Mineral Point, Wisconsin
Population: 2
Located in Iowa County
Mineral Point's quiet atmosphere and quaint, artistic community draws visitors from all over! Originally a mining town founded in the late 1820's, Mineral Point has become known as the place where Wisconsin began. A vast array of artisans have taken up residence in Mineral Point, bringing pottery, weaving, wood-working, jewelry-making and more! A variety of shops, galleries and studios can be found in and around town as artists showcase their works for public consumption. Come see what Mineral Point is about. Welcome to historic Mineral Point tucked in the beautiful rolling hills of Southwest Wisconsin. As you stroll through our hilly and winding streets, you will see some of the most historic architecture in the Midwest. Mineral Point, with over 500 contributing structures, was the first Wisconsin City to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Stop for tours at Pendarvis and Orchard Lawn and get a glimpse of the different lifestyles of early Mineral Point - one exhibiting the simple surroundings of the miners and the other the elegant life of a pioneer merchant family. Allow plenty of time for browsing and shopping during your stay with us. You will discover unique shops, studios and galleries located in buildings that have stood for well over a century. Most of our businesses are family owned and operated and the artists who live and work here create many of the items for sale. Try some pasty and figgyhobbin - traditional Cornish dishes that Mineral Point is famous for. Stay at one of our comfortable B&Bs or motels and enjoy the hospitality of some of the country's friendliest people.
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