Wade House Historic Site

Wade House Historic Site is a protected area comprising nine major buildings on about 240 acres, including a Greek Revival stagecoach inn, blacksmith shop, and sawmill along the Mullet River. The structures demonstrate how a travel station operated during the 1800s.

The main building was constructed between 1848 and 1849 by Sylvanus and Betsey Wade, serving as an inn for travelers moving between Fond du Lac and Sheboygan. The property became an important stop along a heavily traveled route.

The Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum displays around 100 historical carriages and vehicles, showing how people traveled 150 years ago. Visitors can observe the variety of transportation methods that existed during that period.

The visitor center offers a museum store, meeting spaces, restrooms, and informational displays for all guests. During winter months, snowshoe rentals are available when sufficient snow is present.

The Herrling Sawmill is one of Wisconsin's few remaining water-powered sawmills, featuring an operational vertical muley saw beside the Mullet River. The machinery is occasionally demonstrated to show visitors how timber was processed historically.

GPS coordinates: 43.77670,-88.08470

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:04