Discover Wisconsin’s Cornish
History and the Couple
Who Helped Preserve It
Every building tells a story, and at Pendarvis, there are plenty, each with a unique narrative to tell. Your journey through this picturesque cluster of stone and log structures will take you not only through the stories of the people who originally created and inhabited them, but also the story of Bob Neal and Edgar Hellum, the couple who salvaged, restored, and made these buildings shine again.
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Pendarvis
Tucked away in historic Mineral Point, Pendarvis celebrates the 20th century preservation efforts of
We had a great first day! Pendarvis is now open for the 2025 season Thursdays - Sundays through October 12. ... See MoreSee Less
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Pendarvis staff have been hard at work getting the site ready to open for the season. We've been having a great time together cleaning, resetting exhibits, and completing staff training. Thanks to all our staff for their hard work already!
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