by Hailey Rose | Oct 5, 2023 | Arts & Culture, Family Friendly, History
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to grow up on a farm? In our newest blog, learn from Mandy and Brielle, who are a part of inspirational family farms that have been passed down through generations. Uncover what it was like to be born & raised on the...
by Discover Wisconsin | Oct 18, 2018 | Fall, Food & Drink, History, Outdoor Recreation, Summer, Things To Do
With rolling hills, beautiful farmland, rich history and a charming downtown, Platteville is a stunning area to both reside in and visit. Whether you’re just down the road or across the state, there are a few things you’re going to want to do while you’re in town:...
by Discover Wisconsin | Sep 19, 2015 | Arts & Culture, Family Friendly, History, Outdoor Recreation, Things To Do
I do quite a bit of driving in Wisconsin. And so, I often find myself admiring those beautiful barn quilts strewn across our state in all of its Americana glory. I also often find myself wondering what the barn quilts are all about: Where did they originate and why?...
by Discover Wisconsin | Apr 28, 2015 | Fall, Family Friendly, Food & Drink, History, Summer, Things To Do
When two of Wisconsin’s largest industries—agriculture and tourism—come together, it’s called agtourism (or agritourism). And as you can imagine, it’s a huge deal here in America’s Dairyland. When you embark on an “agventure,” you’ll meet bakers, brewers,...
by Discover Wisconsin | Nov 5, 2014 | Arts & Culture, Food & Drink, History
1. Wisconsin is modest about its lakes. Minnesota’s official motto may be the “Land of 10,000 Lakes”, but Wisconsin is not one to brag. The lake count comes in somewhere over 15,000, but the Wisconsin DNR modestly publishes a listing of 16,692 lakes....
