National Register of Historic Places listings in Florence County, Wisconsin facts for kids

Location of Florence County in Wisconsin

Welcome to Florence County, Wisconsin! This area is home to some really cool and important places that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Think of this register as a special list of buildings, sites, and objects across the United States that are worth preserving because of their history or unique design.

In Florence County, there are 7 places on this special list. These spots help us learn about the past and understand how people lived and worked here long ago. Let's explore some of these amazing historical treasures!

Cool Historic Places in Florence County

Here are some of the interesting places in Florence County that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places:

Fay Outlet Site (47FL13)

• Location: Near Long Lake
• Listed: January 17, 1989
• What it is: This is an ancient village site where people from the Woodland period and Oneota culture once lived. Archaeologists study places like this to learn about early Native American life.

Fern School

• Location: Southwest of Florence on WI 101
• Listed: March 20, 1981
• What it is: Built in 1921, this school building has a classic style called Colonial Revival. It used to have one to six rooms where kids in the area came to learn.

Florence County Courthouse and Jail

• Location: 501 Lake Street, Florence
• Listed: December 2, 1985
• What it is: This impressive building was constructed in 1897. It's made of sandstone and limestone and features a style called Romanesque Revival, which often includes round arches and sturdy walls. It's where important county decisions are made.

The Florence County Courthouse, built in 1897.

Florence Town Hall

• Location: 748 Central Avenue, Florence
• Listed: April 15, 2014
• What it is: This town hall was built in 1936 and includes a public auditorium. It was designed by Max Hanisch, Sr., in the Art Moderne style, which is known for its sleek lines and modern look.

David M. and Lottie Fulmer House

• Location: 209 Central Avenue, Florence
• Listed: May 5, 2014
• What it is: This two-story house was built in 1899. It's covered in a type of plaster called stucco and shows off the Prairie School style of architecture, which focuses on horizontal lines and natural materials. Besides the Fulmers, a lawyer named Max Sells also lived here.

The David M. and Lottie Fulmer House.

Upper Twin Falls Bridge

• Location: Over the Menominee River
• Listed: December 12, 2012
• What it is: This highway bridge was built between 1910 and 1911. It's a special type of bridge called a "camelback through-truss bridge," and it's one of only two left in Wisconsin! It was built to connect Florence County with Dickinson County, Michigan after a new dam was planned that would flood the old bridge. This bridge even played a role in history during the time when Michigan had strict alcohol laws and Wisconsin did not, serving as a spot for inspections.

The Upper Twin Falls Bridge, built over 100 years ago.

Robert B. and Estelle J. Webb House

• Location: 200 Central Avenue, Florence
• Listed: May 5, 2014
• What it is: Built in 1883, this home is a beautiful example of Queen Anne style. It features decorative wooden boards called bargeboards and fancy porches. Robert Webb was involved in mining and owned a hardware store in Florence.

The Robert B. and Estelle J. Webb House.