History lovers, arts aficionados, and farmers’ market fans will find plenty of intriguing attractions to explore in Dodge County in central Wisconsin all year round.
Take a trip through the past at historic and intriguing attractions like the Dodge County Historical Society (housed in the historic Williams Free Library building in downtown Beaver Dam), the Wisconsin Automotive Museum in Hartford, or the Octagon House Museum in Watertown, home to the country’s first kindergarten schoolhouse.
Art lovers shouldn’t miss the abundant public art found throughout Dodge County. Waupun— known as the City of Sculptures—is home to an extensive collection of works from notable local and national artists, and Beaver Dam boasts more than 20 public murals that reflect the history and spirit of the city.
In spring, summer, and fall, visitors can find fresh produce and hidden gems at farmers’ markets and flea markets throughout Dodge County.