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Old World Wisconsin

1976

Open-air museum in Eagle featuring over sixty historic structures documenting the immigrant experience in rural Wisconsin.

10.7 mi away

Aztalan State Park

900

Remains of a Mississippian culture settlement occupied from around 900 to 1300 AD, the northernmost outpost of Cahokia's influence.

17.6 mi away

Everything Near Whitewater

12 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.

  • Indian Mounds Park (Whitewater, Wisconsin) · 1.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Imagine a time long before Whitewater was even a town, when the land was shaped not by roads and buildings, but by the hands of people honoring the earth. This is the Whitewater Effigy Mounds Preserve, a place where…

  • Panther Intaglio Effigy Mound · 8.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Imagine a lost world where the earth itself was sculpted into sacred shapes. This is one of the last remaining examples. Before settlers arrived, Native Americans in Wisconsin created hundreds, perhaps thousands, of…

  • Old World Wisconsin · 10.7 mi · Historical Marker

    Open-air museum in Eagle featuring over sixty historic structures documenting the immigrant experience in rural Wisconsin.

  • Milton House (Milton, Wisconsin) · 11.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Imagine risking everything for a chance at freedom. That's what happened right here at Milton House. Built in 1844 by Joseph Goodrich, this unique hexagonal building wasn't just a home and inn; it was a vital stop on…

  • Richard C. Smith House · 12.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    You're near a hidden gem of architectural history: a Frank Lloyd Wright home unlike any other you've likely seen. It's a Usonian home, but with a twist. Richard C. Smith commissioned Wright to design this house,…

  • Israel Stowell Temperance House · 14.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Ever imagine a tavern where you couldn't get a drink? Right here, in Delavan, Wisconsin, stands a testament to a radical idea: the Israel Stowell Temperance House, built as an alcohol-free tavern starting in 1840. This…

  • Edward Elderkin House · 14.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Ever wondered what it was like to live in a house without corners? You're about to find out! Look left for a truly unique piece of Wisconsin history. This is the Edward Elderkin House, also known as the Round House,…

  • Aztalan State Park · 17.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Imagine a bustling village here a thousand years ago, built by people whose origins are still a mystery. This is Aztalan State Park, the site of an ancient settlement built by people of the Mississippian culture.…

  • Aztalan State Park · 17.6 mi · Historical Marker

    Remains of a Mississippian culture settlement occupied from around 900 to 1300 AD, the northernmost outpost of Cahokia's influence.

  • Fred B. Jones House · 17.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Get ready to glimpse an early masterpiece by none other than Frank Lloyd Wright! You're approaching the Fred B. Jones House, part of the Penwern estate. It’s a fascinating look at Wright’s evolving genius. Imagine the…

  • A. P. Johnson House · 17.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Ever wondered what it looked like when Frank Lloyd Wright was still figuring things out? You’re about to see it! This home is a fascinating glimpse into his journey from classical designs to his iconic Prairie Style. In…

  • Lincoln–Tallman House · 18.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Pull over here for a minute! Abraham Lincoln himself slept in this house. The Lincoln–Tallman House was built in 1857 by William and Emeline Tallman. Before he was president, Abraham Lincoln visited Janesville and…

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