Wisconsin's rich history, including sites like the old Marathon County Asylum and the ruins of Summerwind Mansion, along with its unique blend of folklore and urban legends, contribute to the state's reputation as a place with many spooky stories and potential hauntings.
The Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts, originally named the Mabel Tainter Memorial Building and also known as the Mabel Tainter Theater, is a historic landmark in Menomonie, Wisconsin, and is registered on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
In 1858, Kewaunee was a booming port town for lumber and commerce, with as many as 20 schooners and steamers arriving each day for both commercial enterprises and carrying passengers/settlers as well, making the need for a large hotel evident.