Marathon County Fairgrounds Explained

The Marathon County Fairgrounds are located in Wausau, Wisconsin. In 1980, the site was added to the National Register of Historic Places.^{[1] [2]}

History

The county fair, now known as the Wisconsin Valley Fair, has been held at the site since 1868.^[3] It features a stock judging pavilion (pictured) that was designed by Alexander C. Eschweiler and built in 1921. Other features on the site include a carousel, a kids' train, a curling club and campgrounds.

Notes and References

1. Web site: Filipowicz. Diane H.. Eschweiler Thematic Resources of Marathon County, Wisconsin. National Register of Historic Places - Registration Form. US Dept. of the Interior - National Park Service. 2016-06-17. December 1979.
2. Web site: Marathon Park - Exhibition Building. Wisconsin Historical Society. 2016-06-17.
3. Web site: Marathon County Fairgrounds. Waymarking.com. 2012-03-01.