Relive Wisconsin’s Rise to “America’s Dairyland”
At Stonefield you’ll explore history by the acre, including a 1900s Farming Village and Farmstead, the State Agricultural Museum, and the former home of Wisconsin’s first governor, Nelson Dewey. On your adventure through the site, you will learn the amazing story of the Badger State’s agricultural advance from a struggling group of wheat farmers to a worldwide agricultural powerhouse.
Make Your Next Event Historic
Stonefield’s picturesque settings for an rustic Wisconsin wedding or a unique private event offer plentiful opportunities for a historic event. Make your day historic and create a story that will be remembered for generations.
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We are so happy to have Stonefield featured in this new Discover Wisconsin episode all about Wisconsin Great River Road! This episode features so many wonderful people and locations that make this part of our state so special! Make your travel plans today! ... See MoreSee Less
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We had a busy day yesterday as we welcomed back the Monitor Windmill after much needed restoration. The windmill was damaged in a wind storm in the spring of 2022. Thank you to Ivan Block and his team (brother & nephew!) from Wausau for their amazing work. Thank you to Ralph Mumm and Randy Hampton for their assistance. Findorff Construction repaired the base and will be back soon to paint!
Stonefield Historic Site's Monitor Windmill is beautifully situated in our 1901 farmstead. Monitor Windmills were sold by the Baker Manufacturing Company of Evansville, Wisconsin. It was named “Monitor” for the famous Civil War ironclad ship the USS Monitor. Make plans to join us this summer to see our beautiful windmill! ... See MoreSee Less
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Thanks for a job well done !
Thank you. It looks great.
Great job.
Lindsey Johanningmeier
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Thank you to Mr. Isaac Okey and the Cassville National Honor Society for helping with lawn work. We greatly appreciate your help! ... See MoreSee Less
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Thanks for your help