Jump River museum to open

The Jump River Valley Historical Society has announced its summer museum opening schedule. The museum will open for the season on June 8 to coincide with the 57th Lumberman’s Day festival in Catawba.

The museum is scheduled to be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month, which are June 8 and 22, July 13 and 27, and Aug. 10 and 24.

Check out the 2025 display, “Thanks For the Memories!” at the museum located at W9224 U.S. 8 in Catawba.

The museum is also open by appointment by calling Richard at 715-474-2210; Alan 715-474-6622; or Ann at 715-474-6775.