Middleton: Mustard Museum, Art and Nature

Middleton: Museum, History, Art and Nature

There are several distinct themes to choose from during a stay in Middleton: a museum in the city center, trails exploring local history, outdoor art and a protected natural area. You can decide what to focus on based on whether you would rather explore a collection, historic sites, works of art or the landscape.

A Variety of Mustards in the City Center

The National Mustard Museum is located in downtown Middleton at 7477 Hubbard Avenue. At the Great Wall of Mustard, visitors can view more than 6,000 varieties of mustard from all 50 U.S. states and over 70 countries. The exhibition thus brings together a wide selection of varieties from a broad range of geographic origins. Admission to the museum is free. If you would like to add a museum visit with a clearly defined theme to your stay, the mustard collection offers a focus of its own; free admission is also useful information for planning your visit.

Local History at Rowley House and on Historic Trails

Rowley House was built in 1868 by Middleton physician Newman C. Rowley. At the Rowley House Museum, visitors can see exhibits, artifacts and photographs. The house’s historical significance can thus be understood through a specific construction year and its builder; the museum adds a range of exhibits to the visit.

There are two self-guided trails for exploring historic sites. The Historical Landmark Trail includes 22 stops around Middleton. The Downtown Historic Walking Trail passes through 15 historic sites in Middleton. These descriptions refer to different types of trails: the first brings together stops around Middleton, while the second is a walking trail through historic sites. When choosing between them, you can take into account both the number of stops and the focus of each trail.

Outdoor Art

Middleton’s Outdoor Art Trail takes visitors through Middleton to view outdoor works of art. The trail features more than 30 unique art installations. While the National Mustard Museum is located at an address in the city center, the art trail extends throughout Middleton. The experience is different, too: the focus here is on viewing outdoor installations along the trail.

Nature and Trails at Pheasant Branch Conservancy

Pheasant Branch Conservancy is a protected natural area in Middleton covering 682 acres. It has hiking and biking trails. Wildlife at the conservancy includes deer, sandhill cranes, songbirds and frogs. Three distinct features come together in this area: its protected status, trails for hiking and biking, and the groups of animals that live there. If you would like to include nature and outdoor activity in your travel plans, the conservancy offers concrete options without requiring you to commit to a particular activity.

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