Chippewa Falls in Chippewa County, Wisconsin — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

Woolen Mill

Photographed by Connor Olson, November 25, 2023

1. Woolen Mill Marker

Inscription. From 1882 to 1962, the Chippewa Woolen Mill played an important role in the economy of Chippewa Falls. The mill was established for the purpose of supplying the men working in the lumber trade with warm, dependable clothing. During the 1920s, the mill employed about 100 people, making it the city's largest employer. Raw wool from local sheep farmers was treated and used to produce high-quality men's and women's clothing. In 1962, the mill closed its doors and equipment was sold to cover company debts. In the late 1980s, the city acquired and razed the mill buildings. The mill was located on the property now occupied by the Leinie Lodge.

Erected by Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1882.

Location. 44° 56.602′ N, 91° 23.754′ W. Marker is in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, in Chippewa County. It can be reached from East Elm Street near Jefferson Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 124 East Elm Street, Chippewa Falls WI 54729, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the American Midwest,

on the Great Lakes,

and in the Corn Belt.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture

and also the Northwest Territory.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Biergarten (here, next to this marker); Pig Alley (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Stables (about 400 feet

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away); Big Eddy Springs (about 400 feet away); Jacob’s Family (about 400 feet away); Bottle House (about 400 feet away); Malt House (about 400 feet away); Brew House (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Chippewa Falls.

Woolen Mill Marker on the left image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Connor Olson, November 25, 2023

2. Woolen Mill Marker on the left

Credits. This page was last revised on December 24, 2023. It was originally submitted on December 16, 2023, by Connor Olson of Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. This page has been viewed 418 times since then and 61 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 16, 2023, by Connor Olson of Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.