Wisconsin State Historical Marker 189: Marquette-Jolliet

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, head south on Great River Road (WI-35) toward De Pere. As you approach De Pere, take the exit toward WI-172 E. Merge onto WI-172 E and continue for about 3 miles. Take the exit toward WI-32 S/De Pere and merge onto WI-32 S. Continue on WI-32 S for approximately 1 mile until you reach Front St. Turn left onto Front St and proceed for a short distance. The Marquette-Jolliet historical marker will be located between James and George St.

• Public Transportation

  For those using public transportation, check if your local transit provider offers a bus service to De Pere. Once you arrive at the De Pere Transit Center, walk south on Wisconsin Ave for about 0.3 miles until you reach George St. Turn left on George St and walk until you reach Front St. Turn right and continue until you see the Marquette-Jolliet historical marker located between James and George St.

• Biking

  If you prefer to bike, there are bike paths along the Great River Road. From your location on the road, continue heading south until you reach De Pere. Follow the bike paths that lead toward the city center. Once you reach Front St, turn left and bike along the street until you find the historical marker located between James and George St.

• Walking

  If you're in the vicinity of the marker, simply walk to Front St. From anywhere in De Pere, navigate towards Front St between James and George St. The marker is easily accessible and a great spot for photos.