Tag Archives: Walker House

Weekend Roundup!

Posted on January 22, 2015 by mineralpoint

Baby, it’s cold outside, but there are lots of reasons to get out and enjoy Mineral Point this weekend. There are events for the film lover, music lover, food lover, 4th-of-July lover and history lover. Friday The Ballad of Shovels and Rope: … Continue reading →

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4th of July In January

Posted on January 22, 2015 by mineralpoint

Two years ago, photographer Linda Webster from Racine, WI visited Mineral Point on the 4th of July.  She was so impressed with the city’s celebration that she vowed to return in order to photograph all the day’s events from the … Continue reading →

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Tour de Hay

Posted on October 1, 2014 by mineralpoint

For many years, Clarence and Bonnie Pittz have been painting a hay bale at their farm.  It’s a friendly pumpkin on the highway as you head toward Platteville.  This year, they added a sign “HAYLLO.” Clarence and Bonnie have some … Continue reading →

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One Night – Two Halloween Events

Posted on October 25, 2013 by mineralpoint

This Saturday night there are two costume parties in town.  With a little planning, you can go to both. Beginning at 5:30, The Walker House hosts the Chamber of Commerce family friendly Halloween Party!  Walker House owners Kathy and Dan … Continue reading →

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I Scream, You Scream . . .

Posted on May 17, 2013 by mineralpoint

There’s something to scream about again down at the Walker House.  And, it’s not ghosts.  Owners Kathy and Dan Vaillancourt report: “the ghosts have left the building.” Instead, you’ll be screaming for ice cream – Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream!  And pizza … Continue reading →

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