Upcoming Events
Blacksmith Day
October 10, 2026 ~ 9am-4pm
Richfield Historical Park
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Enjoy a day in the Park and watch the age-old skill of blacksmithing. Many blacksmiths will be there to show you how this art is done. Take part in the activities and grab a bite to eat.....Read More
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"One Room Schools"
October 22, 2026 ~7pm
Richfield Fire Hall ~ 2008 Hwy 175
Have you ever wondered what it was like to attend a one-room school, to be in the same classroom as your older brother or younger sister, or to have your teacher live with your family for part of the school year?
In One Room Schools, well-known author, Susan Apps-Bodilly, chronicles life in Wisconsin’s early country schools, detailing the experiences of the students, the role of the teacher, and examples of the curriculum....Read More
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Coming Soon
November 7: Luminary Walk
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Learn about the Richfield Historical Park & Events Held (Video)
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RHS in Action
Thresheree & Harvest Festival
Sept. 19 & 20, 2026
The rain couldn't keep people away from the Richfield Historical Park to learn about life as it was long ago during the 27th Thresheree & Harvest Festival. Threshing and corn shelling entertained many as others wandered through the historic buildings. Kids had a lot of fun activities.....Read More
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The RHS Float Won 3rd Place in the Richfield Days Parade
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Wisconsin Alice in Dairyland Visits the Richfield Historical Park
On Saturday, August 22, we were thrilled to welcome Anastasia Poull, 79th Alice in Dairyland, to the Richfield Historical park and give her a special behind-the scenes tour of the Messer/Mayer Mill.
Sharing the stories, craftsmanship and deep agricultural roots of our community is always an honor — and we’re grateful she took the time to stop in and shine a light on Richfield’s history.
Thank you for visiting, Anastasia — and thank you to everyone who helped make this weekend one to remember.
Click Here to View a Video of the Visit
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Art at the Mill -- June 20, 2026
A Perfect Day and Record Crowd
The 18th annual Art at the Mill drew a large crowd of visitors who enjoyed browsing among the 90+ exhibitors' booths, visiting the historic buildings, having a bite to eat, bidding in the Silent Auction tent and enjoying the perfect weather and lovely Richfield Historical Park.....Read More
Click Here to View an Art at the Mill video
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Inside the Messer/Mayer Mill and More
Click on the photo to see a very interesting video about the Messer/Mayer Mill (you will even see the 3rd floor!)
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Past Features of RHS in Action
