Chippewa County Historical Society

Our Purpose:

Collection, preservation and maintenance of Chippewa County historical materials for public accessibility.

Our History:

Started in 1969, the Chippewa County Historical Society is now located in the original convent of Notre Dame Church. The convent was built in 1881. The four stories building had 49 rooms and 5 bathrooms. When the Chippewa County Historical Society took possession of the building in 1990, the Sisters had been gone for 2 years. The building required a lot of repair. While the Society is using the building rent-free they are responsible for the continued repairs and modifications. Within six years of acquiring the building, 17 rooms have been set up and are dedicated to the display of historical artifacts from Chippewa Falls and Chippewa County. The Chippewa County Genealogical Society has offices, record storage and a library on the second floor of the convent.