Businesses that call the Village of Amherst home include Blenker Companies, Amherst Machining, American Governor, Central Waters Brewing Company, Amherst Marine, and Amherst Telephone Company. Medical and other service businesses seem to thrive in this soulful Village where you’ll find chiropractic, dental, and even veterinary clinics. Residents appreciate the convenience of local banks, beauty shops, cafes, legal services, gas station, flooring, bakery, gift shops, and grocery stores.

Our progressive little community of Amherst has a rhythm all its own. Village leaders and residents have relied on their own ingenuity to ensure a quality life for residents. Amherst has been recognized as a Tree City, and operates its own nursery. We have also operated an independent community library for over 50 years. That dedication, commitment, and community pride is what enables businesses and residents to thrive.

We continue to look to the future with the development of a business park and quiet residential subdivisions. Located between Stevens Point and Waupaca on State Highway 10, the Village of Amherst is close to the Tomorrow River State Trail, the Ice Age and Yellow Stone Trails, Lake Emily, Hartman Creek State Park, and numerous rustic and scenic rural roads.