Badgers in Blue Mounds
Wisconsin is nicknamed the Badger State, not because of our wildlife, but because of our state’s lead mining history. This animal can be seen on … Read More
Category: History
Becoming a National Natural Landmark
On Tuesday, July 7th, 1987, the manager at Cave of the Mounds, Anne Bandow, received a call from Mr. Charles McKinney of the US Interior … Read More
Charles Brigham: Science Enthusiast
Science is wondrous. There is so much more to this earth than what meets the eye. Charles Brigham knew this and wanted to be involved … Read More
The Story of a Wisconsin Landmark
From diggings to discovery and beyond, select the topics below to explore the cultural history of Cave of the Mounds. What’s in a name? Cave … Read More
Cave Of The Mounds Celebrates 75 Years
In 2015 Cave of the Mounds celebrated 75 years since the Cave opened to the public. Check out this article from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: … Read More
Best Of The Burbs – Cave Of The Mounds
Madison Magazine’s Best of the ‘Burbs selected Cave of the Mounds as the winner in the Attraction/Landmark category. Read the entire story online at Madison Magazine.
Cave Of The Mounds One Of The Midwest’s Coolest Caves!
MetroParent of Southeast Michigan highlighted Cave of the Mounds as one of the Coolest Caves in the Midwest. Check it out! Coolest Caves in the … Read More
Cave Of The Mounds Receives Stewardship Award
We are so proud and honored to announce that Cave of the Mounds National Natural Landmark was nominated for and received the 2017 Governor’s Tourism Stewardship … Read More
Discovery of a Natural Wonder
Written by Stalac-Tate It all began in Blue Mounds, Wisconsin, roughly 25 miles west of Madison, at the Brigham Farm. Members of the Brigham family … Read More
Rembrandt of Lighting
Written by Stalac-Tate Many guests come from near and far to visit Cave of the Mounds National Natural Landmark! Although most guests comment or ask … Read More