Wisconsin Pavilion facts for kids
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Wisconsin Pavilion
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| Location | 1201 E. Division St. Neillsville, Wisconsin |
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| Built | 1964/1966-1967 |
| Architect | John Steinmann |
| Architectural style | Mid-Century Modern |
| NRHP reference No. | 12000021 |
| Added to NRHP | February 14, 2012 |
The Wisconsin Pavilion is a special building located in Neillsville, Wisconsin. It has a unique history, starting its life at a big event called the World's Fair. Today, it's home to radio stations and a gift shop, and it's recognized as an important historic place.
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A Building with a Story
The Wisconsin Pavilion was first built for the 1964 New York World's Fair. A man named Clark Prudhon from Evansville, Wisconsin, wanted to create a special place. This place would show off all the cool things about Wisconsin to people from all over the world.
From World's Fair to Wisconsin
After the World's Fair ended, the pavilion was carefully taken apart. Its pieces were stored away in Boscobel, Wisconsin. Later, a company called Central Wisconsin Broadcasting Inc. bought the building. They moved it all the way to Neillsville and put it back together.
Home to Radio and More
Today, the Wisconsin Pavilion is a busy place. It's where the radio stations WCCN-FM and WCCN (AM) broadcast their shows. You can also find a gift shop and a specialty store inside. It's a fun spot for visitors and locals alike.
Right next to the pavilion, you'll see something really unique: 'Chatty Belle'. She is known as the world's largest talking cow! Like the pavilion, Chatty Belle was also a star at the 1964 World's Fair.
A Historic Landmark
The Wisconsin Pavilion is more than just a building; it's a piece of history. In 2010, it was added to the State Register of Historic Places. This means Wisconsin recognized its importance. Then, in 2012, it was also added to the National Register of Historic Places. This is a big honor, showing that the building is important to the history of the entire United States.
