Olde Towne Memomonie

10/14/2026

The Wilson Place Museum has a few more spots for the guided tours tomorrow. If you have every wanted to go on the Chippewa River Trolley Co. and learn about the history of Menomonie there are a few spot available tomorrow. Join us and learn about all of the amazing objects in the Olde Towne Bar. Check out the post below. 🙂

Thursday, October 15th
Lace, Lumber & Legacy Trolley Tour - Buy your Trolley Tour Tickets here:
https://chippewarivertrolley.org/tours/menomonie-mansion-tour/

Experience Menomonie's rich history aboard a charming trolley! Enjoy a Victorian afternoon tea at Oaklawn Inn, a private guided tour of Wilson Place Museum, and fascinating stories of the families and landmarks that shaped our community.

Guided Museum Tours
Thursday, October 15th & Saturday, October 17th

Explore the beautiful Wilson Place Museum and discover the stories of Menomonie's lumber era, the Wilson family, and the remarkable history preserved within its walls.

Standard Tour Times:
Noon | 1:00 PM | 2:00 PM

Admission:
Adults: $15
Seniors (65+): $10
Students: $10
Children under 5: Free

Reserve your guided tour:
https://wilsonplace.org/tours/

Fall is a wonderful time to explore Menomonie's history! Whether you're joining us for the trolley experience or a traditional guided tour, we'd love to welcome you to Wilson Place Museum.

Explore Menomonie's Story — One Room at a Time!

10/07/2026

It’s exciting to see some big improvements happening at our friends at the Wilson Place Museum!
New sidewalks are being installed around the entire building, making another important investment in the care and future of this historic Menomonie landmark.
One of the things we love about Menomonie is the incredible history that surrounds us. Olde Towne, Wilson Place, the Mabel Tainter, and so many other buildings throughout our community each have a story to tell—and keeping these historic places alive takes continued care, work, and investment.
We’re excited to watch this project take shape at Wilson Place!

Here’s a little look at the progress so far.

07/25/2026

The next Trolley tour is thos coming Thursday, July 30th. Join us!

07/13/2026

Here is a great opportunity to learn about the artifacts in the bar of Olde Towne.

Looking for a unique way to spend a summer afternoon?

Join us on Thursday, July 23 and the 30th for the Lace, Lumber & Legacy: Menomonie Mansions & Afternoon Tea Tour aboard the Chippewa River Trolley. Buy your tickets here. https://chippewarivertrolley.org/tours/menomonie-mansion-tour/

Your afternoon includes:
* A traditional Victorian Afternoon Tea at the historic Oaklawn Inn (built in 1889)
* A tour of the beautiful Wilson Place Museum
* A visit to Olde Towne's fascinating Menomonie memorabilia collection
* A narrated trolley ride filled with stories of Menomonie's lumber barons, grand homes, and remarkable history.

It is an honor to welcome guests to the Oaklawn Inn and share the charm of this beautiful Victorian home over tea, conversation, and homemade treats served on fine china.

Seats are limited, so reserve yours today!

We look forward to welcoming you for an afternoon of history, elegance, and wonderful memories.

07/11/2026

If you have some time today, stop by the Downsville Community Museum!

Tim Dotseth, owner of the Wilson Place Museum, will be there helping identify "What's It?" items. If you've ever wondered what that mysterious old tool or gadget was used for, this is your chance to find out.

Come join us—it should be a fun afternoon! And if you think you have an item that can stump Tim... good luck! 😉

03/26/2026

Join us on this wonderful adventure. :-)

03/07/2026

This event will be Olde Towne next week. Join us!

Seating is limited. Reservations are required.

01/07/2026

Planning a group event doesn’t have to be complicated.

At Olde Towne Banquet Hall & Bar, we can set up a private ticketing page for your event — making it easy for your guests to contribute and pay ahead of time.

Perfect for:
• Celebrations, Reunions & Parties
• Groom or Rehearsal dinners, post-wedding breakfast or farewell brunch
• Birthdays & anniversaries
• Fundraisers & group gatherings
• Club events & Concerts

No collecting money.
No awkward reminders.
Just one simple link your guests can use in advance.

If you’re planning a private event and want an easier way to manage costs, we’re happy to help.

1️⃣ Design Your Event
We help plan your menu, bar options, and room setup

2️⃣ We Create Your Private Ticket Page
Customized for your specific event

3️⃣ You Share the Link
Guests pay online, ahead of time

4️⃣ Enjoy Your Event
No collecting money. No reminders.

12/28/2025

The Christmas light will be on until January 3rd at Wolske Bay. A Big Thank You to the City of Menomonie for putting this together every year. It makes the Christmas Season brighter. :-)

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