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The New London Heritage Historical Society was founded in 1977, by a group of area citizens concerned by the demolition of several local historical sites. Among the group were Leona Mech, Patricia McCoy, Carol Culver, Eleanor Cooney, and Jean Trauger.
Following the treaty which made the land available for purchase, New London was established by European-American settlers in 1852 and was named after New London, Connecticut by Reeder Smith, a founder whose father was from there. Reeder Smith built the plank road between Appleton and Stevens Point. [11]
Origin of New London, Wisconsin. Named for New London, Conn. This was done because that city was the birthplace of the father of Mr. Reeder Smith, an early settler in the area.
Discover the rich history of New London, Wisconsin, USA through captivating postcards and stories, unraveling your ancestry in this charming town. Travel back in time with us!
This two-volume work on Waupaca County, Wisconsin, provides a history of the county and the cities and villages of Waupaca, New London, Clintonville, Weyauwega, Iola, Manawa, Marion, Scandinavia, Freemont, Embarrass, Mukwa, Northport, Ogdensburg, and the towns of the county.
Unofficially, the city of New London was known by many names. Some of the early names used were Johnson's Trading Post or Landing, The Mouth of the Embarrass and Taft's Landing. By 1854, the residents of the community realized they needed an official name.
Welcome to New London's Historical Village! Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of town, a visit to the village is a visit to another era. With six buildings to tour, you will find a snapshot of days gone by within the walls.
Search the Wisconsin Historical Society's vast family history collections, which are among the top five for genealogy research in the U.S.
William H. Hatten Recreation Park was created in 1935 on the western side of New London. The site was donated to the city by local resident Chester Allen. It covers 120 acres of woods, wetlands, and a nature preserve connected by meandering trails.
Tour the Heritage Village – Step back in history as you tour six historic buildings that were moved to the village for preservation. Browse through an octagon-shaped house, a one-room school, a little white chapel, log cabin, train depot and garage.