Madeline Island Historical Preservation Association
273 Colonel Woods Avenue, La Pointe, WI
Hours of operation:
Now through October 19 OPEN SATURDAYS 11-3 PM
HIGH SEASON: Memorial Day then June 22nd through Labor Day
Thursday - Saturdays
11 - 3 PM
Contact Madeline Island Chamber
715-747-2801
for more informtion
Covid-19 Madeline Island Historical Preservation Association
We regret to inform you that due to the Coronavirus, and our desire to offer the utmost protection for safety and health of our visitors and volunteers, the Madeline Island Historical Village is closed until further action by the MIHPA Board of Directors.
Meanwhile, stay safe and best of luck to you during these challenging times. We hope to reopen once the situation improves.
We are in the process of archiving all the family & community files that the members have collected & saved throughout the years. If you would like any information, please email us at
Events
Memorial Day/ Mural dedication
Monday, May 31
Join us for the Remembrance Walk to honor the veterans who served in the military immediately following the ceremony at the ferry dock. New veteran's pavers will be installed.
Fourth of July Barbecue
Again this year MIHPA is joining with the Island Association to put on a barbecue on July 4th. This event will take place at the picnic shelter next to the Harry R. Nelson Recreation Center. It is a fund-raiser for both the Island Association and MIHPA.
The event follows the ceremony that takes place on the green space in front of the Madeline Island Museum that follows the the parade.
Island Home Tour
Saturday, July 15, 2023
Due to the Covid-19 virus, the Home Tour originally scheduled for 2021 has been cancelled. Join us for the next MIHPA bi-annual island home tour in 2023.
The home tour features a number of historic and beautiful homes on the island. Participants drive their own vehicles to various island residences on a scheduled tour. The old and new structures provide the participant a glimpse into the unique histories and innovative construction of these island residences.
Codger Softball Game
Saturday, September 18th
Join us for the annual Codger Game. Watch the island women's softball team take on the island men over 50 team. Come for the fun, food and peanuts, popcorn and more! Cheer on your favorite
players. Held at the Rec Center
Ballfield.
The Annual Hunters' Feast
Saturday, November 20th
This fundraiser is sponsored by MIHPA and island hunting camps. The event includes a raffle, dinner and presentation of the Hunter of the Year trophy. Event is held at the Beach Club.
The 2019 house tour was a great success. A big thank you to the families that allowed us to feature their homes, our wonderful volunteers, and all of you who participated in the tour.
Following the tour many
joined us in the schoolhouse
at the Heritage Center
where Linda Mack, author of
Madeline Island Summer
Houses: An Intimate Journey,'
gave a talk on the history of
the island's summer retreats.
Memorial Day Celebration at the Veteran's Honor Garden, May 31st
Please join us immediately following the Memorial Day ceremony downtown, as we walk from the Town dock up
Colonel Woods Avenue to the
MIHPA Heritage Center. We will
gather around the
Veteran's Honor Garden for a flag
raising ceremony, songs by the
summer choir and the laying of the
new pavers in the Honor Garden .
Light refreshments will be served. Those who wish to order a garden paver with a veteran's name can sign up after the ceremony or visit the Book and Gifts page for order form.
All are welcome!
Join us July 15, 2023 for the next
Madeline Island Home Tour
The Annual Codgers Game
The 2019 event had a glorious day for a ball game. Congratulations to the Women'sTeam on their victory. Fun was had by all!
A special thank you to those who
volunteered their time and
talents to make this event happen
and the generous donations
from local businesses.
Sheri Milburn on keyboard
Marty Curry and
Bob Teisberg- announcers
Our grill masters!
BEACH CLUB and
Marie Noha of
Mission HILL COFFEE
Each year at the Hunters Feast the Hunter of the Year is announced and a plaque with their name is added to the Hunter of the Year Trophy
The Annual Hunters Feast
Join us at the picnic shelter for a good, old fashion Picnic BBQ
