Building (Youth Building). Instead the Council chose … Continue reading News – New Landmarked Building
Press Release – Architecture Ambles walking Tours Season 2025
The Friends of Wausau Historic Landmarks are excited to announce their 2025 season of Architecture Ambles walking tours. We start the season with Gary’s tour of historic downtown Wausau. The … Continue reading Press Release – Architecture Ambles walking Tours Season 2025
Landmarking News
Some great news for Wausau history heads! The Historic Preservation Commission will hold two public hearings on February 26th (Wednesday) at 6pm at City Hall. They will also be streamed … Continue reading Landmarking News
A Brief History of Channel 9(WAOW)
Another notable non-building local landmark is the Weather 9. More than just a lit sign, it was a beacon providing the weather forecast at a glance – if you knew … Continue reading A Brief History of Channel 9(WAOW)
A Brief History of the Closing Wausau Schools
With the Wausau School District closing three schools and repurposing one, let’s take this time to look at their history before the schools are gone (though the buildings will remain). … Continue reading A Brief History of the Closing Wausau Schools