Connecting people to Life at the confluence 

Today, the park represents a place where community gathers to explore nature, connect with each other, and create traditions.

Our mission is to:

Inspire

People have experienced something special here at the confluence for thousands of years. We want to cultivate these unique experiences, inspiring generosity and stewardship for generations to come.

Partner

We intentionally foster a sense of belonging and appreciation, welcoming everyone. We cultivate relationships through our programs and the scenic beauty that merge culture, community, and nature.

Connect

We can’t do this alone. Growing long-lasting, sustaining relationships is central to the way we function—with individuals, businesses, organizations, municipalities, and others who share our passion for life at the confluence.

Experiences await you at our park and center

  1. A spectacular 4 acre park featuring; native pollinator gardens, butterfly/water garden with a butterfly bench. Seating that overlooks the mighty Mississippi river. It is dog friendly with many paths to walk on. And… it boasts the best sunsets in Prescott!

  2. Outdoor spaces such as the Gazebo or Pavilion for picnics in the park.

  3. A Bluff Walk running along the Mississippi featuring educational placards talking about river life and the migratory flyway zone which sees migrations of large birds such as Trumpeter Swans and Eagles.

  4. A beautiful center that hosts a variety of activities such as small instructional areas on topics such as clamming/mussels, steamboats/logging, and eagles.

  5. Our center hosts on average 50 events a year! A place for lifelong learners! Events are listed on our Events Tab at the top of the website.

  6. Our center is also a travel center featuring brochures and maps specific to travel along the Great River Road! Come and pick-up a map or two!

  7. Our park/center is in partnership with 2 National Parks; The Mississippi National River and Recreation Area and The St. Croix National Scenic Riverway. You can get 2 passport stamps in our center!

  8. A River Room Fine Art Gallery. This space is designed to feature and support local artists. Exhibits change monthly.

  9. Outside art sculptures created by Mr. Dale Lewis - https://www.artistdalelewis.com/

  10. A kids area featuring the Junior Ranger program. We give out badges for the 2 National Parks listed above.

  11. A fantastic gift store. A place to find a little something to remind you of your time on the Great River Road.

  12. A cozy fireplace to sit by and sip your coffee/tea. A place to rest and relax!

Meet our staff and board of directors

Linda Schenk
Executive Director linda.schenk@freedomparkwi.org

Jared Schmitz - President

Elise Block - Secretary

Jim Sheily - Member extraordinaire

Charlotte vick - member extraordinaire

Jason Akey - treasurer

Debbie McClure - Vice President

Jeremy Raverty

Jeremy Raverty - Co Treasurer

Founded in 1918

The four acre bluff overlooking the confluence of the Mississippi and St. Croix rivers was originally named Scenic Tourist Park and opened to the public in 1918.

In 1981, the park was chosen to be the release site of the rehabilitated eagle, Freedom, who had become a famous symbol of conservation efforts to revive the declining American bald eagle population. In 1982, the park was renamed Freedom Park in honor of the eagle.