Joe Hermolin Memorial Bench Dedication

Joe Hermolin Memorial Bench Dedication & AVA Gallery Christmas Shop Reception

Join Antigo Visual Arts (AVA) and the Langlade County Historical Society (LCHS) on Thursday, November 19, for a special afternoon honoring Joe Hermolin and celebrating the arts in our community.

The dedication will celebrate Joe’s lasting contributions to Antigo and his remarkable commitment to community collaboration. Although Joe was not an artist himself, he served for years as Vice President of Antigo Visual Arts, helping secure a creative outlet for local artists and the community through the AVA Gallery inside the Langlade County Historical Museum. He also served as President of LCHS, demonstrating his dedication to preserving local history and supporting the organizations that enrich our community.

The beautiful bronze memorial bench, created by sculptor Teresa Lind, will be placed on the grounds of the Langlade County Historical Museum as a lasting tribute to Joe’s legacy. Antigo Visual Arts organized the artistic bench fundraiser and coordinated the project to honor a man who helped bring people and organizations together in support of the arts.

During the dedication, Teresa Lind will share insights into her creative process and the making of the bench. Featured speaker Lisa Haefs will offer reflections, and friends will have an opportunity to share memories of Joe and what he meant to them.

Following the dedication, everyone is invited to continue the celebration at the AVA Gallery Christmas Shop Reception on the second floor of the Langlade County Historical Museum. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and refreshments while exploring the gallery and discovering unique, locally created art for the holiday season.

Event Details

Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026
Location: Langlade County Historical Museum, 404 Superior Street, Antigo, Wisconsin

Come help us honor Joe Hermolin’s legacy of collaboration, celebrate the power of the arts, and gather in the community he helped strengthen.