Man Mound National Historic Landmark Master Plan

Man Mound National Historic Landmark Master Plan

Man Mound National Historic Landmark is a small 1.78 acre park recognized on the National Register of Historic Places and is listed as a National Historic Landmark. The park and the road on which it sits were both named for the rare anthropomorphic shaped effigy mound, commonly known as the Man Mound. Located in the Town of Greenfield, east of the City of Baraboo, the park is nestled among farmland, and wooded hills.

The Sauk County Historical Society has been an owner of the property since it was purchased for preservation in October of 1907 and has been partnering with Sauk County for over 50 years to manage the property as part of the County Park System. The Historical Society as the owner of the property, is responsible for the preservation of the site for its significance as a historic burial site. As the site is privately owned property the Society has the authority for its use, maintenance, and enhancement. Sauk County maintains the property as part of the County Park System for the enjoyment and edification of local and visiting citizens.

The Sauk County Historical Society with the assistance of the Sauk County Land Resources and Environment Department has created the following master plan for Man Mound National Historic Landmark for the future management, preservation, enhancement, and expansion of services available at this historically and culturally significant landmark. The master planning process was designed for community involvement and purposed with the following objectives: cultural heritage and education, outdoor recreation opportunities, management techniques, and fiscal responsibilities. The plan strategizes maintenance and property improvements over the next 20 years to be implemented through the partnership between the Sauk County Historical Society and Sauk County Land Resources and Environment Department and with consultation from the Ho-Chunk Nation