{"id":13363,"date":"2025-05-14T15:22:56","date_gmt":"2025-05-14T20:22:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/visitmarshfield.com\/?p=13363"},"modified":"2025-05-15T09:23:00","modified_gmt":"2025-05-15T14:23:00","slug":"summer-attractions-you-shouldnt-miss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/visitmarshfield.com\/article\/article\/summer-attractions-you-shouldnt-miss\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer attractions you shouldn\u2019t miss"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Art galleries, outdoor recreation, family fun, and more: Whatever you\u2019re looking for on your next getaway to central Wisconsin, you\u2019ll find it in Marshfield. Here\u2019s a look at some of the best attractions in Marathon County and Wood County that you should put on your must-see list this summer.<\/p>\n<h3>Family Fun<\/h3>\n<p>Looking for something the whole family can enjoy on your next trip to Marshfield? Bring the kids to <strong>Wildwood Park &amp; Zoo<\/strong>, which is home to twin Kodiak bears Boda and Munsey, as well as cougars, bison, wolves, turtles, snakes, lizards, and more. Plus, the zoo is home to great walking trails if you want to take a stroll. <strong>Wenzel Family Plaza<\/strong> in downtown Marshfield has a splash pad where you can cool down on those hot summer days and hosts fun events and live music throughout the summer. You can also cool off inside and have some fun at local businesses like <strong>Melody Gardens Restaurant &amp; Skateland<\/strong>, <strong>Board &amp; Brush Marshfield<\/strong>, and <strong>Escape Room Marshfield<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3>History &amp; Architecture<\/h3>\n<p>Take a trip through the past as you explore Marshfield\u2019s museums and historical attractions. <strong>Upham Mansion<\/strong> (formally known as the Governor William H. Upham House), was the home of Wisconsin\u2019s third governor and an important figure in the establishment of Marshfield, and the <strong>Roddis House<\/strong> on 4th Street (now a private residence) was the city\u2019s first Dutch Colonial Revival-style home. Another unique historical attraction is the<strong> World\u2019s Largest Round Barn<\/strong> at the Central Wisconsin State Fairgrounds. Visitors can also learn more about the city\u2019s history at the Marshfield Heritage Museum and see historical military items at the <strong>War Room Museum<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3>Outdoor Recreation<\/h3>\n<p>Get out and play in Marshfield this summer! Take a dip at <strong>Vandehey Waters Outdoor Aquatic Center<\/strong>, which boasts multiple waterslides, diving boards, a current channel, and more. Hit the tees at <strong>RiverEdge Golf Course<\/strong> or walk the trails at <strong>Wildwood Park<\/strong>. Take a short drive to find walking paths and beautiful floral gardens at the <strong>Rudolph Grotto Gardens and Wonder Cave<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3>Arts &amp; Theater<\/h3>\n<p>Arts aficionados will find charming galleries, unique folk art, live music venues, and more throughout Marshfield. Free art galleries like <strong>Gallery 450<\/strong> on the campus of UW-Stevens Point at Marshfield and the <strong>New Visions Gallery<\/strong> at the Marshfield Clinic Health System are home to engaging exhibits by local, regional, and international artists. <strong>Jurustic Park<\/strong> and the <strong>Downtown Jurustic Trail<\/strong> feature playful metal sculptures by local artist Clyde Wynia, and the <strong>Chestnut Center for the Arts<\/strong> in downtown Marshfield and the <strong>LuCille Tack Center for the Arts<\/strong> (in nearby Spencer) are important venues for visual and performing arts.<\/p>\n<p>Find more Marshfield attractions <a href=\"https:\/\/visitmarshfield.com\/attractions\/\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Art galleries, outdoor recreation, family fun, and more: Whatever you\u2019re looking for on your next getaway to central Wisconsin, you\u2019ll find it in Marshfield. 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