National Register Listings in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin
Anderson, Brady and Waldermar Ager House
Barber, James, House
Barnes Block
Barron, Martin Van Buren, House
Borton, Einar and Alice, House
Brice, Orlando, House
California Wine and Liquor Store
Carson Park Baseball Stadium
Chamberlin, Clarence, House
Chambers, Pearl and Eva, House
Chicago, St. Paul, Minneapolis & Omaha Railroad Depot
Christ Church Cathedral and Parish House
City Hall
Cobblestone House
Community House, First Congregational Church
Confluence Commercial Historic District
Dells Mill
Drummond Business Block
Drummond, David, House
Eau Claire High School
Eau Claire Masonic Temple
Eau Claire Park Company Addition Historic District
Eau Claire Public Library
Eau Claire Vocational School
Eichert, Christine, House
Emery Street Bungalow District
First Methodist Episcopal Church
Gikling, Gilbert, House
Hoover, James Stephen and Borland, Elizabeth, Memorial Chapel
Johnson, John, Saloon
Kaiser Lumber Company Office
Kenyon, A. L., House
Kline's Department Store
Merrill, Levi, House
Oatman Filling Station
Ottawa House
Owen Park Bandshell
Owen, John S., House
Pioneer Block
Putnam, Jane E., Memorial Chapel
Randall Park Historic District
Randall, Adin, House
Roosevelt Avenue Historic District
Sacred Heart Church
Saint Edward's Chapel
Salsbury Row House
Schofield Hall
Schwahn, William and Tilla, House
Second Ward School
Soo Line Locomotive 2719
St. Joseph's Chapel
St. Patrick's Church
Steven House
Temple of Free Masonry
Third Ward Historic District
Third Ward Historic District (Boundary Increase)
Union Auto Company
Union National Bank
US Post Office and Courthouse
Walter-Heins House
Water Street Historic District
Werner, Dr. Nels, House
Wilcox, Roy, House
Winslow, George F., House
About Eau Claire County
Eau Claire County Timeline
Eau Claire County, located in western Wisconsin, has a rich history dating back thousands of years. The area was originally inhabited by various Native American tribes, including the Dakota, Ojibwe, and Ho-Chunk peoples. European settlement began in the early 1800s, with French and British fur traders traversing the region. The first permanent settlers, primarily of German and Norwegian descent, arrived in the mid-1800s, attracted by the area's vast forests and abundant water resources.
Eau Claire County was officially established in 1856, taking its name from the Eau Claire River that runs through the region. The county quickly grew and developed as logging became a prominent industry. Timber from the surrounding forests was floated down the river, providing an economic boom that led to the founding of towns and villages such as Eau Claire, Altoona, and Augusta. The logging era lasted until the late 1800s when most of the valuable timber had been harvested.
Following the decline of logging, agriculture emerged as a significant economic force in Eau Claire County. The fertile soil and favorable climate allowed for successful farming, particularly dairy farming. Cheese production became an important industry, and Eau Claire County became known as the "cheese capital" of the region. This agricultural heritage remains strong in the county to this day, with many farms still operating.
In the 20th century, Eau Claire County experienced further growth and diversification. The establishment of educational institutions, including the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, contributed to the county's development as an intellectual and cultural center. The local economy expanded beyond agriculture, with manufacturing, healthcare, and technology sectors playing significant roles. Today, Eau Claire County is a vibrant community that celebrates its history while embracing modern innovation and progress.
Eau Claire County was officially established in 1856, taking its name from the Eau Claire River that runs through the region. The county quickly grew and developed as logging became a prominent industry. Timber from the surrounding forests was floated down the river, providing an economic boom that led to the founding of towns and villages such as Eau Claire, Altoona, and Augusta. The logging era lasted until the late 1800s when most of the valuable timber had been harvested.
Following the decline of logging, agriculture emerged as a significant economic force in Eau Claire County. The fertile soil and favorable climate allowed for successful farming, particularly dairy farming. Cheese production became an important industry, and Eau Claire County became known as the "cheese capital" of the region. This agricultural heritage remains strong in the county to this day, with many farms still operating.
In the 20th century, Eau Claire County experienced further growth and diversification. The establishment of educational institutions, including the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, contributed to the county's development as an intellectual and cultural center. The local economy expanded beyond agriculture, with manufacturing, healthcare, and technology sectors playing significant roles. Today, Eau Claire County is a vibrant community that celebrates its history while embracing modern innovation and progress.
Eau Claire County Timeline
This timeline provides a glimpse into the major events and milestones that have shaped the history of Eau Claire County, Wisconsin.
- 1856 - Eau Claire County created
- 1860 - Chippewa River Bridge constructed
- 1884 - Eau Claire City Hall built
- 1890 - Oakwood Mall established
- 1922 - Carson Park developed
- 1949 - Eau Claire State Teachers College renamed as University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
- 1966 - Paul Bunyan Logging Camp Museum opened
- 1972 - Eau Claire County Courthouse constructed
- 1997 - Eau Claire County Expo Center established