City of Waupaca's Historic Preservation Commission

The City of Waupaca's Historic Preservation Commission's purpose is to recognize, preserve and enhance areas, sites and structures that contribute to Waupaca’s unique and distinctive environment. The Commission is made up of seven members appointed by the City of Waupaca Mayor, subject to confirmation by the Common Council. The Historic Preservation Commission meets monthly or more often if necessary. Meetings are open to the public and the meeting dates, times, and locations are posted at the Waupaca City Hall and on the City of Waupaca's online calendar.
The City of Waupaca's Historic Preservation web page contains information on historic buildings, homes and districts in the city. This page also contains information the process of becoming a historic landmark in the city of Waupaca, along with information on Waupaca sites that are also designated on the state and national historic registers.
Thank you for donating to the Waupaca Historical Society and helping us preserve Waupaca and Chain O'Lakes history!
Come visit us year-round at the Holly Center at 321 S. Main Street during our open hours on
Wednesday through Friday,
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.!
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What's Happening at the Waupaca Historical Society
- NOW : Outdoor Photo Exhibit--Celebrating 150 Years of the City of Waupaca (around Bandstand in front of City Hall)
- Thurs., September 18, 6pm: "100 Years of the ICC" with Breanna Yeska (at Indian Crossing Casino)
- Sat., September 20, 9am to 3pm: Hutchinson House OPEN and Brat Fry at Fall-O-Rama, South Park
- Thurs., October 16, 6 pm: "Mead Murder" with J.J. Johnson
- Sat., October 18, 2-4 pm: Hike Through History at Lakeside Cemetery
Appointments outside of open hours at any WHS buildings can be made at least two weeks in advance by calling the Holly History and Genealogy Center at (715) 256-9980 or emailing
Tracy Behrendt at