Ongoing Events
Throughout the year, the communities of Price County host a number of continuous running events. They are a great way to experience the strong community spirit and fun local traditions of the small towns of Price County. Whatever the season, there’s something fun happening in Price County.
To view all Price County Events, go to http://www.pricecountywi.net/events.
- Dates and times are subject to change.
- Please check with the listed event contact to verify event information.
Yesterday House & Liberty School Open House
Spring through Fall – Tentative
Call for hours
N894 S German Settlement Road, Spirit
715-564-3299
E-mail: gshinc@centurylink.net
The Yesterday House is a log house that was built in 1885 and contains items used by early settlers. Liberty School was built in 1919. In addition, a “Machine Shed” which houses farming and logging equipment used from 1880-1950 has been added to the site. These buildings are overseen by German Settlement History, Inc. Open to visitors on a regular basis Spring to Fall.
Price County Market
May 25 through September 1, 2012
Every Fri. & Sat. before 9 a.m. – ’til after 3 p.m.
Hwy. 8 & A Intersection, W4888 Hwy. 8, Prentice
715-657-0078
Website: www.pricecountymarket.com
New and used household, arts & crafts, antiques, maple syrup, honey, collectibles, produce, flowers, tools, hardware, and more. Great onsite food provided by a state certified local vendor.
Old Town Hall Museum & Greenfield School Opens for the Summer Season
May 26, 27 & 28, 2011 through September 1 – 3, 2012 – Tentative
Open Saturdays & Sundays 1-5 p.m. through Labor Day
7213 Pine Street, Hwy. 13, Fifield
715-339-3492 or 339-2254
Website: http://pricecountyhistorical society.com
E-mail: koerner2@pctcnet.net
There is no admission charge. The Old Town Hall is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It houses artifacts 1879 thru 1930s including logging and household items. The historic, one-room Greenfield School serves as a repository for Price County rural school history. Tours are also available by appointment.
Knox Creek Heritage Center Open House
May 27, June 23 & September 8, 2012
May 29: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; June 25: 4-11 p.m.; Sept. 10: 1-4 p.m.
W4517 West Knox Road, Brantwood
715-564-2520 / 2525
Website: http://pricecountyhistorical society.com
E-mail: paulsyl@centurytel.net; cen95870@centurytel.net
An affiliate of the State Historical Society of Wisconsin, the center is composed of eight buildings used to display artifacts, documents, photographs, and other memorabilia that represent the cultural, ethnic, and historical aspect of past eras representing several ethnic groups in southeastern Price County. Tours are also available by appointment.
Farmers Market – Phillips
early-June through late-October, 2012 – Tentative
Every Sat. 9 a.m. – noon; mid-July through September every Tues. 3-5:30 p.m.
Corner of Maple & Avon, ½ block west of Subway®, Hwy. 13, Phillips
715-339-6516
Website: http://www.pricecountywi.net/businesses/shopping/farmers-markets-local-food
Items vary from week to week and depend on time of year and may include early bedding plants, rhubarb, herbs, maple syrup, cranberry products, berries, greens & lettuce, vegetables, honey, perennials & potted plants, apples, onions, garlic, peppers, and more. Local vendors interested in participating can come every Saturday or just one for a small fee.
Jump River Valley Historical Museum Opens For the Summer Season
June 9 & 10 through August 25, 2012 – Tentative
10 a.m.-3 p.m., 2nd & 4th Saturdays
Catawba Town Hall, W9224 Hwy. 8, Catawba
715-339-2642
Website: http://pricecountyhistoricalsociety.com
E-mail: koerner2@pctcnet.net
The museum displays a variety of town & logging displays & artifacts covering the period between 1890-1940. Permanent exhibits explore the history of lumbering in the area, farming, rural schooling, and homemaking. Tours are also available by appointment.
Farmers Market – Catawba
July 14 thru mid-September, 2012 – Tentative
Every Sat. 8 am – noon? (until sold out)
Catawba Farm Supply / C-Store, W9149 U.S. Hwy. 8, Catawba
715-474-6713 / 3322
Website: http://www.pricecountywi.net/businesses/shopping/farmers-markets-local-food
When in season, items may include fresh produce, cut flowers, bedding plants, herbs, houseplants, trees & shrubs, pumpkins, melons, rhubarb, berries, apples, sweet corn, and craft items.
Second Thursday Summer Art Workshops
June 14, July 12 & August 9, 2012
Time TBA
Friends of Fred Smith Studio, Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Hwy 13, Phillips
715-339-4505 / 800-269-4505
Website: http://www.friendsoffredsmith.org/index.html
E-mail: tourism@co.price.wi.us
Art workshop for beginners presented by a local artist. There is no cost to attend. Call to register or for more information.
Thursday Evening Paddle Outings presented by The Crazy Loon
June 14 & 28, July 12 & 26, August 9 & 23, 2012 – Tentative
6 p.m.
Locations TBA
715-339-6254
Website: www.thecrazyloon.com
E-mail: tcloon@pctcnet.net
Join the staff and friends of The Crazy Loon for an easy out and back paddle on Thursday evenings. Meet at an area waterway for a 1-1/2 to 2 hour leisurely paddle, depending on the weather.
Farmers Market – Park Falls
June 20 thru September, 2012 – Tentative
Every Wed. 2:30-5:30 p.m.
Tourist Park, 50 Sherry Avenue, Park Falls (at the corner of Sherry Ave. & Linden St.)
715-762-7457
Website: http://www.pricecountywi.net/businesses/shopping/farmers-markets-local-food
Email: daubner.linda@marshfieldclinic.org
Items vary each week depending on what fruits and vegetables are in season, plus a variety of other items are available. New vendors are welcome. Sponsored by Flambeau Hospital.
Yesterday House & Liberty School Open House
September 2 & 3, 2012 – Tentative
Sunday – Noon to 5:00 p.m.; Monday – 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
N894 S German Settlement Road, Spirit
715-564-3299
E-mail: gshinc@centurylink.net
The Yesterday House is a log house that was built in 1885 and contains items used by early settlers. Liberty School was built in 1919. In addition, a “Machine Shed” which houses farming and logging equipment used from 1880-1950 has been added to the site. These buildings are overseen by German Settlement History, Inc. Open to visitors on a regular basis Spring to Fall.
