I woke up this morning to find an alert in my email: "Daily Diversion: 10 Wisconsin towns you've…read morenever heard of before" from the Kenosha News. Joke's on them perhaps, but I have heard of three of them. But, being bored due to lots of retail shutdowns, I mapped out several of the towns that looked semi-interesting, and settled on one that was not too far away: Hyde. It's near Spring Green and Prairie du Sac, but the real draw for me was an 1800s wooden water wheel mill. Hyde's Mill was built in 1850 on Mill Creek. The mill burned in the 1870s but was rebuilt. We noticed we were coming up on a road named Mill Road, so we took the turn and lo and behold, there was the mill. There were just a few people at the site: four eating Bob's Bitchin' BBQ carryout from Dixie plates sitting on the ground and a couple standing on the bridge overlooking the mill. It was a picture perfect day with blue skies and fluffy white clouds floating by, and when I stepped out of the car I could hear the rush of water coming over the stone dam. I took a perch behind the bridge on the sloping support and sat in the sun looking at the dam and listening to the water. This visit was good for my soul, and I could have sat there for two to three times as long as I did. It ranks up there for me with lunch hour visits to the Joan of Arc chapel in Milwaukee to sit by the fountain in the sun. Not much going on in Hyde otherwise, but I would definitely go back for this.

It's not a business, just a photogenic nineteenth century mill. There's a small area to pull off…read morebut no real parking area. Can't find a place to park? Just wait, most people do not stay long.

It's totally normal that the first thing I did after moving to Madison and getting off my flight…read morewas to stop by this library and get a library card, right? RIGHT? I didn't have any of the necessary documentation to get a library card (proof of address? I don't even know my address), but the staff here was nice enough to get me through the process anyway (while cracking the best worst geek jokes).

this is definitely one of the coolest things about my neighborhood. everyone who works here is very…read morefriendly and helpful. I use the online linkcat system all the time... they alert you via email when your requests are ready for pickup, and when things are coming due. how convenient is that? if you live in madison and don't have a library card, you're silly.

This little town is very quaint the people are all friendly and seem to enjoy their gorgeous little…read moretown. My husband and I were here this past week and we just enjoyed driving thru the Main Street USA feel that the town offers as you come in thru their down area. You can immediately see that the people of this quaint town are proud of their town. The way the houses are kept and maintained quite clean and nicely mowed. The local restaurants and coffee shops are very nice and as I mentioned the people are all warm and friendly. We made a stop at a kwick trip gas station and I will upload pictures of their cinnamon buns that are heavy as a rock when you pick them off the shelves. We were told that they are baked by a local bakery and each I've had 500 calories per serving. The town is also known for their fishing and hiking areas all thru this hilly and beautiful views can be expected thought the town. We went to a place called Carrvalley Cheeses which was amazing. I have written a review for that store because that's a total story of its own.

Lots of signs to get to the top of the capitol and staff that make it easy to navigate. The view is…read moreworth the stairs and the visit. The marble throughout are grand and stunning.

It is a beautiful building. We enjoy any new displays in the rotunda area and seeing all of the…read moremarble, mosaics and architecture.

We went to visit with family and it was wonderful. This location was clean and kind staff…read more You will be going down about 70 feet. It is cold (50 degrees) on the cave tour so budle up. The tour guide was knowledgeable and answered many questions. Recommend renting the blacklight flashlights. Made the adventure for the little ones memorable. Lots of amazing treasures and vending machines. You can purchase rocks with dirt to mine in designated area. Things to know: Parking is free. No strollers allowed on cave tour. You will need to be able to climb some stairs. One part of the tour is called the Narrows so expect it be as it sounds. Restrooms are NOT located in gift shop where tour begins. So make sure you go before at the main gift shop and visitors center. They have maps for detailed information about grounds/trails, adorable barn, and cave adventures. They also offer adult parties with blacklight in the Caves.

THIS PLACE IS SO COOL!! There's so much to see in the cave, and all of the guides are so…read moreknowledgeable and friendly. The gift shop was fun too! My family and I had a great time

absolutely beautiful large modern library!! that actually has space for all ages!! they even have a…read morelittle store on the second? floor with very affordable books. it was actually so pretty, id def go here to do work or study

Excellent public library, a great place to find reading, listening material. Friendly helpful…read morelibrarians, there's a printing station if you're staying a downtown hotel for business or a scientific seminar. If you forgot your book at home there's a small but pleasant used bookstore here with a great selection of used classical CDs. Lots of interesting events. Comfortable and peaceful seating. Because democracy requires an informed and literate citizenry I consider this library to be part of the bulwark of American freedom.

Excellent space for community groups to meet; at least twice the size of their former location…read moredowntown. So many resources available, and I can't wait to see what plans they have for the new location!

You've probably never heard this story before but here we go: On June 24, 1977, Elvis Presley (yes,…read morethe King), noticed a street fight in progress and while his limo was stopped at a red light, he jumped out and threatened the fighters with a classic karate stance. The young men recognized Elvis and stopped fighting in favor of shaking hands with the star. This plaque to commemorate the event is installed where the gas station once stood. It shows Elvis with a guitar and in a pseudo-karate stance and describes the incident: "On this site, the corner of Hwy 51 and East Washington Avenue around 1 am, on June 24th, 1977, Elvis Presley was riding in the 2nd of two limousines which had stopped for a red light. He was coming from a concert in Des Moines and had just arrived in Madison. Elvis noticed a young teen on the ground being beaten by two other youths here at the former Skyland Service Station. Elvis jumped out of his limo and moved quickly to the fight scene. They admitted later that they knew it was the legendary Elvis Presley who was standing in front of them in his classic karate stance saying "I'll take you on". After a few classic karate moves by Elvis, the youths recognized him, stood and shook hands, and promised to stop fighting. Elvis asked "Is everything settled now"? Elvis was on his way to the Sheraton and his last Madison appearance. He died 52 days later, on August 16th, 1977." There's not much here now and the gas station has long since closed, but you will find parking around the corner next to a quick oil change place. A few trinkets and memorials have been left with the plaque. Long Live the King! [Review 20681 overall - 251 in Wisconsin - 1662 of 2023.]

Poignant and a nice stop for us Elvis fans. The story is told on the other review. It's a small…read moreplaque but you can see where it is from the car if you know where to look. We just parked in a side street and mosied over. Elvis passed away 52 days after this stop.