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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMAN7_monadnocks_Wausau-WI.html
Geologists have determined that Rib Mountain is more than 1.7 billion years old — one of the oldest rock formations on earth. In fact, three large quartzite hills, or monadnocks, are found here in the Wausau area.
The largest monadnock, R…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMAN4_to-charles-e-parker_Wausau-WI.html
For ourselves and for every person who has found pleasure, peace and kinship with nature in these lovely acres, these lands are inscribed by the Kiwanis Club of Wausau.
Charles E. Parker was the prime mover in the acquisition of this land by th…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM5C3_rib-mountain-state-park_Wausau-WI.html
The summit of this rock is the highest known point in the state
-1940 feet above sea level-
This land, forty acres in area,was presented to the commonwealthon January 26, 1923, by the estate of
Jacob Gensman
The park was enlarged to …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM5BP_mountain-view_Wausau-WI.html
Towering 1,940 feet above sea level, Rib Mountain is the third highest point in Wisconsin. From here, you can look out over the patchwork of homes, factories and farm land that covers the landscape.
You may even see a hawk or turkey vulture so…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM58Z_first-teachers-training-school-in-wisconsin_Wausau-WI.html
Rural Teacher Training needs became apparent in Marathon County before the turn of the century. John F. Lamont, Marathon County School Superintendent, investigat?ed the problem and urged Senator A. L. Kruetzer to introduce legislation in the 1887 …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM3JI_wisconsins-first-home-built-flying-machine_Rothschild-WI.html
On June 23, 1911, near this location, Wausau native John Schwister became a pio?neer of Wisconsin aviation. Research indicates that on this date Schwister flew the state's first home-built airplane capable of sustained, powered flight. Constructed…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMZW_geological-marker_Athens-WI.html
This spot in Section 14, in the Town of Rietbrock, Marathon County is the exact center of the northern half of the Western Hemisphere. It is here that the 90th meridian of longitude bisects the 45th parallel of latitude, meaning it is exactly half…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMHV_john-baptiste-dubay_Mosinee-WI.html
Son of a Menominee Indian Princess · Son-in-Law of Chief Oshkosh · Treaty-Maker · Interpreter · Indian Trader · Firm Friend of White Men.