Museums


The National Brewery Museumâ„¢ and research library preserve the rich history of America's breweries through the preservation of brewery memorabilia and advertising. Changing displays will highlight various breweries and collectibles. The Potosi Brewing Company Transportation Museum tells the story of how an industrial building on the Great River Road made use of the river, the highway and the railway. Through exhibits and interactive displays, the history of the Potosi Brewery is told through various modes of transportation.


Passage Thru Time Museum - Glimpse the proud and passionate past of Southwest Wisconsin during her adolescent years. Experience life in the early 19th century as you walk through time. Models, exhibits and displays containing historical views of the Potosi Brewery, early mining, agricultural achievements, and Indian arrowheads. The Museum is open daily from May 15 to approximately September 15, Tuesday thru Saturday, noon until 4 pm. Contact person is Kathy Wolfe, 608-763-2406. For other days, contact the Sportsman Shack to connect with Historical Society members and Community Leaders who can give tours.