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Historic Point Basse 364 Wakely Road, Nekoosa 715-886-4202 www.historicpointbasse.com Experience the only living history site on the Wisconsin River. Historic Point Basse preserves the 1850s site. Located at the south end of the extensive rapids of the Wisconsin River in what are now Portage and Wood Counties, Robert Wakely’s settlement at Point Basse was the head of the navigable Wisconsin River. See the restored Wakely house, trading post, blacksmith shop, and 1900s schoolhouse. Call for tours.
Arts Council 1040 8th St. South, Suite 101, Wisconsin Rapids 715-424-ARTS (2787) www.SavorTheArts.org The Arts Council is your performing arts connection to live entertainment. Tickets are available online, or 30 minutes prior to each performance.
Rapids Municipal Zoo 1911 Gaynor Ave., Wisconsin Rapids 715-421-8240 A small zoo with an interactive petting area, beautiful gardens, an enclosed reservable shelter, picnic area and a playground for children of all ages is featured at this funfilled family attraction. Open Memorial Day through Aug. 26, 2012 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; closed Mondays. No charge.
Alexander House 1131 Wisconsin River Drive, Port Edwards 715-887-3442 www.alexanderhouseonline.org The Alexander House, a center for art and history, is a combination art gallery and historical museum located in a stately colonial home on the banks of the beautiful Wisconsin River. Open Tue., Thurs., Sun. 1-4 p.m. No charge.
Central Wisconsin Cultural Center 240 Johnson St., Wisconsin Rapids 715-421-4598 www.culturalcenterarts.com Visit us on facebook/centralwisconsinculturalcenter The Cultural Center is your destination for the Visual, Literary and Lyrical Arts with two galleries featuring monthly exhibits showcasing local and regional artists. Open pottery studio, explore art classes, and open musical jam sessions offered throughout the year. Open Tue., Wed. and Fri. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Thurs. 5-7 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. All exhibits are free.
McMillan Memorial Library
490 E. Grand Ave., Wisconsin Rapids 715-423-1040 www.mcmillanlibrary.org For Internet access, WIFI, special events and programs, and a full range of library services, make our awardwinning library your home away from home! Open Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.- 8 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 8
Wisconsin River Papermaking Museum 730 First Ave. South, Wisconsin Rapids 715-424-3037 The Wisconsin River Papermaking Museum features a pictorial history of the 100-year old mansion that houses the museum as well as photos and history of the development of the dam on the Wisconsin River at Grand Rapids/Centralia and the beginnings of Consolidated Water Power & Paper Company. Traveling exhibits about papermaking are also brought in as available. Open to the public free of charge on Tue. and Thurs. 1-4 p.m.
Wisconsin Firefighter’s Memorial Ben Hanson Park, 2031 2nd Ave. S. www.wsfm.org Moving tribute to all Wisconsin firefighters, especially those who have fallen in the line of duty. Located in a beautiful setting on the Wisconsin River. Includes the Fallen Firefighter statue, memorial wall and Visitors Center.
attractions
Glacial Lake Cranberries 2480 County Road D, Wisconsin Rapids 715-887-2095 www.cranberrylink.com Visit a historic and sustainable cranberry marsh that has been in continuous operation since 1873. The owners of Glacial Lake Cranberries offer one-of-a-kind cranberry tours by reservation only during the third week of September through the third week of October. Experience the cranberry harvest, listen to the song of the sandhill crane, and view the vibrant fall colors over a bright sea of red. Learn history and fun facts, view videos, and shop for cranberry-themed gifts at the Glacial Lake Cranberries Visitor Center. Be sure to bring your camera to capture the harvest in action and breathtaking views! Tours offered during harvest: Mon-Fri. 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., and Sat. 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m. $15 per person. Reservations required, call 715-887-2095. Griffith State Nursery 473 Griffith Ave., Wisconsin Rapids 715-424-3700 www.dnr.state.wi.us Wisconsin’s forest nursery program has been a leader in the stewardship of natural resources since 1911, producing more than 1.5 billion tree and wildlife shrub seedlings. Griffith State, Wisconsin’s largest forest nursery, is open to visitors from 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mon.-Fri. Group tours available.
Wisconsin Rapids Community Theatre 220 3rd Ave. South, Suite 6, Wisconsin Rapids 715-421-0435 www.wrctheatre.org WRCT features live performances year-round at the Studio Theatre in the Gilbert & Jaylee Mead Auditorium. Since 1975, WRCT has presented Broadway-type shows while showcasing local talent. We also offer children’s productions, workshops and special theatrical productions. Check the website or call for current performances or events.
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