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From traditional cheesemaking to live music and historic crafts, visitors at the Swiss Historical Village in New Glarus got a chance to experience traditions that helped shape the community.
News Switzerland » Glarus » Commerce: New Glarus, Wisconsin offers traditional Swiss heritage, food, all on 1 tank of gas
The charming southern Wisconsin town of New Glarus has kept much of its Swiss heritage and traditions. NEW GLARUS, Wis. (WLS) -- Roz Varon continues a special series on nearby driving destinations - a ...
News Switzerland » Glarus » Commerce: 'We've kept Switzerland alive here': Polkafest marks 30th anniversary in New Glarus
NEW GLARUS (WKOW) -- The art of polka dancing was on full display in New Glarus this weekend as first time and experienced dancers showed off their moves at Polkafest. John Heller, Treasurer for the ...
News Switzerland » Glarus » Commerce: Where to eat, drink and shop in New Glarus, Wisconsin: 'America's Little Switzerland'
About 40 miles southwest of Madison and a two-hour drive from Milwaukee, New Glarus, a village with a population of around 2,000, is known as “America’s Little Switzerland.” It’s a sweet little spot ...
News Switzerland » Glarus » Commerce: New Glarus unveils new mural highlighting local culture, Swiss heritage
NEW GLARUS, Wis. — The New Glarus Chamber of Commerce unveiled a new mural Wednesday. The artwork, painted onto the old New Glarus Foods building at 421 2nd Street by local artist Chad Caso, ...
News Switzerland » Glarus » Commerce: The 5 most romantic weekend activities in New Glarus, Wisconsin's 'Little Switzerland,' according to reviews
Many couples have realized that a well-planned trip can rekindle lost intimacy and romance. While sunny beach towns remain popular romantic destinations, some are waking up to the quaint, old-school ...
News Switzerland » Glarus » Commerce: Centuries-old Swiss festival celebrated in New Glarus
NEW GLARUS (WKOW) -- New Glarus observed a centuries-old Swiss celebration called Silvesterchlausen on Saturday. The traditional event celebrated New Year's Eve, but the Swiss observe the day on ...