Waupaca Historical Society
Waupaca Historical Society
321 S. Main St., Waupaca, WI 54981

Historic Venues in Waupaca

The city of Waupaca and the Chain O'Lakes area have a rich history, dating back to 1849.  Many historic buildings, homes and locations still exist throughout the area, some of which are available for visiting or renting. 


If you are looking for a historic venue in the Waupaca area, please consider the Waupaca Historical Society or another beautiful local historic sites. 


Please see the brochure below for information or contact the Waupaca Historical Society today!


Historical Brochure.docx  


Special thank you to Jane Haasch for all of her work to put this brochure together!

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Upcoming Programs at the Waupaca Historical Society!

  • Sat., Dec. 18, 10 am-5 pm:
    Depot Open House
  • December 24, 30 & 31:
    Holly Center CLOSED
  • NEW HOURS COMING IN 2022!
    Starting in January 2022, the Holly Center will be open three days per week with new hours--Wednesday through Friday, 10 am-2 pm!
  • Thurs., Feb. 17 at 6 p.m.:
    "Bethany of Waupaca: 125 Years of Care" with Bethany Home (at the Holly Center)
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2021 Update

The Holly Center will be open to the public on

Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Fridays from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. 


WHS COVID POLICY

Following CDC guidelines, masks are required in all of our buildings. We encourage all visitors to maintain a 6-foot distance from others and remain at home if exposed to COVID-19 or feeling unwell. 


Appointments outside of open hours at any WHS buildings can be made by calling the Holly History and Genealogy Center at (715) 256-9980 or emailing 

Tracy Behrendt at 

director@waupacahistoricalsociety.org.

Quick Links:

Waupaca Historical Society, 321 South Main Street, Waupaca, WI 54981 –– (715) 256-9980