Rising Star Mill
Wedding venue in Nelsonville, Wisconsin

About Rising Star Mill
Rising Star Mill is a historic 1868 grist mill located in Nelsonville, Wisconsin, along the Tomorrow River. Managed by the Portage County Historical Society, the mill offers a rustic interior with wooden beams and vintage details, and provides access to the riverbank for outdoor ceremonies or photographs. The venue accommodates up to 80 guests for intimate weddings and private events. Events are held between May and September; the mill is not heated and has no indoor plumbing (a portable toilet is supplied). Open flame is prohibited inside, and food preparation must take place outdoors or using an enclosed cooking device. A four-hour booking minimum applies. Nearby parking is available for guests.
The facts
- Guests
- Up to 80 guests
- Setting
- Indoor & outdoor
- Last updated
- October 2026
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On the big wedding guides
- Not listed on WeddingWire (checked October 2026)
- Not listed on Zola (checked October 2026)
How to reach Rising Star Mill
- Website: pchswi.org/rentals
- Phone: (715)544-4950 Ext. 4
- Address: 3190 County Road Q
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