Riverside Site

Riverside Site is an archaeological location in Menominee County that preserves the remains of past human settlements across its grounds. The site contains scattered artifacts and structural features that document how people lived in this area over time.

The site earned its place on the National Register of Historic Places because its findings document early patterns of human settlement. The recorded artifacts and structures show how communities used and occupied this location across different periods.

The artifacts found here reveal how people organized their daily lives and communities in this region. Objects on display show the kinds of work and social patterns that shaped life in the area.

You can learn about the site through documentation and materials provided by the National Park Service and Wisconsin's State Historic Preservation Office. These resources offer detailed information about the archaeological findings and what they reveal about past inhabitants.

The location in relation to waterways and natural resources helps researchers understand how past communities chose where to settle. This geographical relationship shows how people adapted their settlements to take advantage of their surroundings.