Home | Attractions | Lodging | Order Free DVD AttractionsClick on a community to skip down. Madison - Middleton - Mazomanie - Spring Green The various flavors of Art can span everything from simply beautiful to absolutely bizarre. You’ll find that full range at the exciting and innovative Tandem Press. Tandem has been producing top-quality prints by nationally recognized artists for nearly two decades. Since 1987, Tandem press has welcomed 57 nationally-known artists to create remarkable prints and monoprints—an interesting blend of printing and painting—in a spirit of research, collaboration, experimentation and innovation in the field of printmaking. The highlight of this tour is an exclusive look at the artists and/or printers at work, with an opportunity to discuss the work directly with the artist or craftsman. Monday-Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturday by appointment. Tandem Press 201 South Dickinson Street info@tandempress.wisc.edu MIDDLETONThe Middleton Historical Museum tells the story of this proud and fascinating community. The building is a historical landmark built in 1867 and contains information, collections and artifacts donated by early settlers. Most notable is an extensive collection of depression glass, with over 165 identified patterns. There’s also an extensive collection of egg cups. Open from 1pm to 4pm, Tuesday and Saturdays from mid-April through mid-October, or by appointment for group tours. Middleton Historical Museum
History you can buy! Four floors of the finest quality, pre-1950s, room-ready antiques, in a historic setting. Wander back through centuries past in this beautiful collection. Groups welcome. Middleton Antiques Mall
In addition to being Wisconsin's largest display of Hummel figurines, Happy Pastime also carries a number of other artistic creations, including ANRI woodcarvings, Swarovski crystal, Lladro and more. Free gift-wrapping. Shipping available.
ANRI wood-carvings are among the most exquisite in the world. Since 1912, the ANRI Studio in northern Italy has been hand-carving nativity scenes, sacral art and figurines. Each piece is hand-painted with a special transparent oil paint that allows the wood grain to show through. There are few woodcarvings you’ll find anywhere that match ANRI’s artistry and quality. The Lladro family of Valencia, Spain, is a world-renowned maker of porcelain sculpture and figurines. Following a meticulous process, each porcelain work is of the utmost quality. Collectors around the world prize these beautiful pieces. Swarovski Crystal is prized the world over for its stunning beauty and flawless craftsmanship. The new Wonders of the Sea collection by Swarovski takes the art of crystal to a whole new level. See why Swarovski crystal is loved by so many. Happy Pastime Clasen's European Bakery Clasen's European Bakery Nearby Madison may have the State Capitol Building, but Middleton has something they feel is even more prestigious—the Capital Brewery! The Capital Brewery specializes in German lagers and is widely known to be one of the finest breweries in the entire world. Don’t miss the gift haus. Tours Friday at 3:30pm and Saturday at 1:30 and 3:30pm. There’s also seasonal entertainment in the outdoor bier garten Friday and Saturdays. Capital Brewery Mother Nature has been known to create a work of art or two, and orchids certainly stand as one of her most wondrous creations. Orchids by the Ackers specializes in blooming orchid plants, and they’re expertise goes back over 40 years. And they don’t just sell you the plant—they also give you the education to keep that delicate little beauty growing! They also feature annuals and perennials. Orchids by the Ackers MAZOMANIE
This isn’t your run-of-the-mill restaurant. The Old Feed Mill’s rich history dates back to 1857, the year Mazomanie was plotted as a village. The Old Feed Mill was a central part of this region’s history, providing the water-powered mill that the entire region depended on. Today, the wonderfully restored mill remains, and is now one of the best restaurants you’ll find anywhere. The grist mill tradition remains too—The Old Feed Mill still grinds its own grains to use in their Amazing Grains bread. You just can’t get fresher, better ingredients—it truly is amazing. There’s also a gift shop with a wonderful handmade quilt gallery. Monday through Thursday 11-9 pm, Friday and Saturday 11-10 pm, Sunday 10-9 pm. Old Feed Mill /Amazing Grains Halle’s Vintage Shoppe brings you the best in new and vintage fashions, as well as home furnishings, gifts and wedding apparel in a fun and creative environment. You might just find that pair of bell-bottom pants, sequined blouse and rhinestone tiara you’ve always been looking for. Have fun exploring! Halle’s Vintage Shoppe Mazomanie Historic Art Center True art is like a living thing—it needs a place to grow. The Mazomanie Historic Art Center is just such a place. The Art Center supports artists by providing them with attractive and affordable studio space, gallery space and public exposure. It is one of the few places of its kind where visitors can both watch artisans at work as well as purchase their creations. Mazomanie Historic Art Center Marcy's Antiques Take some history home with you! Visit historic Downtown Mazomanie and browse Marcy’s Antiques for treasures from yesteryear—you never know what you’ll find in this great little antique shop. Marcy's Antiques
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Taliesin, Frank Lloyd Wright’s estate, is an amazing place that provides visitors with the opportunity to look into the imagination of the twentieth century’s greatest architects.Before Frank Lloyd Wright, people all over the world lived in small, cramped, box-like rooms. Wright changed all that. See masterpieces by the architect who rescued us from a square world. You’ll also enjoy our Wright designed Visitor Center featuring a gift shop, café, videos, and exhibits. Hillside Tour Designed by Wright in 1902 and modified throughout his lifetime, Hillside showcases Wright’s architectural mastery. You’ll see the Drafting Studio, Hillside Theatre, the Assembly Hall, Dining Room, and Romeo and Juliet Windmill Tower. Cost: $10.00 per person (exclusive “Works of Wonder” price, normally $16.00) Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center House on the Rock displays its eccentricities and creator’s unique vision of the world on its sleeve. Mesmerizing audiences for years, House on the Rock has been a top group tour destination. While walking through House on the Rock, one can’t help but wonder how Alex Jordan’s mind worked. While Frank Lloyd Wright’s home, Taliesin, is about integration of ideas, Jordan’s House on the Rock is about contradictions and collections. Unafraid of his tastes and unwavering in his conceit, House on the Rock is a spellbinding example of one man’s complicated life and times. His inner vision is communicated directly through his home. Luckily, his openness allows visitors to experience it for themselves. Attraction The Attraction includes an awe-inspiring array of amazing collections, enormous music machines and the world’s largest carousel. Be sure to see the Infinity Room which juts out an unsupported 218 feet with 3,264 windows for walls. Free designated coach parking. Group meals are available. Escort and Driver are complimentary. Resort The Resort is a luxury, all suite hotel located just 8 miles North of the House on the Rock. The golf course boasts 27 holes of championship golf. The Resort includes fine dining and luxurious 2-room suites. All rooms face the golf course and have interior corridor access and key card entry doors. Inn The House on the Rock Inn is a perfect complement to the style and splendor of the House on the Rock. The spacious rooms have interior corridor access and key card entry doors. Packages include accommodations, continental breakfast, welcome reception, attraction admission, taxes and 2 complimentary with 30 or more paying packages. The House on the Rock 13 and up: $16.50
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Berta Hummel was a brilliant artist, noted for her simple renderings of Bavarian children. Born in Massing, Germany, Berta was creative from her earliest days. The rural village where she grew up sparked her imagination and fostered her artistry. Berta Hummel’s joyful images of children are the basis and inspiration for the Hummel figurines that are so popular with collectors all over the world. 
