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2008 EVENTS Elegant Dinner Raffle Winners of the Elegant Dinner Raffle are: Leslie Szulgit--the dinner; Angie Stelzig--group tour of the Mansion; Peg Nehring--floral arrangement The Annual Patron Drive begins in November 2008. Please be generous in supporting the Mansion. Patron membership is $50 or more for an individual and $100 or more for a business. Call 723-7181 or email to be put on our membership mailing list, or mail your tax-deductible contribution to the Cook-Rutledge Mansion. Heads up when you drive by.... for the re-roofing of the carriage house behind the Mansion. In keeping with the historic nature of the property, red cedar shingles are being used. Please consider designating a special donation to help us pay for this needed repair. Christmas Open House The Christmas Open House will be held on Sunday, December 7, 2008 from 1-5 pm. Tour the Mansion decorated for the season. Cost is $6 for adults and $3 for 12 and under. Includes dessert, coffee, tea and hot cider and entertainment by holiday musicians. Call (715) 723-7181 or email us for more information about these events.

Experience the Grand Life-Style of the Lumber Era with a Guided Tour of the Mansion

This 1887 restored and furnished lumber baron's home is truly unique. The Cook-Rutledge Mansion is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is one of the finest remaining examples of High Victorian Italianate architecture in Wisconsin.

Tours

Visitors to the stately, red brick home will be awed by 19th century extravagance: hand-carved woodwork, priceless crystal chandeliers, ceiling and wall artistry, silver doorknobs, beautiful stained-glass windows and five unique fireplaces.

Mansion Rentals

Consider reserving the Cook-Rutledge Mansion for your next indoor or outdoor event.

The Mansion provides an elegant setting for:

• Weddings
• Luncheons
• Corporate Meetings
• Social Meetings
• Indoor / Outdoor Photography Sessions (Engagements, Weddings, etc.)
• Other Events Seating up to 60 People

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History

The original house, built in 1873 by Wisconsin Lt. Governor James Bingham, underwent extensive remodeling after being purchased by lumber baron Edward Rutledge in 1887 and exemplifies elegance both in structure and in furnishings.  When the renovations were completed, the Mansion was one of the most beautiful and elegant homes in Northern Wisconsin.

After Rutledge's death, Judge Dayton Cook bought the home. In 1973, his daughter Mabel sold it to the Chippewa Falls Historical Society and the Cook-Rutledge Mansion Trust was formed.  In 2006, this Trust gave way to the present Cook-Rutledge Mansion, Inc., a non-profit organization.

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Supporting the Cook-Rutledge Mansion
Become a Patron, Friend or Docent of the Mansion

The Mansion receives no public or government funding support. Our Patrons, Friends and Docents provide essential resources allowing us to preserve this historical and educational landmark for generations to come.

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Information & Reservations

For additional information about the Cook-Rutledge Mansion or to inquire about reserving the Mansion for your event, please call (715) 723-7181