The greatest mystery of the history of Weyauwega is how it received its name. 
Was it named after a Menominee Chief named Wey-au-we-ga? 
Did the name originate from the Indians and means “Here We Rest” or “Today”? 
Is it a corruption of the word “Wey-au-we-ya” signifying whirling wind?                     
Was it named after a Menominee guide who worked for Governor James Doty? 

These are all possible explanations of the origin of the name Weyauwega given in Weyauwega Remembers.
         
            To find out more about the history of Weyauwega read Weyauwega Remembers written in 2006 for the Sesquicentennial Celebration.  The book was written by Joan Mallo, Mary Werth and Bill Mallo.  Copies are in the Weyauwega Public Library.
            A historical society is currently being formed in the Weyauwega Area.  For more information on Weyauwega Area Historical Society,  write to Weyauwega Area Historical Society, PO Box 294, Weyauwega, WI 54983.  Also, look for articles in the Chronicle about the Weyauwega Area Historical Society activities.