Wisconsin Concrete Park

08/28/2026

A little piece of history, looking just like he should. 🪵👓

The vintage Paul Bunyan statue — then and now. This week, he got his glasses back, carefully preserved to keep that classic look we all remember. THANK YOU to Northern Sight Vision Clinic for the generous donation of the frames and to our preservationist, Ben, for climbing so high to fit and install them!

Some things are worth preserving exactly as they were. ❤️

08/24/2026

Our next art workshop will be on Thursday, September 17th. Space is limited, reserve your spot today! See flyer for all the details

08/24/2026

08/19/2026

Before and after of Fred’s front entrance plaque- it looks good as new!

08/17/2026

A busy day around here! 🛠️ Lots of projects underway, ideas coming together, and plenty of progress being made. ✨

08/13/2026

We have a few more ceramics available in the gift shop! 4 women, 1 man, and a one-of-a-kind Iwo Jima monument. Stop by this weekend to pick one up! Gift shop hours: Thurs-Sun 10 am-4 pm *cash or check only*

08/13/2026

We had a full house for our Members’ Appreciation dinner tonight! Delicious food from Phillips Cafe, cold drinks, and great conversation made for a fantastic evening!

08/10/2026

🎉 Looking for a unique place to host your next private party? 🎉
The Rock Garden Tavern is available to rent for your own private gathering! Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, family get-together, holiday party, or just looking for a fun space to gather with friends, the Tavern offers a one-of-a-kind setting right at the Wisconsin Concrete Park.
🍻 Make the space your own
🎈 Perfect for private celebrations and gatherings
🎨 Conveniently located at the Wisconsin Concrete Park
✨ A fun and unique atmosphere your guests will remember!
The Friends of Fred Smith also open the Rock Garden Tavern during select Concrete Park events and art workshops, so be sure to watch for upcoming dates!
📩 Interested in renting the Tavern for your next event? Send us a message for availability and rental information!
Come celebrate, create, and gather at the Rock Garden Tavern! 🍻🎨

07/30/2026

The first batch of very limited ceramic statues is now for sale at the Countryside Artists Gallery & Gift Shop!

🕙 Gallery Hours: Thursday–Sunday, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM

Prices:
• Man or Woman Statue – $30
• Head Magnet – $7
• Native American Statue – $40

Please note:
✔ Cash or check only
✔ No shipping
✔ No holds

These are available in very limited quantities, so stop by the gallery during open hours if you'd like to purchase one!

07/29/2026

While Ben poured the new concrete bases, our Friends of Fred Smith volunteers were hard at work tackling a variety of projects! Today's crew reattached glass, sprayed weeds, applied rust inhibitor to metal parts, crafted new elk ears, and treated moss with D2.

It's amazing how much can be accomplished when volunteers come together!

If you're local and would like to lend a hand, we'd love to have you join us. We meet every Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. (weather permitting). Come out, meet great people, and help preserve this special place!