by shawano_history_staff | Apr 18, 2025 | News & Events
The Shawano County Historical Society is excited to host its 17th annual Rhubarb Fest on Saturday, June 21, 2025! Admission is free for the festival which will be held at Heritage Park, at 524 N Franklin Street in Shawano, from 10am to 4pm. Some of the features will...
by shawano_history_staff | Apr 17, 2025 | News & Events
The Wolf River Paper & Fiber Company Plaque The 16th Shawano Has History plaque, the Wolf River Paper & Fiber Company, was installed at Sturgeon Park in Shawano. The park overlooks Shawano Specialty Papers – A division of Little Rapids Corporation, the...
by shawano_history_staff | Apr 14, 2025 | News & Events
Preservation Press The Spring 2025 Preservation Press newsletter is published on the News & Events page or, follow the link above. This edition is full of interesting history articles, news, and events. Remember, if you become a member, you’ll receive a...
by shawano_history_staff | Mar 28, 2025 | News & Events
Schweers Hardware Plaque The 15th Shawano Has History plaque, for Schweers Hardware, was installed at 127 S. Main Street in Shawano, the current home of The War Bonnet. Built in 1890, immediately following the fire which took out several businesses on the west side of...
by shawano_history_staff | Feb 4, 2025 | News & Events
Will you be our Valentine? Valentine’s Day, is almost here! A day when we appreciate all the “loves” in our lives! We’re wishing happy Valentine’s Day to all our members and supporters with the special Valentines cards attached to this...
by shawano_history_staff | Jan 1, 2025 | News & Events
Ludolph's Grocery Plaque The 14th Shawano Has History plaque was installed at 142 S. Main Street in Shawano, the home of The Avenue. Built in 1916 by George Ludolph, this building is historically know as Ludolph’s Grocery. Ludolph operated a store at this...
