Neenah-Menasha

Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Neenah-Menasha tells the story of two Wisconsin cities with a contentious beginning that grew to be collaborative communities of innovation and service. Formed by surrounding waterways, the history of Neenah and Menasha has been marked by the industries that sprung forth from the natural resources of the region and created household products and brands that have become international household names. Film, archival images, and interviews with historians, local citizens and experts illustrate the two cities rich stories and their role in shaping international manufacturing and retailing, and transforming the Fox River Valley into Wisconsin's Paper Valley. Viewers will explore both cities histories, from an early disagreement that led to their unique boundaries, through the development of successful milling, packaging, paper and publishing industries that provided employment for residents and fostered a spirit of community service that carries on today.