copper culture park

This burial site is over 7,500 years old. Located right on the edge of town it is a quiet and moving experience to envision what the area was like for the inhabitants so very long ago. There is a stone grave marker designating where a major burial ground was uncovered some years ago. Very nice hiking trail also.

Went there on our motorcycles for a break. We were the only ones there for most of the time. It is very peaceful and well maintained.

We arrived at opening time of 11am and the museum was closed up tight. About 11:15 the docent arrived to open it and set off the alarm which brought an officer. An exciting beginning to our visit.It is a small museum which offers insight into the discoveries of early native peoples who used copper implements. The exhibits are not very polished, but they are interesting to someone who knows little about this 2500BC culture and the burrial ground located at this park. The docent was very nice and knowledgeable. It ended up being a good visit.

I took the kids here to check it out. It was basically a parking lot, a field with a sign in it, and a pavillion. Not much, or anything, to do here. The kids were confused as to why I brought them to this place.

We live in the area and love taking our dog on walks to Copper Culture Park. We see a variety of wildlife every time we venture to the park, which intrigues our kids, as well as our canine family member! The museum, while small and cozy, provides some fascinating artifacts and insight into the Copper Culture people, as well as some additional historical facts about the Oconto area. The pavilion provides a great spot for a picnic lunch, with picnic tables, grills, bathrooms (flushing toilets, running water) and a water fountain. For those that want to venture in a bit more, there is a rustic path that winds along the Oconto River that provides additional intrigue as well as adds to the "nature walk" adventure. You'll want to bring your bug spray for this though!! Oconto is lucky to have Copper Culture Park - for both the history and the leisure!