The Marathon County Historical Society is proud to welcome Brett Barker as our guest speaker for its History Speaks series at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at the Woodson History Center (410 McIndoe Street, Wausau). Two hundred years ago the Erie Canal was completed, a 363-mile waterway that connected the Great Lakes and […]
Join the Friends of Devil’s Lake State Park for our annual Halloween Extravaganza! From 4-6 pm, we’ll have free pumpkin carving and kid’s crafts. As dusk falls, join us for a family-friendly torchlit hike followed by a bonfire, hot cocoa, and so much s’mores! Costumes welcome! Events take place at the Rock Elm Shelter (North […]
Platteville’s spookiest Halloween tradition returns with ghost miners around every corner! Descend 50 feet underground, deep into the past, and experience a mine illuminated by candles and lantern light as you discover historical truths that are stranger than fiction. We dare you to visit Platteville’s most popular underground Halloween event! Prepare for a one-of-a-kind experience!
Cave After Dark Presents; BRAVE THE CAVE!!! Unleash your inner ghoul and celebrate Halloween early in the depths of the Cave! This adults-only event will feature LIVE MUSIC echoing through the cave chambers, creating an atmosphere as thrilling as it is eerie. Enjoy a drinks and snack before heading into the Cave. Revel in the […]