Pendarvis State Historic Site; a restored Cornish miner’s colony offers a glimpse into the life of early Mineral Point with guided tours. Costumed interpreters will lead your group through quaint stone and rock buildings that mirror those the early immigrants left behind in the native English villages. Crooked paths meander through rock walled gardens and lush greenery. The Museum store offers an extensive line of books, toys, English tea wares, Cornish jewelry and much more. The Pendarvis Exhibit Gallery features changing displays of historic art and artifacts.
Pendarvis is open daily, mid May through mid October. 608.987.2122 www.wisconsinhistory.org/pendarvis
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 The Mineral Point Railroad Depot, the oldest standing depot in Wisconsin, offers a chance to take a step back in time to when the railroad was the hub of activity in Mineral Point. An extensive restoration, just completed, has brought the depot back to its original appearance and now houses an extensive collection of railroad memorabilia, including the original 15 foot passenger bench, baggage cart, ticket booth, safe and agent desks. The Depot is open year-round (Thursday- Sunday, May- November; Saturday-Sunday December – April). www.mineralpointrailroads.com
Studio Demonstrations: Many communities have art galleries - Mineral Point has artists! Mineral Point artworks are as unique and individual as the artists who create them. Nearly 20 of the Mineral Point artists operate studios and galleries in buildings that are excellent examples of adaptive re-use. The artists of Mineral Point lend a unique quality to this small city set in the rolling hills of southwest Wisconsin. Visitors get a chance to see works of art created before their very eyes and when you buy artwork from Mineral Point, you will have a connected to the person who created it. Demonstrations are available at many studios with advance notice.
 Shake Rag Alley: The 2.5 acres called Shake Rag Alley began in the 1800s as miners cottages surrounding Federal Spring. Houses and sheds were built and rebuilt over the years. In the 1970s Madison florist, Al Felly purchased the properties, renovated buildings, and created award winning All America Select gardens. It became a major tourist attraction with artisans at work in the buildings. Sold in 1990, the property went through several hands until rescued in October 2004 by a community group which created a non-profit organization for arts education. The Shake Rag Alley Center for the Arts holds a diverse variety of fascinating hands-on workshops throughout the year. www.shakeragalley.com. 608.987.3292 Mineral Point is located midway between Madison WI and Dubuque IA. You will discover many attractions, all within an hours drive or less, that will make your trip to Mineral Point filled with pleasant memories. Check the following websites for more to see and do in Southwest Wisconsin |
Orchard Lawn/The Gundry House was the home of Joseph Gundry and his family, early merchants in Mineral Point. Their home, owned and operated by the 