CAMP FIVE MUSEUM

LAONA, WI

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Camp Five Museum is located in Laona, Wisconsin, and is a historical museum that showcases the history of the logging industry in the area. The museum is spread over 200 acres and has more than 31 buildings, including a sawmill, a blacksmith shop, a cookhouse, a logging camp, and a railroad depot.

The museum provides a glimpse into the life of the lumberjacks who worked in the area during the late 1800s and early 1900s. Visitors can experience the harsh living conditions and the dangerous work that these lumberjacks faced every day. The museum also showcases the various tools and equipment used in the logging industry, including saws, axes, and steam-powered machinery.

One of the main attractions at the museum is a 15-mile train ride that takes visitors through the forested areas of the museum's property. The train ride provides a scenic view of the forest and the various logging camps that were once operational in the area.

The museum also offers various educational programs and events throughout the year, including guided tours, demonstrations, and exhibits. Overall, Camp Five Museum is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the history of the logging industry in Wisconsin.

CAMP FIVE MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in LAONA WI. US MID #8405500134

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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CAMP FIVE MUSEUM
5105 E SILVER LAKE RD
LAONA
WI
54541

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CAMP FIVE MUSEUM Information

MID # 8405500134
Name CAMP FIVE MUSEUM
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Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Midwest
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LAT/LONG 45.563591, -88.671867
CODES FIPS State Code: 55
FIPS County Code: 041
US Census Tract: 950300
US Census Block: 1154