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Community: Chippewa Falls / Just Outside

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The First Farm in Chippewa County marks an important milestone in the area’s settlement history. Established by George Myers in 1847, it represents one of the earliest attempts at large-scale farming in the region and highlights the beginnings of agricultural life in Chippewa County.

• What it’s about:
  George Myers selected an 80-acre tract about six miles northwest of Chippewa Falls, then part of Eagle Point, for farming purposes. The land included prairie, timberland, and a fresh spring, giving him the foundation for corn, wheat, and other crops.
• What changed over time:
  Myers brought his farming implements and supplies by boat, built a log cabin, and later married a local woman. In the 1850s, William Henneman purchased the farm, adding another chapter to its early history.
• Why it matters:
  This site reflects the first stages of agricultural development in Chippewa County, when even modest garden patches were uncommon. It stands as a meaningful reminder of pioneer life, early farming, and the people who helped shape the region.