Wakely Historical Site

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Pioneer Festival

Saturday, June 7th, & Sunday, June 8th, 2025 | Cost: Adults $5.00 -Students $3.00 – Pre-School & Members Free

  • The Point Basse Pioneer Festival is the premier event at Historic Point Basse. The 2-day event is open to the public and takes place the second full weekend in June
  • Time: 10:00am-5:00pm | 10:00am-4:00pm
  • Where: Historic Point Basse | 364 Wakely Road | Nekoosa WI 5445


Step back in time and experience the sights, sounds, and flavors of a bygone era at this exciting festival. Immerse yourself in history as you participate in the activities of the day, from watching expert craftsmen demonstrate their period techniques to savoring delicious period foods that will transport your taste buds to another time. Don’t forget to visit the Civil War area and watch the cannons being shot off along the river. Take part in the Tomahawk Throw or enjoy afternoon Tea at Two. The festival offers fun for the whole family, with exciting enactments that will bring history to life right before your eyes!

Abraham Lincoln addressing the crowd

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Heritage Hollyday

Saturday, December 7th, 2024 | Cost: Adults $3.00 -Students $1.00 – Pre-School & Members Free

  • Visit the Holidays as they were in the Wakely’s homestead.
  • Afterwards visit the Nekoosa Hometown Christmas.
  • Time: 12:00pm to 4:00pm
  • Where: Historic Point Basse | 364 Wakely Road | Nekoosa WI 5445


The citizens of Point Basse are preparing for the most wonderful time of the year, and you can be a part of the festivities. Get in the holiday spirit by watching and helping the locals with their holiday preparations, from putting up decorations to baking sweet treats. Participate in various winter activities and be amazed by the traditional decorations of the period that add a special holiday charm to the site.

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