HISTORIC POINT BASSE INCORPORATED

NEKOOSA, WI

230719-O-A3612-2040 Approximately 30 educators from central and northern Wisconsin took part in a civic leader flight July 19, coordinated and hosted by Volk Field Air National Guard base. The day began with a briefing from Col. Matthew Eakins, Volk Field commander, before boarding two KC-135 Stratotankers from the Milwaukee-based 128th Air Refueling Wing to observe refueling missions for two F-35 Lightning fighter jets from the Madison, Wis.-based 115th Fighter Wing, as well as three F-16 fighter jets from the 148th Fighter Wing in Duluth, Minn. After the flight, educators were served lunch and heard from Brig. Gen. David May, Wisconsin’s deputy adjutant general for Air, and State Chief Master Sgt. Chad Workman, the Wisconsin Air National Guard’s senior enlisted leader. Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs photo by Kelly Bradley
230719-O-A3612-2040 Credit: WisGuard Pics

Historic Point Basse Incorporated is a non-profit organization located in Nekoosa, Wisconsin. The organization was established in 1995 to preserve and maintain the historical significance of Point Basse, a prominent site in the Wisconsin River Valley.

Point Basse was originally a trading post established by the French in the early 1700s. It became an important center of trade and commerce for the Native American tribes and the European settlers in the region. Today, the site includes several historic buildings, including a fur trader's cabin, a blacksmith shop, and a sawmill.

The organization's main goal is to promote the educational and cultural significance of Point Basse and its history. It offers various programs and events throughout the year, including guided tours, educational programs, and cultural festivals.

In addition, the organization operates a museum and research center that houses an extensive collection of artifacts and documents related to the history of Point Basse and the surrounding area. The center is open to the public and serves as a valuable resource for researchers, historians, and students.

Overall, Historic Point Basse Incorporated is an essential organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich history of Point Basse and the Wisconsin River Valley. Its efforts have helped to ensure that this important site is protected and accessible for future generations to come.

HISTORIC POINT BASSE INCORPORATED is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in NEKOOSA WI. US MID #8405500489

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).

230719-O-A3612-2040 Approximately 30 educators from central and northern Wisconsin took part in a civic leader flight July 19, coordinated and hosted by Volk Field Air National Guard base. The day began with a briefing from Col. Matthew Eakins, Volk Field commander, before boarding two KC-135 Stratotankers from the Milwaukee-based 128th Air Refueling Wing to observe refueling missions for two F-35 Lightning fighter jets from the Madison, Wis.-based 115th Fighter Wing, as well as three F-16 fighter jets from the 148th Fighter Wing in Duluth, Minn. After the flight, educators were served lunch and heard from Brig. Gen. David May, Wisconsin’s deputy adjutant general for Air, and State Chief Master Sgt. Chad Workman, the Wisconsin Air National Guard’s senior enlisted leader. Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs photo by Kelly Bradley
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Contact HISTORIC POINT BASSE INCORPORATED

HISTORIC POINT BASSE INCORPORATED
PO BOX 295
NEKOOSA
WI
54457-5445

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MID # 8405500489
Name HISTORIC POINT BASSE INCORPORATED
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 391527709
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 44.267564, -89.858
CODES FIPS State Code: 55
FIPS County Code: 141
US Census Tract: 011600
US Census Block: 4033