Welcome to The Wisconsin Canoe Heritage Museum, an institution devoted to the acquisition, preservation, and dissemination of materials and information relating to the history and heritage of canoe building, canoes, and canoeing in North America.
Notice - Beginning October 1st and continuing through October 17th the Wisconsin Canoe Heritage Museum will be open on Friday & Saturdays with reduced fall hours from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. You can confirm open times by calling the museum at 715-635-5002. Visitations can be arranged at other times by calling the museum administration offices at 715-635-2479.
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The Wisconsin Canoe Heritage Museum (WCHM) has canceled its “Canoe & Brew” event that was scheduled for October 17th at Red Schoolhouse Wines in Stone Lake. “Unforeseen circumstances were preventing us from making timely preparations for the event, “ explained Canoe & Brew committee chair Debbie Koehn, “and it became obvious that we were not going to be able to put on the quality event that we wanted.” In place of the canceled event this year will be a “Canoe Raffle Drawing & Volunteer Appreciation Party” that will take place at the museum on Saturday October 17th. This will be a free event and open to the public. Additional details will be announced soon.
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Our Exhibit Hall...features displays comprised of canoes and canoe related ephemera from the collection of Jill Weber Dean and Jeff Dean, as well as others. This eclectic assemblage of boats is exciting in its diversity, and includes significant craft from the golden age of North American canoeing as well as work by important contemporary builders. The building traditions of the eastern seaboard, the mid-west, and Canada are all represented, providing the museum visitor a fascinating opportunity to experience the evolution of canoe design and manufacture in proper historical context. Visit our Exhibit Hall page for information on visitation hours or appointments.
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Our Canoe Shop...is a 2,500 square foot, state of the art facility designed to celebrate the rich legacy of canoe craft while inspiring and educating a new generation of builders. Become a member and you can access our shop and all it has to offer for your personal projects. Frequent canoe shop programs also allow the novice to experience traditional and contemporary construction and restoration techniques through formal instruction. Visit our Canoe Shop page for more information on how you can use our shop.
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Our Canoe & Wooden Boat Show...is a great time to visit the museum. Held annually on the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend, it is also our opening day of the summer season. in addition to the boat show, you can enjoy the museum open house, exhibit hall tours, canoe construction demonstrations in the shop, live music on the back porch, and food and beverage in the beer garden. Find out how to become an exhibitor and everything else being planned for this year's Wisconsin Canoe Heritage Day on our Boat Show page.
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Current News & Upcoming Events...For the most up to date information on what is happening at the Wisconsin Canoe Heritage Museum visit our Current News page. We also have special events, classes, shows, and other activities that you can learn about on our Upcoming Events page. You can also join our email news list at WCHM Enews.
You can help preserve our rich canoeing heritage. Become a Member and receive our quarterly newsletter. The WCHM is a 501c3 non-profit corporation, and donations to our Perpetuity Endowment Fund or our general operating fund are fully tax deductible. You can learn about how the WCHM operates on our Governance page. |
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Our Building in Spooner, Wisconsin...which houses the exhibit hall and shop, was originally part of the Baker Grain Elevator, built circa 1912, and once a part of Spooner's railroad infrastructure. The exposed steel truss work reflects the architectural vernacular of the era while providing a visually stunning display space for the collections. You can find information about how to find us or otherwise get in touch on our Contact Us page.
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Exhibit Hall Hours:
The WCHM Exhibit Hall is currently open for the fall season.
Our regular exhibit hall hours through September will be:
Wednesday thru Saturday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sundays & Holidays 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
If you wish you can call the exhibit hall at 715-635-5002 to confirm we are open.
To visit by appointment at any other time please call our administrative office at 715-635-2479 or contact us at [email protected].
Our regular exhibit hall hours through September will be:
Wednesday thru Saturday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sundays & Holidays 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
If you wish you can call the exhibit hall at 715-635-5002 to confirm we are open.
To visit by appointment at any other time please call our administrative office at 715-635-2479 or contact us at [email protected].
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