As a seasoned woods walker, and wild food forager, I have found that Morels have three growth patterns. They can just grow singly, or in a small cluster. However, the third way is what causes morel frenzy in the first place, and that is the “Mother Load.” The motherload isContinue Reading
By Kylie Compe – Nestled in the backwoods of Barneveld, Wisconsin is a cute little barn that houses Botham Vineyards & Winery. Bright green trees loom over the little gravel road like something out of a fairytale as you pass by the vineyards and little house on the hill. DrivingContinue Reading
Dodgeville is geographically located among sandstone bluffs, steep hills and gently rolling farmlands. The surrounding area is referred to as “unglaciated” because it was untouched by the glaciers that shaped much of the region’s topography. It is also referred to as the “driftless region” because the absence of glaciers meantContinue Reading
By: Matt Schumann – On July 2nd I took a drive west from my apartment in Madison, WI, and headed into the rolling suburbs past the city limits. Throw a rock south of the “Beltline” (Madison’s Hwy 12, 18, & 14 combo that swoops under the city’s southern border runningContinue Reading
Carl’s earliest memory of being in a canoe was on the Sugar River, near Brodhead Wisconsin sitting on the bottom of his family’s first canoe, just a little in front of his Dad, who was paddling stern. his brother was in front of the center thwart and Mom was paddlingContinue Reading
Come for a week of wood firing in the Anagama kiln. Bring 60-80 bisque pots and take a few shifts stoking the kiln! Pieces MUST be made from a cone 10 clay body. When you are not at the kiln, feel free to throw pots in the studio, hike trailsContinue Reading
Celebrate the beauty of light in the heart of winter at the Sankta Lucia Social! The day begins with afternoon workshops where children can create seasonal crafts and learn how to shape lussekatter, the saffron buns traditionally served during Sankta Lucia. Any children or teens wishing to participate in theContinue Reading
Join us for a heartwarming evening celebrating German holiday traditions! Folklore Village is proud to host the Madison Maennerchor, Wisconsin’s oldest German singing organization, for the first time in a decade. Founded in 1852, the Maennerchor’s mission is to preserve German and American choral music, culture, and Gemütlichkeit—a feeling ofContinue Reading
Experience the magic of the season at Folklore Village’s most eagerly anticipated event of the year—German Tree Night! This family-friendly evening begins with a community potluck at 6:00 PM. Afterward, help us light a 14-foot evergreen tree with 50 real candles, creating a breathtaking holiday moment. The night continues withContinue Reading
Calling all artists, musicians, and enthusiasts! Folklore Village presents its monthly Open Mic nights, where talent meets community in a welcoming environment. From aspiring artists to seasoned performers, all are encouraged to share their talents at our in-person Open Mic events, held on the third Tuesday of every month. Sign-upsContinue Reading
Join us for the 77th Annual Festival of Christmas & Midwinter Traditions, a beloved Folklore Village tradition since 1947! Founded by Jane Farwell to counter the commercialization of the season, this festival brings together people of all ages to celebrate holiday customs from around the world. The event features danceContinue Reading
Saturday Night Socials harken back to the early days of Folklore Village, when Jane Farwell organized evenings at her farm featuring folk dance and music, games, food, and fellowship, all put on by volunteer power. We continue to host a few Socials a year, some in Farwell Hall and someContinue Reading
Join Us! Adamah Art Studio is an art education center focusing on fine art with a specialization in ceramics. The art campus is composed of a year-round clay studio, a summer studio, an Anagama wood kiln and a retreat center with dining hall and lodging. When: Season 2024 Where: 4681 CountyContinue Reading