Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center

Visit... Learn... Return!

Open Daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.7 Days a Week!

Learning

Planning Your Visit
We're open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. We're located 2 mi west of Ashland, WI at the intersection of US Hwy 2 & County Hwy G

Our Center exhibits and programs are free and open to the public. Costs are required for on-the-water kayak EdVenture Programs.

Self-Touring
If you plan to self-tour your school group and would like to have self-guided activity ideas, please contact us at 715-685-9983, or to e-mail click here

Youth Groups
Girl Scout Badge Days and Boy Scout Stewardship Programs! If you are interested in scheduling a visit with your scout or youth group or have special program needs, for reservations or information please contact us at 715-685-9983 or to e-mail click here.

Snowshoes
Looking for a fun winter activity? Try snowshoeing on the Center trail systems! For more information, availability and reservations, please contact us at 715-685-9983 or to e-mail click here.

Research Center and Archives
The Wisconsin Historical Society operates a Research Center and Archives at the Center. For more information on genealogy programs, please contact the History Center at 715-685-2647 or e-mail click here.

Hosted Exhibits
The Center hosts a variety of temporary exhibits throughout the year - which are integrated into school program offerings. Please stop in and see what's new on display.