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Wisconsin’s Most Famous Urban Legends: Haunting Tales for Curious Travelers

From ghostly spirits to cryptic creatures, Wisconsin's urban legends bring spine-tingling mystery to the heart of the midwest.

by Noah Morriss
on Sep 19
Full moon over mystery lake.
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The Untold Story of the Wisconsin City That Vanished Overnight

by Ben Jones
on Mar 24
The right side gate of the Dawn Manor, a building once located in the former town of Newport, Wisconsin.
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Few People Know Wisconsin Was Home To The First Highway Signs In America

by Ben Jones
on Feb 27
Historic street scene featuring old milestone markers and a vintage car parked nearby.
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The Little-Known Story Of The Stormy Kromer In Wisconsin And How It’s Made A Big Comeback

by Ben Jones
on Jan 31
Black and white photo of a vintage train with five men posing, two in the engine and three standing beside it.
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Crossing This 118-Year-Old Bridge In Wisconsin Is Like Walking Through History

by Ben Jones
on Jan 24
A newly constructed bridge spans a construction site, surrounded by trees and autumn foliage. Heavy machinery is visible below.

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Most People Didn’t Know That The Typewriter Was Invented Right Here In Wisconsin

by Ben Jones
on Dec 14
A vintage typewriter sits on a polished desk, illuminated by soft light from a nearby lamp.
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Archaeologists Have Discovered An Extensive Native American Village In This Wisconsin Park

by Ben Jones
on Oct 19
A serene lake scene with green grass, wildflowers, and trees under a partly cloudy blue sky.
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The Oldest Building In Wisconsin Was Used By A Fur Trader, Covered By Clapboard, And Moved To Two Different Parks

Tank Cottage in Heritage Hill State Park is Wisconsin’s oldest building, offering a glimpse into early settler life and French colonial architecture.

by Ben Jones
on Jul 18
A white house with a porch surrounded by blooming lilac flowers and green grass on a sunny day.
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The Charming Small Town In Wisconsin That Was Named With Some Random Letters

Ixonia, a unique small town in Wisconsin, was named by randomly selecting and arranging letters.

by Ben Jones
on Jun 7
Sign for Ixonia, an unincorporated area, with houses and a cloudy sky in the background.
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Few People Know This Charming Small Town In Wisconsin Is The Point Of Beginning

Hazel Green, Wisconsin, is the historical "point of beginning" for all land surveys in the state and offers a scenic road trip destination.

by Ben Jones
on May 16
A historic photo of a horse-drawn cart outside W.A. Andrew's store, with several men posing in front.