Downtown Wausau Refresh - Greater Wausau

The anticipated Foundry on 3rd is currently taking shape where the aging Wausau Center Mall once stood. In 2021, the mall was demolished to create space for much-needed urbanization, including the development of affordable housing and high-quality retail space. HOM Furniture and the JCPenney building remain, along with two parking ramps.

The Foundry on 3rd joins other exciting developments in downtown Wausau, including the opening of Children’s Imaginarium in 2023, Aspirus Family Physicians in 2022 and Woodson YMCA with major renovation in 2019. Meanwhile, the award-winning Wausau River District has evolved as a popular destination for entertainment, arts, business and residential.

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Developers break ground on ‘Foundry on 3rd’ project.
Second Street extension in downtown Wausau from Forest and Second Streets was completed in time for the opening of the Children's Imaginarium.
Children's Imaginarium, Wausau's largest children's STEM museum, opened to the public in December 2023. Learn more.
Two Minute Drill video on the redevelopment updates - Watch this video series in which Dave Eckmann, President/CEO of the Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce, shares a brief update on the redevelopment of the Wausau Center Mall property in downtown Wausau.

Foundry on 3rd Construction Begins
1 day ago
Foundry on 3rd Construction Bringing New Housing and Retail Opportunities to Downtown Wausau After nearly five years of meticulous planning and overcoming challenges, including a …Continue Reading
Children’s Imaginarium Unveils a World of Wonder for Young Explorers
8 months ago
The First Big Attraction in the Downtown Wausau Development Zone Opens December 6 Through years of sheer determination, co-founders Maggie Gordon and Tammy Szekeress have …Continue Reading
Second Street Extension is Now Open to Two-way Traffic in the Downtown Development Zone
9 months ago
Wausau Opportunity Zone (WOZ) is pleased to announce the completion of the Second Street extension, new sidewalks and more parking in Wausau's downtown development zone, …Continue Reading
Downtown Development Zone Sees Infrastructure Progress as New Businesses Emerge
10 months ago
Streets and Sidewalks to be Ready by Mid-October, Paving the Way for New Children’s Imaginarium While Wausau welcomes new businesses to the River District, progress …Continue Reading
Traffic Update: Closure of Washington Street in Downtown Wausau
11 months ago
Street Closures for Utilities Installation on Wednesday, September 13 It is anticipated that beginning Wednesday, Washington Street between First Street and Fourth Street will be …Continue Reading
Wausau’s Riverfront Improvements Make City Living More Attractive
12 months ago
For decades, Wausau’s riverfront has captivated the imaginations of many who envision its possibilities encompassing housing, recreation and commercial ventures. The picturesque area — stretching …Continue Reading