Special Places to Visit

SPECIAL PLACES TO VISIT

 Resource Environmental Solutions (RES)

 Applied Ecological Services (AES) joined RES in February 2021 as one of the nation’s longest-standing ecological restoration firms and a leader in applying the science of ecology to land-use decisions. RES consulting and construction professionals offer comprehensive, integrated expertise in ecological science, natural area restoration, geospatial services, engineering and landscape architecture.

Focusing on protecting and restoring the ecological health of our natural environment, RES work can be seen throughout the United States.


RES is also the parent company of

Taylor Creek Restoration Nursery.

Contact Info

Phone

608-897-8641

Location

17921 W Smith Road
P.O. Box 25
6Brodhead, WI 53520


RES Website 

 https://res.us/                            

 Taylor Creek Restoration  Website  https://www.taylorcreeknurseries.com/                   

Brodhead Airport

The Brodhead Airport, with its three grass runways, is home to the very active EAA Chapter 431. Founded in 1946, the airport is privately owned and is home to over 55 hangars and 75+ aircraft. The airport hosts a number of events and fly-ins every year!

For More Info

Location

P.O. Box 304
Brodhead, WI 53520

Website

www.eaa431.org

Contact

webmaster@eaa431.org


The Clarence Covered Bridge History

The history behind our beautiful small town of Brodhead in Southern, WI and how the Clarence Covered Bridge has evolved over the years.


Brodhead History | Brodhead Historical Society

Brodhead Historical Society: Clarence Covered Bridge - Monroe Times (themonroetimes.com)

Old Clarance Bridge | Postcard | Wisconsin Historical Society (wisconsinhistory.org)


Did you know that Wisconsin has 6 historical Covered Bridges throughout Wisconsin!

The 6 Last Remaining Covered Bridges in Wisconsin (onlyinyourstate.com)


For More Info

Head over to our Covered Bridge Days Page (under Tourism, Annual Events) to plan your next trip in celebration our annual Covered Bridge Days!

Decatur Dairy

You are invited to visit this award-winning cheese factory that has won numerous state, national, and international cheese-making competitions! Decatur’s Retail Store offers 100 varieties of cheeses most cut fresh off the block and carry the best cheese curds in Green County!

Take a drive out and enjoy the rolling hills of the county side and stay for lunch and enjoy our famous grilled cheese sandwiches and fresh scooped ice cream.
Open 8am to 5pm Monday through Saturday

Contact Info

Location

W1668 Highway F
Brodhead, WI 53520

Phone

608-897-8661

Website

www.decaturdairy.com

Half-Way Tree

Native Americans once told early settlers of Brodhead about a bur oak tree that marks the half way point from the Great Lakes to the Mississippi River. A U.S. survey team found that the Indian runners had been remarkably accurate. This tree is still located south of Brodhead on Half-Way Tree Road!

Historical Downtown Brodhead/Depot Museum

Brodhead's downtown Square is listed in the State and National Registers of Historic Places. Come enjoy strolling through the area to see the well-maintained buildings in a friendly city that was established in 1856. Our city also has numerous historical homes to admire. Check out our many shops, which include antique malls and specialty gift shops. Visit the Depot Museum and learn about the railroad's importance to Brodhead and Brodhead's famous Civil War Brass Band. During a visit to the museum you will also learn about past farming and printing practices and see many other interesting displays.

Hours

Open from Memorial day to Labor day
Wed, Sat, Sun, and holidays 1-4pm  or by appointment

Location
1108 1st Center Avenue
Brodhead, WI 53520

Phone

608-897-4150


                                                         Website

          https://www.brodheadhistory.org/depot-museum/

Pearl Island Corridor

The picturesque Pearl Island Recreational Corridor provides ample opportunity to getaway without venturing far. The trail features the Mill Race, Headgates Park and the Decatur Lake Dam. Small motor boats, pontoons and canoes/kayaks can easily access the water here.

Contact Info

Phone

608-897-2159

Location

W690 Golf Course Rd.

Brodhead, WI 53520

Kelch Aviation Museum

Located on the peaceful countryside Brodhead airport, The Alfred & Lois Kelch Aviation Museum celebrates the Golden Age of Aviation - the science, the technology, and the stories that launched aviation into the modern age.


Based around the stunning vintage aircraft that our namesake Alfred Kelch collected, our museum brings the story of the Golden Age of Aviation to life. The aviation legacy of the years between the World Wars changed the course of history, and at Kelch Aviation Museum we keep that legacy alive through education, preservation, and good old barnstormer-style pizazz.


Admission is free. Larger groups requesting a guided tour should call for an appointment.


 

Contact Info

Location                                                          Phone  
N2463 Airport Rd.                             608- 897-1175
Brodhead, WI 53520   

Mailing Address                                       
P.O. Box 122 

 Brodhead, WI 53520            


                                                  Website

   https://www.kelchmuseum.org/product/biplanes-at-brodhead


Hours

Monday-Closed

Tuesday-Closed

Wednesday 10AM–4PM

Thursday 10AM–4PM

Friday 10AM–4PM

Saturday 10AM–4PM

Sunday 10AM–4PM


Ten Eyck's Apple Orchard

 Once you taste these crunchy, fresh apples, you'll want to make this a regular stop!

 

  • Apples straight from the 50-acre orchard
  •  Over 50 varieties
  •  Early apples available - must call
  •  Available at the Dane County Farmers' Market in Madison

 

Contact Info

Location

W964 Highway 11 & 81
Brodhead, WI 53520

Phone

(608) 897-4014

Website

http://www.teneyckorchard.com/


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