Nov 4, 2025 | Featured News, HomePageNews, News, PressRoom, Veterans Program, Veterans Programs and Resources, Veterans Reads
Larry Kizewski & Charlotte Hense are once again showing their steadfast support for The Highground’s Vets & Guitars program. On October 15, Larry and Charlotte arrived at the park to visit with Executive Director Chris Pettis and Vets & Guitars...
Oct 21, 2025 | Events, Featured News, HomePageNews, News, PressRoom, Veterans Reads, Veterans Resources
In recognition of Veterans Day on November 11, 2025, The Highground will open its doors for an open house from 10am-4pm. Whether you served or simply wish to honor those who did, guests are invited to explore the Museum’s featured exhibit “WWII Bomb Crews and Atomic...
Oct 15, 2025 | Featured News, HomePageNews, News, PressRoom
On October 11, 2025, more than 40 UTV riders with the Eau Pleine River Rats ATV/UTV Club rolled into The Highground Veterans Memorial Park, dusty from the trail but brimming with pride. Representing their club, the group arrived to present a substantial donation...
Oct 15, 2025 | Featured News, News, PressRoom, Veterans Programs and Resources, Veterans Retreat
Experience The Highground’s three-day retreat or a day of ice fishing Veterans show off their catches ice fishing during the 2025 retreat Shake the winter blues and discover a new appreciation for winter in the company of fellow veterans at The Highground’s...
Oct 14, 2025 | Events, Featured News, HomePageNews, News, PressRoom, Volunteers
Supporters snag some treats during The Highground’s Fall Bake Sale. On October 4, The Highground and its sweet volunteer bakers came together to host its annual Fall Bake Sale. Sharing the day with Legacy Stone placements, many guests took advantage of the...
Oct 8, 2025 | Events, Featured News, HomePageNews, News, PressRoom
Ward Zischke and David Harris give a presentation on the Korean War during this year’s Education Days Students from 17 schools and homeschool students attended Education Days at The Highground Veterans Memorial Park Sept. 30-Oct. 3. This memorable event focused...
Oct 1, 2025 | Events, Featured News, News, PressRoom, Veterans Programs and Resources, Veterans Resources
On October 29, 2025, The Highground invites individuals and families to a thrilling, community-focused Halloween celebration that promises festive fun for all ages and a chance to make a life-saving impact. From noon to 5pm, consider giving the ultimate...
Sep 12, 2025 | Featured News, News, Newsletter, Veterans Reads
In This Edition: The Vietnam Veterans Reunion Hosts Over 250 Veterans Vietnam Veterans Reunion Sponsor Check Presentation 2026 Stone Ceremony Dates are Now Open Memorials and Honorariums Veterans Crisis Line Event Highlights Our Heritage Community Art Project Fall...
Sep 3, 2025 | Events, Featured News, HomePageNews, Museum, News, PressRoom, Reunion/Education Nights, Veterans Programs and Resources, Veterans Reads
Honoring, remembering and respecting those who served in the Vietnam War was the founding mission of The Highground, located just west of Neillsville, WI. Forty-one years ago, to enhance awareness and funding of what was then known as The Wisconsin Vietnam Veterans...
Aug 21, 2025 | Events, Featured News, HomePageNews, News, PressRoom, Veterans Reads
On Saturday, August 16, 2025, The Highground welcomed 48 motorcycle riders for the 25th Annual Ride to Remember®. Although stormy skies and intermittent downpours played a role in reducing overall attendance, the riders who did join made the day feel more like a...
