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Discover a summer packed with the best can't-miss events, breweries, trails, and more fun while visiting the Stevens Point Area. Check out the best…

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How to PaddleQuest

Looking for an adventure? Check out PaddleQuest, a paddling-based adventure with games and scavenger hunts that provide new challenges around every…

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Best Patios for Outdoor Eats

What makes a great meal even better? Dining al fresco! Enjoy dining on and off the water with the best patios in the Stevens Point Area. Visit them…

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Kochanowski Blacksmith

Polish heritage runs thick in the Stevens Point Area. Creating timeless sculptures that represent the history of the area is the Kochanowski Blacksmith family. Displayed throughout the county you can view some of their work through the Point sculpture that welcomes visitors coming from the north or the Pointer sculpture on the University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point campus. 

The Stevens Point Area Local Makers Series aims to share the stories of local makers. Through behind the scene access and interviews, each story highlights the Stevens Point Area makers through their personal journey of inspiration, creativity, and community.

Expand Your Inspiration

  • View public art intertwined with nature at the Stevens Point Sculpture Park where art is on display year-round. 

  • Featuring curated galleries with a variety of local artists, spend some time exploring the Riverfront Arts Center on the water or the Gallery Q downtown. 

  • Scattered all around the county, find an abundance of vibrant murals including historical pieces and brand-new additions perfect for an insta-worthy backdrop or to just admire. 

  • Get to know other local artists through our Meet the Artist series. Learn about inspiration, their process, and even their favorite local spots. 

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Keep Exploring Local

With local makers scattered all around the county, get to know a few of them by drinking local or by heading straight to the source with a culinary farm experience. Then, join the fun! Send your photo, by including @stevenspointarea on Instagram, or by using #StevensPointArea for a chance to be featured.