OUR MISSION
OUR MISSION
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This site is still currently under development. Many materials have yet to be added.
The Preserving Wabeno class is working towards digitizing many of the artifacts within the school that the public may not be able to view. As we progress we hope to include more of the town history into this project as well.
TOWN HISTORY
TOWN HISTORY
The Beginning
The Beginning
On June 8th, 1880, a tornado tore through Northern Wisconsin and created a large open strip from Antigo to Lake Superior which was about half a mile to a mile wide. Within the next seven years, people will settle in the area and establish the town we now know as, Wabeno.
Wabeno's name comes from the Potawatomi word "Waubeno" which means "Coming of wind".
Logging Era
Logging Era
Wabeno's popularity boomed in the 1900s when the development of lumber companies began. Years later, mills were built in and near Wabeno, creating more business for the town.
Present Day
Present Day
Today the town of Wabeno has settled down and is figuring out its new identity as logging has declined in the area.
Although the town has quieted down, many of the traditions have held up through the years and continue to bring business to the area. Some Wabeno traditions include steam-up days, the Fourth of July parade, and the WAM fest.
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