Log Museum

A small log cabin with a red metal roof houses the Richwood Area Museum, surrounded by grass and trees under a clear sky.- Birchwood Historical Society

Log Museum-Present

Located on Elm Avenue next to Birchwood Village Hall, the Log Museum was established in 1992. It preserves artifacts and stories from the logging industry that helped build Birchwood and the surrounding area.

Museum Hours

Memorial Day thru Labor Day

First and Third Saturdays

11:00am – 4:00pm

Bluegill Festival Sundays

11:00am -1:00pm

(Third weekend in July)

By Appointment

Call 715-520-0389

or 715-563-8601

What You’ll See

Logging History

Tools and equipment used in the logging industry that was vital to our area.

Early Settlers

Artifacts and stories from the families who settled and built the community.

Daily Life

Household items, furniture, and personal belongings from the past.

Photos & Stories

Historic photographs and records that bring our local history to life.

  • Three people work together assembling a wooden log structure outdoors on a snowy day, with trees and buildings visible in the background.- Birchwood Historical Society
  • Partially constructed log cabin with unfinished walls stands on bare ground; leafless trees and a white building are in the background.- Birchwood Historical Society

The foundation was laid August 6, 1992, and it was completed in 1994. On May 27, 1995, an Open House and Ice Cream Social was held.

From the logging industry that helped shape our region to the day-to-day lives of early settlers, the Log Museum preserves the stories of hard work, ingenuity, and community spirit.

The Log Museum is maintained by a dedicated team of volunteers and local historians who are passionate about preserving the heritage of Birchwood and sharing it with future generations.

DID YOU KNOW?

  • Many of the logs used in early buildings were floated down area lakes and rivers before being hauled into town