Upcoming Events

Make Music Superior Concert at Fairlawn
Jun
21

Make Music Superior Concert at Fairlawn

Fairlawn Mansion is participating in Make Music Superior Day! Enjoy a free concert on the lawn of the mansion featuring the following performers:

  • Jason Schooler Band, a local group that plays country/blues/folk/rock music

  • Misisipi Mike Wolf & Rick Brunner, recent winners of the official Dylan Fest Songwriter Competition

  • Perpetual Hiatus, a group from Cloquet, MN that plays classic rock

Bring a lawn chair or a picnic blanket and enjoy an afternoon of music!

Make Music Superior Lineup: https://makemusicday.org/superior/

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Bayside Sounds Concert at the Old Firehouse & Police Museum
Jul
8

Bayside Sounds Concert at the Old Firehouse & Police Museum

Enjoy an evening of music at the Old Firehouse & Police Museum! Join us for a free Bayside Sounds concert on the lawn adjacent to the Firehall. Bring a lawn chair or a picnic blanket to take in the music. The Firehall will be open during the concert for you to purchase a tour ticket, use the restrooms, or browse the museum gift shop!

Click Here to see the full summer concert lineup: https://www.superiorwi.gov/215/Bayside-Sounds-Concerts

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Fairlawn Fundraiser & Ice Cream Social
Jul
18

Fairlawn Fundraiser & Ice Cream Social

Join us for the annual Fairlawn Fundraiser and Ice Cream Social! Filled with community fun, sweet treats, music, activities and more, all to support preserving one of Superior’s most treasured historic landmarks.

This year, the event will feature all the things you know and love about the Ice Cream Social, along with some exciting new additions we can’t wait to share with you! Stay tuned for more event updates coming soon.

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SS Meteor Extended Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Jul
30

SS Meteor Extended Behind-the-Scenes Tour

Go beyond the standard tour and experience the SS Meteor like never before. Step behind the scenes aboard the historic SS Meteor during this exclusive two-hour guided adventure. Explore areas rarely seen by the public, hear fascinating stories from our expert guides, and witness a live Engine Room demonstration that brings the ship's powerful machinery to life.

 

To create a truly immersive experience, tour groups are intentionally kept small, giving guests unparalleled access and opportunities to engage with the ship's history. This special extended tour offers a rare chance to discover the SS Meteor from a unique insider's perspective—an experience not available on a standard visit.

Advanced booking is required for this event. Tickets cost $50 per person.

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SS Meteor Extended Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Aug
13

SS Meteor Extended Behind-the-Scenes Tour

Go beyond the standard tour and experience the SS Meteor like never before. Step behind the scenes aboard the historic SS Meteor during this exclusive two-hour guided adventure. Explore areas rarely seen by the public, hear fascinating stories from our expert guides, and witness a live Engine Room demonstration that brings the ship's powerful machinery to life.

 

To create a truly immersive experience, tour groups are intentionally kept small, giving guests unparalleled access and opportunities to engage with the ship's history. This special extended tour offers a rare chance to discover the SS Meteor from a unique insider's perspective—an experience not available on a standard visit.

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SS Meteor Extended Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Aug
27

SS Meteor Extended Behind-the-Scenes Tour

Go beyond the standard tour and experience the SS Meteor like never before. Step behind the scenes aboard the historic SS Meteor during this exclusive two-hour guided adventure. Explore areas rarely seen by the public, hear fascinating stories from our expert guides, and witness a live Engine Room demonstration that brings the ship's powerful machinery to life.

 

To create a truly immersive experience, tour groups are intentionally kept small, giving guests unparalleled access and opportunities to engage with the ship's history. This special extended tour offers a rare chance to discover the SS Meteor from a unique insider's perspective—an experience not available on a standard visit.

Advanced booking is required for this event. Tickets cost $50 per person.

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Old Firehouse & Police Museum Grand Reopening
May
16

Old Firehouse & Police Museum Grand Reopening

Join us for the grand reopening of the Old Firehouse & Police Museum for the 2026 season! Enjoy free treats, interactive activities for kids, and more!

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SS Meteor's 130th Birthday Party
May
16

SS Meteor's 130th Birthday Party

Help us celebrate the SS Meteor’s 130th birthday! Take a tour of the ship and see our new exhibits and interactive features. Birthday cake will be served all day, and there will be giveaways throughout the entire day!

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SS Meteor Volunteer Work Week
Apr
27
to May 2

SS Meteor Volunteer Work Week

Help us reset the SS Meteor for the upcoming season! Volunteers projects include painting, setting up the tour route, cleaning, and de-winterizing the last remaining above-ground whaleback ship before we open to the public. This year, the projects will be spread out throughout an entire week rather than just one weekend. All volunteers will be required to sign a liability form prior to helping. Snacks and beverages will be provided.

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History Talk at Fairlawn Mansion: Grace Pattison, Her Life, Her Legacy
Apr
26

History Talk at Fairlawn Mansion: Grace Pattison, Her Life, Her Legacy

Step beyond the familiar story of the Pattison family and discover the remarkable life of Grace Pattison—far more than the wife of lumber baron Martin Pattison. As matriarch of one of Superior’s most prominent families, Grace played a vital role in shaping both her household and her community. Refreshments will be provided.

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