Neenah

Neenah sits along the shores of Lake Winnebago and the Fox River with manufacturing sites, homes, and business districts mixed throughout. The city spreads across a compact area with typical American streetscapes and 20th-century industrial buildings.

The region was first home to the Ho-Chunk people before becoming a mission settlement in 1835. Growth came through paper mills during the 1800s, leading to official incorporation in 1873.

The Bergstrom-Mahler Museum of Glass displays works from different eras and regions, showing how glass art developed across Europe and America. Visitors can see how different cultures created their own styles and techniques in glassmaking.

The streets are easy to navigate and walkable, especially downtown near the lake and museum. For longer distances, a car is helpful or local bus stops are available with regular service.

The city's name comes from a Ho-Chunk word meaning water, reflecting its tight connection to the lake and river. This location between two major waterways made it the natural spot for industrial growth.

Location: Winnebago County

Inception: 1873

Website: http://ci.neenah.wi.us

GPS coordinates: 44.17417,-88.46861

Latest update: December 17, 2025 08:36