Tuesday: 5 - 7 p.m. The MWHS will be honoring people who have contributed significantly to the history of Manitowish Waters. Beverages and appetizers will be provided with donations welcomed. This evening is open to the public.

The 1960s was a decade of the Environmental Movement, and Gaylord Nelson was a champion of environmental activism in Wisconsin as well as the nation. He was the founder of Earth Day. The Wisconsin Youth Conservation Corps was created through his inspiration and guidance as governor of Wisconsin from 1959-1963 and U.S senator from our…

Thursday: 9:30 am – noon or 1:15 pm – 3:45 pm What were John Dillinger and his gang really like and what is the “behind the scenes” story of their weekend in Manitowish Waters? Enjoy the rich histories of Manitowish Waters as we travel by pontoon to historic Dillinger sites. The tour is led by…

Friday: 9 am -11 am, 11:30 am-1:30 pm Join Manitowish Waters Historical Society historian Kay Krans on a two-hour pontoon tour of Stone, Fawn and Clear lakes. This trip will depart from the Clear Lake Boat Landing and explore the rich histories of these lakes with a wealth of historic images. Discover the Indigenous People…

Thursday: 3 pm - 7 pm Learn about Manitowish Waters (MW) history and visit some of our social establishments as we hike at a leisurely pace on area trails. Using tour guide headsets, participants can easily hear and learn from Manitowish Waters Historical Society (MWHS) and North Lakeland Discovery Center guides. Trail discussions will include…

Thursday: 9 am - 11 am or 11:30 am - 1:30 pm Join Manitowish Waters Historical Society historian Jim Bokern on a two-hour pontoon tour of Alder and Wild Rice lakes. This trip will depart from Alder Lake and explore the rich histories of these lakes with a wealth of historic images. Discover the Indigenous…

Wednesday: 9 am – 11 am or 11:30 am – 1:30 pm Join Manitowish Waters Historical Society historian Jim Bokern on a two-hour pontoon tour of Rest Lake, which will depart from Rest Lake Park. Discover the Indigenous People cultural networks, logging camps, railroad landing, one of the state’s earliest forest ranger stations, Rest Lake…

Manitowish Waters Historical Society proudly participates in the 4th of July festivities, sharing  historic images of our community. Please join our community in our national celebration along County Highway W in downtown Manitowish Waters!

Friday: 9 am – 11 am or 11:30 am – 1:30 pm Join Manitowish Waters Historical Society historian Kay Krans on a two-hour pontoon tour of Manitowish and Little Star lakes, which will depart from Blue Bayou. Discover the Indigenous community's cultural networks, logging camps, railroad landing, early resorts, Ojibwa village, unique residents, homesteads, businesses…

Wednesday: 6:30-8:30 Legends are powerful and can captivate the imagination, whether they are true or not. Join Manitowish Waters Historical Society historian Kay Krans and a North Lakeland Discovery Center naturalist for an evening pontoon tour of Manitowish Lake. Our tour will delve into the history, legends and myths, and the ecology of this important…