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Monroe County Local History Room and Museum

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200 W Main St - Sparta, WI 54656

Phone

608-269-8680

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About Monroe County Local History Room and Museum

Our mission is to connect people of all generations to the past in a meaningful way.  Come and engage, explore, and encounter history at the Monroe County Local History Room!  

Exhibit highlights include:

“Monroe County A to Z,” an award-winning exhibit featuring 27 hands-on elements.

3-D photo viewer of 1950s scenes.

“Monroe County in Miniature,” a 64 square foot HO scale model railroad layout.

And much, much more!

Bus tours and group visits are encouraged, but please arrange them in advance by calling 608-269-8680. There is a fee for bus tours.

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Admission Details

Free Admission

Located In Southwest Wisconsin

200 W Main St - Sparta, WI 54656

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