The Viroqua Welcome Center is Closer to Becoming a Reality!
We continue to seek donations and pledges to strengthen the budget.
“Vibrant downtowns are one of the keys to thriving communities. WEDC is pleased to support the Viroqua Welcome Center project as an innovative way to attract both visitors and residents to the heart of Viroqua.” - Missy Hughes, secretary and CEO of WEDC.
WEDC Allocated to the Viroqua Welcome Center
the Community Development Investment Grant
A WIN - WIN - WIN for Viroqua
A WIN For Our Past
Showcases Viroqua’s rich history.
Preserves a historic building built in 1936 by out-of-work people hired by
the Works Progress Administration during the Great Depression.Honors the memories of those who enjoyed it.
A WIN for Our Present
Fills needs we have today:
Downtown Public Restrooms for our many tourists and locals who attend the Farmers Market & many other downtown events
Community and Visitor Information Center
Community Meeting Space for individuals, businesses and local groups
Trailhead for Vernon County’s many recreational trails
A WIN For Our Future
Built to Last
This building will last decades, if not centuries.
It will be a gift to our descendants.
Listen up.
The lovely Kevin Mattson wrote and recorded Rock The Driftless (The Bathhouse) song. It’s worth a listen.
Why Renovate:
Enhances Economic Development
Unique Historic Structures Attract Tourists
Provides a Sense of Place and a Visual Reminder of Our Past
Improvement of existing structures is the most sustainable means of construction.
A century-old building will likely outlast a new one that has been built with brand-new materials.
Saves a historically significant structure.