It’s Impossible Not To Love The Most Eccentric Town In Wisconsin, Mineral Point
By Daniella DiRienzo|Published April 07, 2021
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Daniella DiRienzo
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Though Daniella was born in New York and has lived in a couple of other states, Mississippi has been her home for the past 25 years. After graduating from the University of Southern Mississippi, Daniella began to hone her writing skills through various internships, working for The Royal Obsession and Anatomie clothing. In the years since, she’s had the privilege of having her articles appear in several publications, such as Parents & Kids Magazine and Girl Meets Strong. She’s also had the honor of interviewing actress Sela Ward for The Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience.
With so many unique towns in Wisconsin, it’d be easy to overlook a few. However, there’s one that you’ll definitely want to devote some time to exploring: Mineral Point. Despite being home to a thriving artists’ colony, the charming town has retained an old-world feel, thanks to its strong Cornish roots. Marching to the beat of its own drum, Mineral Point is truly one of a kind. Take a look:
Settled in 1827 by immigrants from Cornwall, England, Mineral Point is Wisconsin's third-oldest city.
Others, like those that comprise the historic site Pendarvis, have been perfectly preserved, offering visitors a peek into the life of the town’s first residents.
But antiquated architecture isn’t the only thing that keeps the town’s heritage alive. Several of Mineral Point’s eateries serve up Cornish specialties, like pasties and figgyhobbin.
But visitors can do more than shop the wares of potters, painters, and glassblowers. Mineral Point's Shake Rag Alley Center for the Arts offers workshops on visual, performing, and literary arts.
The perfect combination of old and new, Mineral Point is undeniably unique! So, are you ready to plan a visit to this charmingly eccentric town? For more information, check out the Mineral Point website or Facebook page.
So, did you know about this town? Ever visited? If so, which spots stood out the most? Tell us in the comments section.
This isn’t the only town that marches to the beat of its own drum. Read about another here.
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