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Ok, brace yourselves, I am going to mention….the holidays.
Explorers, I know that it isn’t even the end of October and that most of us are still thinking pumpkins...
History of the Central Wisconsin State Fair
Originating as a street fair in the early 1900’s, the Central Wisconsin State Fair Association formally began when 500 memberships were sold at $10 each to finance the conversion of the horse driving park...
In the Archives: Blodgett’s Breakthrough Invention
It was simply dubbed “Marshfield.”
Manufactured by Marshfield Novelty Works, the electric slot machine was a breakthrough invention in 1897. With five slots, multiple people could play at the same time. For a time, orders...
Spoken History: The Adler Bakery Company
The next lecture in the Spoken History lecture series will cover the history of Marshfield's Adler Bakery company. Explore the story of John Adler as presented by his grandson, Jim. The Adler bakery opened...
Meet The North Wood County Historical Society
North Wood County Historical Society
Headquartered in the mid-Victorian aged Upham Mansion, the North Wood County Historical Society (NWCHS) brings history to the present in Marshfield. Built in 1880, Upham Mansion, located at 212 West...
Upham Mansion Christmas Decor Features Historic Wedding Dress Exhibit
2017 Christmas Theme Celebrates 150th Wedding Anniversary of Governor Upham
UPDATE 2/18: The historic wedding dress collection will remain on display through the month of February 2018. A special program on the dresses and their...
Old Check Reveals Interesting Chapter in Marshfield’s Past
An old check reveals an interesting chapter in Marshfield’s past and more about one of its lesser-known celebrities.
A German American Bank check discovered clinging to the side of an old box by an antiques...
Beell Stadium: Remembering a Fallen Hero
Beell Stadium is named: Fred Beell
With Marshfield Tiger Football starting in just a few short weeks, the lights at Beell Stadium will be lit up, the popcorn will start popping, and the stands will...
Explore Historic Upham House This Holiday Season
Historic Upham House (Upham Mansion) Decorated for Christmas
Located in Marshfield's historic district, the Governor Upham House (commonly known as “Upham Mansion”) is a tribute to the City’s rich history at any time of year,...
Upham Mansion Seeking Donations for Wallpaper Remodel
Historical Society Seeks Replacement for 40 Year-Old Wallpaper
In 1975, the North Wood County Historical Society purchased Governor Upham’s historic Victorian mansion and updated it in time for a public opening in late June, 1978....
