# Event Details

- **Event Name**: History Speaks: Looking Back at the US Bicentennial in Marathon County
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 28 Feb, 2026 at 02:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Looking Back at the US Bicentennial in Marathon County
February 28, 2026

In 1976, people across the United States came together in celebration of the 200th Anniversary of the American Revolution. Here in Marathon County, Wisconsin, the Bicentennial became a remarkable community event that included the usual parades and fireworks we often see at the 4th of July, but also novel and new programs from burying time capsules, ’76-themed theatrical productions, special foot races, and even a few beard contests. And looking back 50 years at the event as we are now, it is perhaps most remarkable to see an unprecedented amount of public interest in local history.
 
On Saturday, February 28th at 2:00pm for the first in our History Speaks lecture series for 2026. Historian Ben Clark will take a look back at the Bicentennial celebrations in Marathon County in this, our nation’s Semiquincentennial (250th).
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wausau/history-speaks-looking-back-at-the-us-bicentennial-in-marathon-county/200029675889358
- **Event Categories**: sports, marathons, fireworks, parades, contests
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 46

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Wausau
- **state**: WI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 410 McIndoe St, Wausau, WI, United States, Wisconsin 54403
- **lat**: 44.96431
- **long**: -89.62563
- **full address**: 410 McIndoe St, Wausau, WI, United States, Wisconsin 54403

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is History Speaks: Looking Back at the US Bicentennial in Marathon County being held?
  - **A:** History Speaks: Looking Back at the US Bicentennial in Marathon County takes place on Sat, 28 Feb, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sat, 28 Feb, 2026 at 02:00 pm at 410 McIndoe St, Wausau, WI, United States, Wisconsin 54403.
- **Q**: Who is organizing History Speaks: Looking Back at the US Bicentennial in Marathon County?
  - **A:** History Speaks: Looking Back at the US Bicentennial in Marathon County is organized by Marathon County Historical Society.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** History Speaks: Looking Back at the US Bicentennial in Marathon County is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Wausau, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If History Speaks: Looking Back at the US Bicentennial in Marathon County sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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