Upcoming Events
History Speaks
Join us for a FREE presentation as MCHS's own historian, Ben Clark, takes a look back at the Bicentennial celebrations in Marathon County in this, our nation’s Semiquincentennial (250th).
Storytime at the Museum
Join us by our cozy fireplace for a few stories and a craft. Perfect for our younger history lovers, FREE for all ages.
Vintage Springtime Tea
Join us for a formal springtime tea, highlighted by thoughtfully prepared sweet and savory courses, and paired with a custom-blended tea. Guests will be immersed in a historic setting that celebrates the elegance and charm of traditional afternoon tea.
Storytime at the Museum
Join us by our cozy fireplace for a few stories and a craft. Perfect for our younger history lovers, FREE for all ages.
Vintage Video Game Night
Come out and play the classic video and board games of your childhood! FREE for everyone!
Storytime in the Garden
Join us in the garden for a few stories and a craft. Perfect for our younger history lovers, FREE for all ages.
Little Red School House Spring Season Closing Event
Join us at the Historic Little Red Schoolhouse as we celebrate the end of another school year, and open the schoolhouse to the public!
Storytime at the Museum
Join us by our cozy fireplace for a few stories and a craft. Perfect for our younger history lovers, FREE for all ages.
Vintage Video Game Night
Step back in time and press start on a night of nostalgia at the Marathon County Historical Society’s Vintage Game Night.
Held once each quarter from 5:30 to 8:30 pm at the Woodson History Center, 410 McIndoe St., Wausau, this evening is packed with classic fun for all ages. Explore a wide selection of vintage board games from past and present, or level up at our Vintage Video Game Station featuring Atari, Nintendo, N64, and more, made possible through our partnership with the Wisconsin Computer Club.
Come when you can and stay as long as you would like while challenging friends old and new. Whether you are rolling dice, drawing cards, or chasing high scores, there is something for every generation to enjoy.
And yes, free popcorn as always.
For more information, contact the Marathon County Historical Society at 715 842 5750 or visit www.marathoncountyhistory.org
Vintage Game Night
FREE EVENT!
We’ve got almost every vintage game you can imagine. Feel free to bring your own game. Don’t know how to play a game – no problem. Our volunteers will jump in to learn the game with you.
Vintage Game Night
FREE EVENT!
We’ve got almost every vintage game you can imagine. Feel free to bring your own game. Don’t know how to play a game – no problem. Our volunteers will jump in to learn the game with you.
History Speaks: Entrepreneurship in a Rural Marathon County County Community
The lore of Larry and Elsie Lohr and how they achieved success as contributors to the community and economy of Marathon City is a testament to the role of stories in creating a family identity of strength, perseverance, and risk-taking. Presented by Rick Lohr.
Voices of the Past: Living History Cemetery Tour
Join us at Pine Grove Cemetery (1501 Grand Avenue in Wausau), for our annual cemetery tours! The first tour leaves at 11 a.m., and the last tour begins at 2 p.m.