Historic Holiday Home Tour of Wausau
Woodson History Center, WI, 54403
Sunday, December 14 2025
Step into the spirit of the season and explore some of Wausau’s most beautiful historic residences, elegantly decorated for the holidays. The Inaugural Historic Holiday Home Tour of Wausau, presented by the Marathon County Historical Society in partnership with Northstar Restoration Services and Northstar Builds, is your chance to experience the charm, craftsmanship, and stories behind some of Wausau’s treasured homes.
This self-guided, open-house-style tour begins at the Woodson History Center (410 Mcindoe St, Wausau, WI 54403) at 1:00 PM on December 14th, here you will be given the tour book, and a set of water-proof shoe coverings. Then, you are free to move at your own pace, visiting each home in any order you choose. At every stop, a docent will share the home’s history, architectural details, and unique holiday traditions. Be aware, the homes close at 4PM , and protective foot coverings are required to ensure care and respect for each residence.
Event Highlights
Join us for a one-of-a-kind afternoon celebrating heritage, architecture, and the holiday season in Wausau.
A special thank you to Northstar Restoration Services and Northstar Builds for partnering with the Marathon County Historical Society as our Home Care Sponsor, providing water-resistant footwear to help preserve the integrity of these historic homes.
This self-guided, open-house-style tour begins at the Woodson History Center (410 Mcindoe St, Wausau, WI 54403) at 1:00 PM on December 14th, here you will be given the tour book, and a set of water-proof shoe coverings. Then, you are free to move at your own pace, visiting each home in any order you choose. At every stop, a docent will share the home’s history, architectural details, and unique holiday traditions. Be aware, the homes close at 4PM , and protective foot coverings are required to ensure care and respect for each residence.
Event Highlights
- Tour some of Wausau’s most remarkable historic homes, each showcasing main-floor access only.
- 403 McIndoe, Yawkey House
- 1314 Grand Ave., Henry Miller House
- 521 Grant, Hiram C. Stewart House
- 903 Franklin, William LaSelle House
- 512 Franklin Street, William Devoe House
- 604 Franklin Street, Lucia and John Ross House
- 507 McIndoe Street, Merritt Atwater House
- Learn about the architecture and stories that make these homes community landmarks.
- Enjoy festive décor that captures the warmth and wonder of the holidays.
- Support local historic preservation, proceeds benefit the Marathon County Historical Society.
- Tickets $50 per person.
- Attendance is limited to 200 guests to ensure an intimate experience
- This event is self-guided; attendees are responsible for their own transportation between homes.
- Foot protection will be provided and is required in all homes.
- Each ticket purchaser must acknowledge a participation agreement confirming responsibility for respectful behavior and liability while visiting private residences.
Join us for a one-of-a-kind afternoon celebrating heritage, architecture, and the holiday season in Wausau.
A special thank you to Northstar Restoration Services and Northstar Builds for partnering with the Marathon County Historical Society as our Home Care Sponsor, providing water-resistant footwear to help preserve the integrity of these historic homes.
