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Above, the donor wall has dog tags to recognize all those who have donated to support the building project at The Highground. Top right, the new museum space has special lighting and humidity/temperature controls to protect the exhibits. Currently on display is “Back in the World,” featuring veteran art. The museum is open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. To right, the theater room can be set up for guest speakers, movie showings, or other community events.
Highground,
Above, the donor wall has dog tags to recognize all those who have donated to support the building project at The Highground. Top right, the new museum space has special lighting and humidity/temperature controls to protect the exhibits. Currently on display is “Back in the World,” featuring veteran art. The museum is open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. To right, the theater room can be set up for guest speakers, movie showings, or other community events.

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Community quilt Anyone in central Wisconsin is invited to make a 14-inch quilt block showcasing their family history and traditions. There will be a workshop on April 6 at 1 p.m. for people to work on their quilt blocks, which will be combined to form an “Our Heritage” quilt featuring artwork from families throughout the area. RSVPs are requested by March 31, so event organizers have time to prepare the workshop supplies. Those who are interested in attending the workshop are encouraged to email Theresa soon at museum@ thehighground.org or calling 715-743-- 4224.

Spring Into the Arts The Highground will be a site on the Clark County “Spring Into the Arts” tour April 25-26, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, with work from veteran artists as well as local artists on display, including beaded and brass jewelry, carved wood items and historic weaponry reproductions, candles, and bird baths and other outdoor pieces. Tours of the park will take place at noon each day.

Grand opening There will be a grand opening for the Welcome Center on May 2 at 4 p.m. The public is invited to come and view the new facility. The ceremony will feature a ribbon cutting and presentation highlighting the history and future vision of The Highground, after which guests will have the opportunity to explore the new space.

Donations The Highground is continuing to seek donations to finish the work on the Welcome Center and ensure strong financial footing for years to come, as the park seeks to offer more programs and resources for veterans.The total project cost is $4.2 million. Of that, $2.4 million is for the building itself. As of January, $1.9 million had been raised.

For donations of $1,000 or more, a dog tag will be added to the donor wall in the entryway of the facility. The wall recognizes donations made at varying levels, including “Fireteam” for a donation of $1,000 or more; “Squad” for $5,000 or more; “Platoon” for $10,000 or more; “Company” for $25,000 or more; “Battalion” for $50,000 or more; “Regiment” for $100,000 or more; “Division” for $250,000 or more; and “Fleet” for $500,000 or more.

Donations of any amount are appreciated. People can make a donation by visiting the park during the museum’s open hours, or mailing a check to The Highground, W7031 Ridge Road, Neillsville, WI 54456 and writing “building campaign” in the memo line.

More about The Highground The Highground currently has six staff members. It has a mission to “honor, educate, and heal” veterans, their families, and all who visit. Specifically, they aim to honor veterans for their service through the many outdoor tributes and stone ceremonies; educate the public about the sacrifices made through the museum, tributes, and programs; and help veterans along their healing journey, whether that’s facilitating opportunities for veterans to connect with other veterans, providing counseling and other resources, or offering a tranquil outdoor space for reflection.

VALORIE BRECHT/STAFF PHOTOS

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