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 The City of
Independence was established
in 1876. It is situated on the confluence of Elk Creek and the
Trempealeau River, a tributary to the mighty Mississippi River.
A restored 1902 City Hall and
Opera House and the beautiful architecture of the famous Saint Peter
and Paul Catholic Church built in 1895 are highlights.
Four Season Park has
picnic shelters, children's play area, softball
field, volleyball, tennis and basketball courts.
City Hall Park located next to Bugle Lake is an
excellent place to relax and offers picnic and
children's play areas.
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The City lies on a plain
which is surrounded by lush
wooded hills and valleys
with roads which invite you
to explore the beauty of the
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For nearly a hundred years, the
clock tower standing proudly at the top of the Independence City
Hall has kept its faithful vigil. But, the tower and the
building are more than just a structure from the past. Since
1903, when the unique building was completed, it has been a proud
landmark for the small city of Independence. The Wisconsin
State Historical Society has called it "The most visible
outstanding government building in Trempealeau
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In 1997, the City and The Friends
of City Hall, with pride and determination, made a commitment to
restore this historical landmark and coax it back to its once
genteel days.
Volunteers have raised tens of
thousands of dollars and donated countless hours to help restore
the historic landmark. New stage curtains and
brocade-covered theatre seats add a touch of elegance and once
again the golden maple floors shine. Family events and community events
can be held at the Historic Opera House, where you will find a
delightful combination of yesterday and today. Handicapped
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 Like
all small towns in America, many young men and women of Independence
have served gallantly in the armed forces, helping to keep America
strong and free. At the Veteran's Memorial Museum located at
Independence High School, hundreds of stories of these servicemen
and women have been preserved. Established through volunteer
efforts in 2000, the Veteran's Memorial Museum consists of display
cases of artifacts dating from the Civil War as well as an entire
hallway -" the Hallway of Heroes" containing photographs and
biographies, all directly related to the veterans of the
Independence area. |
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Get
away and attend Independence Days, which is a
celebration held the second weekend of June.
Or, enjoy the annual ice fishing contest on the
second Sunday of February on Bugle Lake in the heart
of Independence.
For more information,
contact the City Clerk at (715) 985-3055. |
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