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Historic Downtown Venue Hosts Spring Artisan Market Celebrating Central Wisconsin Makers - Cover Image
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Historic Downtown Venue Hosts Spring Artisan Market Celebrating Central Wisconsin Makers

MadeCentral Market returns Saturday, May 10 to The Annex at The Opera House in Stevens Point, WI

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April 25, 2025 · 2 min read
Wisconsin Handmade Market Connects Local Artisans with Community in Historic Space - Cover Image
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Wisconsin Handmade Market Connects Local Artisans with Community in Historic Space

As small business owners navigate the complexities of 2024, innovative solutions are emerging to help them thrive.

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August 1, 2024 · 3 min read
A Classy, not Trashy Wedding - Cover Image
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A Classy, not Trashy Wedding

Planning a wedding is demanding work, but it doesn’t need to be wasteful. Put “having a green wedding” at the top of your list during the planning process.

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June 12, 2024 · 1 min read
Navigating Historic Building Renovations to Meet Modern Standards - Cover Image
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Navigating Historic Building Renovations to Meet Modern Standards

In this article, we will explore the challenges inherent to the renovation of historic buildings and underscore the crucial role local municipalities play in supporting preservation efforts.

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November 15, 2023 · 3 min read
The Challenges & Realities of Renovating Historic Buildings - Cover Image
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The Challenges & Realities of Renovating Historic Buildings

Those undertaking the restoration of historic buildings often face unique challenges and realities.

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Erin Batzler
November 13, 2023 · 2 min read
Historic Church Materials Salvaged by Opera House - Cover Image
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Historic Church Materials Salvaged by Opera House

Materials from a 120-year-old church in Stevens Point will be salvaged and reused in the redevelopment of the Stevens Point Opera House.

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Erin Batzler
February 23, 2022 · 5 min read
The Opera House Complex Expands - Cover Image
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The Opera House Complex Expands

Historic Opera House redevelopment acquires an additional historic building, expanding the size of the complex by three times.

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Erin Batzler
October 9, 2021 · 3 min read
Opera House Brings Temporary Mural to Downtown Stevens Point - Cover Image
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Opera House Brings Temporary Mural to Downtown Stevens Point

With help from UWSP volunteers, the Opera House will turn a temporary construction wall into a piece of art by painting it with a colorful mural.

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Erin Batzler
June 25, 2021 · 2 min read
Removal of the FOX Marquee Public Statement - Cover Image
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Removal of the FOX Marquee Public Statement

The removal of the old Fox marquee from the facade of the historic theatre at 1124 Main St. in downtown Stevens Point will be complete by end of day, May 17, 2021.

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Erin Batzler
May 16, 2021 · 2 min read
Stevens Point Opera House: History & Significance - Cover Image
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Stevens Point Opera House: History & Significance

Take a trip to the past and explore the history of our Opera House including its local significance, its distinctive period architecture, and the story of its original founder.

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November 25, 2020 · 6 min read
Renovation Work Begins on Historic Downtown Theater - Cover Image
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Renovation Work Begins on Historic Downtown Theater

Stevens Point, WI - After several months of planning and completing approval processes, renovation work will soon begin on an iconic theater in the historic downtown.

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November 20, 2020 · 3 min read