The Wade House: Stepping Back In Time

Back in 1844, Wisconsin was primarily forest. There were sprawling oaks covering the earth and Betsy Wade had just moved into the Wade House. She described the forest as so dense that she could fit all the visible stars into her apron. Betsy and her family had moved to Greenbush because of its proximity to Sheboygan and Fond Du Lac. It was located on a stagecoach trail and for this reason, Greenbush soon became a booming small town for people passing through.

By 1884, Greenbush had become a popular stop for people passing through the newly-founded state of Wisconsin. The Wade's Halfway House, as it became known, was a great spot for weary travelers to rest up for the night. In 1850, the Wade House made the full transition to the Wade House Stagecoach Hotel. Ten years later, the railroad ran right through Greenbush, bringing with it a plethora of hotel patrons. The Wade family was able to offer quality lodging in this small town and word soon spread that only the best of the best stay at the Wade.

Today, visitors can revisit those old times by making the trek out to the Wade House. Performers reenact and educate visitors on what life was like back in the 1800s. The Wade House has become a popular destination for weddings and private parties and they host several banquets and dinners throughout the year.

So if you feel like taking a step into yesteryear, grab your boots and hitch a ride on a stagecoach (or car) and venture on down to the Wade House!

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