Mineral Point
Cornish Mining
State: Wisconsin
County: Iowa County
Founded: 1827
Abandoned: Semi-ghost
Peak Population: Lead mining
Mineral Point was settled by Cornish lead miners in the 1820s. Shake Rag Street got its name from wives shaking rags to call miners to dinner. Pendarvis Historic Site preserves Cornish miner's cottages. The town is now an arts destination.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: Half day
Quick Facts
- Shake Rag Street
- Cornish miners
- Pendarvis Historic Site
Location
Address: Mineral Point, WI
Coordinates: 42.85, -90.1833