National Historic Cheesemaking Center Museum

School (K–12)Monroe, WisconsinHours

Historic dairy artifacts and a restored cheese factory

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National Historic Cheesemaking Center Museum is a history museum in Monroe chronicling over a century of regional dairy traditions. Located alongside the Green County Welcome Center, our exhibits display historical cheesemaking tools and memorabilia, supported by guided tours from our volunteer docents. Visitors can also explore the Imobersteg Farmstead Cheese Factory, an onsite, restored one-kettle plant that once produced Brick, Swiss, and Limburger cheese from a local 40-cow dairy herd.

Carol Rufenacht
4 months ago

Lots of cheese making memorabilia. Docents are volunteers. A tour lasts about an hour and they ask for a $5 donation for ages over the age of 16. It is also a free welcome center.

Bill Y
5 months ago

Doesn't look like much from the outside, but tons of displays and the guide was awesome!

Maureen Williams
a year ago

For a fascinating look into the world of cheesemaking, visit the National Historic Cheesemaking Center. We highly recommend taking a tour to truly understand the process.

Ian Lefkowitz
a year ago

How can you visit Wisconsin without learning about cheese? A thorough and comprehensive museum, with tours led by actual practicing cheesemakers. It's also a look back in time to an era when cheese was handcrafted by local farmers. It's an essential way to understand local culture--and cultures.

Ryan Kuchenmeister
3 years ago

No doubt cheese is an important and intricate part of Wisconsin history. The museum was a surprisingly pleasant experience to walk through what that looked like, and how it affects the state economy today. Super family friendly, and great for all cheese lovers.

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