PENDARVIS HISTORIC SITE

MINERAL POINT, WI

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The Pendarvis Historic Site is a museum in Mineral Point, Wisconsin that showcases the town's rich history as a lead mining town in the 19th century. The site consists of several restored buildings that were once homes and businesses of early settlers.

One of the most notable buildings on the site is the Cornish Mining Cottage, a small house that was built by Cornish miners who immigrated to the area to work in the lead mines. The cottage has been restored to its original 1840s appearance and features period furnishings and artifacts.

The site also includes the Trelawny House, a larger home that was built in the 1830s and was once the residence of the town's first lawyer. Visitors can explore the house and learn about the daily lives of early Mineral Point residents.

In addition to the historic buildings, the site features exhibits on the history of the town and its mining industry, as well as demonstrations of traditional crafts such as blacksmithing and weaving.

Overall, the Pendarvis Historic Site offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of Mineral Point and the lives of its early settlers. Visitors can step back in time and experience the town's rich cultural heritage in a unique and engaging way.

PENDARVIS HISTORIC SITE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in MINERAL POINT WI. US MID #8405500045

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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Contact PENDARVIS HISTORIC SITE

PENDARVIS HISTORIC SITE
114 SHAKE RAG STREET
MINERAL POINT
WI
53565

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PENDARVIS HISTORIC SITE Information

MID # 8405500045
Name PENDARVIS HISTORIC SITE
Alternate Name PENDARVIS HISTORIC SITE
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 42.864119, -90.17221
CODES FIPS State Code: 55
FIPS County Code: 049
US Census Tract: 950600
US Census Block: 1043