FORTS FOLLE AVOINE HISTORICAL PARK

DANBURY, WI

Lily (taken by Barb) Walker's Lodge, 2021
Lily (taken by Barb) Credit: adamthelibrarian

Fort Folle Avoine Historical Park is a historical park located in Danbury, Wisconsin. It is a reconstructed fur trading post that dates back to the 18th century. The park is situated on the banks of the Yellow River and covers an area of 80 acres. The park is named after the French term "Folle Avoine," which means "wild oats," and refers to the location where the Native American tribes gathered to harvest wild rice.

The park features a visitor center that provides information about the history and culture of the fur trading era. The center also includes a gift shop where visitors can purchase souvenirs and books about the park's history. The park includes a replica of the original trading post, which features exhibits and artifacts that illustrate the life of the traders and the Native American tribes who lived in the area.

The park also has a restored blacksmith shop, the original post office, and a schoolhouse. There are several hiking trails that offer visitors the opportunity to explore the park's natural beauty and observe wildlife. The park hosts several events throughout the year, including reenactments of fur trading activities, outdoor concerts, and festivals celebrating Native American culture.

Overall, Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park is a unique and educational experience that offers visitors a glimpse into Wisconsin's rich history and cultural heritage.

FORTS FOLLE AVOINE HISTORICAL PARK is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in DANBURY WI. US MID #8405500234

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 163,690 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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Contact FORTS FOLLE AVOINE HISTORICAL PARK

BURNETT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
8500 COUNTY ROAD U
DANBURY
WI
54830

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FORTS FOLLE AVOINE HISTORICAL PARK Information

MID # 8405500234
Name BURNETT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
Alternate Name FORTS FOLLE AVOINE HISTORICAL PARK
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 237370783
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 193,891
REVENUE 163,690
LAT/LONG 45.938098, -92.424377
CODES FIPS State Code: 55
FIPS County Code: 013
US Census Tract: 970700
US Census Block: 1067