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 Update
Good news from City Hall tonight for historic preservation! Tonight the Wausau Historic Preservation Commission approved furthering the landmarking process for the Little Red School House in Marathon Park and … Continue reading Landmarking News Update
Wausau Historical Architecture Tuesday – Sylvan Hill
Last WHAT of February and spring is on the way (hopefully)! We took time to explore Sylvan Hill before all the snow left. Sylvan Hill (at 1329 Sylvan Street) was … Continue reading Wausau Historical Architecture Tuesday – Sylvan Hill
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
Wausau Historical Architecture Tuesday – Koschmann General Store
WHAT? That’s right it’s time for Wausau Historical Architecture Tuesday. We wandered a little further down 3rd Street to the corner of DeKalb and Third Streets – Koschmann General Store … Continue reading Wausau Historical Architecture Tuesday – Koschmann General Store
Voices of Historic Preservation – Episode 1
Historic preservation – it’s what we are all about! And it’s an important part of any thriving community. We have made it our mission to provide fun and educational opportunities … Continue reading Voices of Historic Preservation – Episode 1
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
Fun Story discovered during the West River District Architecture Amble
One of the best parts about our tours is the stories that are told by the group. And at our last tour through the West River District we had an … Continue reading Fun Story discovered during the West River District Architecture Amble
Pat Peckham Memorial History Ride -Sunday, May 12.
Grab your bike and bike helmet for a History Preservation Month special bicycle tour of Wausau’s Southeast Side to honor Pat Peckham. We will look at the history and architecture … Continue reading Pat Peckham Memorial History Ride -Sunday, May 12.