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Merrimac
Liner notes
A lively folk song about Merrimac, Wisconsin, where the famous free ferry crosses Lake Wisconsin. The lyrics sing of the Baraboo Bluffs standing tall over the water, and the small-town charm of Cook Street where neighbors gather. The melody is upbeat and acoustic, capturing the spirit of a community that started as Matt's Ferry and still rides the waves today.
Researcher notes
Song research · gemini-3.1-pro · 2026-10-07
Streets and places
- Cook Street
Other
- Population of 527 at the 2020 Census
- Volunteer Fire & Rescue department
Geography
- Northern shore of Lake Wisconsin
- Surrounded by the Baraboo Bluffs
- Sauk County
Culture
- Home to Wisconsin's only famous free ferry
- Merrimac Community Festival
Architecture and visuals
- Lakeside village setting
- Village Hall on Cook Street
Landmarks
- Merrimac Ferry
- Lake Wisconsin
- Baraboo Bluffs
History
- Founded in 1899
- Originally called Brown's Cabin, then Matt's Ferry, Collomar, and Merrimack
- Incorporated December 6, 1899
Businesses and industry
- Small local businesses
- Tourism related to the ferry and lake
Research sources
Visual research · gemini-3.1-pro · 2026-10-07
Streets and places
- Cook Street
Other
- Seasonal tourist presence
Geography
- Lake Wisconsin
- Baraboo Bluffs
Culture
- Lakeside recreation
Architecture and visuals
- Village Hall building
- Scenic bluffs and water views
Landmarks
- Merrimac Ferry landing
- Lake Wisconsin shoreline
History
- Historic village setting
Businesses and industry
- Ferry operations
Research sources
UntitledWave · City Pride
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