This is The Last Underground Railroad Station You Can Tour In Wisconsin And It’s Incredible

Milton, Wisconsin, is a small town just outside of Janesville that's absolutely full of interesting history. Founded in 1838 by Joseph Goodrich, Milton sat at an important crossroads on the military road between Chicago and Madison as well as the road from Janesville to Fort Atkinson. Add in its proximity to the Rock River and this small town from the 1800s was far more important than you'd ever imagine a Wisconsin town of 5,000 people could be. The town is notable for myriad reasons, and the Underground Railroad Station in Wisconsin is one of them. Let's take a look at this attraction's fascinating history:

Built in 1845, this is how the building looked in 1885.

The Milton House is a grout building consisting of a three-story hexagonal section with a two-story hexagonal wing. The hotel's main rooms are located within the tower, which has a central spiral stairway with rooms on the sides; the common rooms are on the first floor, while the upper floors and the wing contain guest rooms. It is believed to be the first grout building in the country.

Today, Milton House looks much the same and visiting is definitely a trip back in time.

And while the homestead itself has great historical significance, what makes this guesthouse so interesting is that it was once an important stop on the Underground Railroad.

Fugitive slaves would follow the Rock River into Wisconsin before making their way to Racine where they could board a boat headed for Canada.

There is a hidden Underground Railroad Station below the building, connecting the main house to an outer cabin and this tunnel was crucial for hiding people in Wisconsin when necessary.

Goodrich was an abolitionist, so Milton House's role in helping slaves towards freedom was a natural fit.

He even hosted Sojurner Truth when she visited Milton in the 1860s. The Milton House is part of the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom.

Visiting Milton House is totally worth a trip.

They have tons of special events, including arts and craft fairs, historical reenactments, Twilight Tours and more. You'll see tons of artifacts, from era-appropriate appliances to early bits of Milton history. See how the table would have been set for travelers, who would have paid an extra 25 cents for a hot meal.

This house sits near to Milton House and was built in 1867 by Joseph Goodrich's son Ezra.

Milton House is open seasonally from Memorial Day to Labor Day, with tours running all throughout the week.

Be sure to check the website for specific hours, tour information, and admission fees. And be sure to add this historic Underground Railroad Station in Wisconsin to your list of places to visit in the Badger State.

Have you visited the Underground Railroad Station in Wisconsin before? What did you learn while there? This historic place really is a must-visit in the Badger State. Milton House is located at 18 S Janesville St, Milton, WI, 53563, and you can learn more on their website.

For more must-visit historical places in Wisconsin, definitely check out these National Historic Landmarks!