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
Looking for a memorable adventure just outside of Madison this fall?
Join us on September 26 and kick-off Mineral Point’s Cornish Fest Weekend with your family and friends during Pub NigPendarvisdarvis!
Fun to Expect:
🎵Traditional Pub Music: Dance to the lively tunes of The Tooles.
🎉Cornish Pub Games: Get in on the fun with classic games.
🍺Drink Ticket: Enjoy one complimentary beer, cider, or root beer.
🔥Cozy Bonfire: Gather around the warm glow of our outdoor bonfire.
😋 Food Truck: Savor delicious meals from onsite food truck.
Tickets are available now: wihist.org/4ngCgFL
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When it rains, it pours! We are currently working with contractors on quickly replacing the roof on the Pendarvis Visitor Center. Thank you to Findorff for working in the wild weather this morning to get the building covered to prevent any further damages from any leaks. ... See MoreSee Less
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Join us this, Friday, August 15, for our Behind the Scenes tour! This 2 hour tour takes visitors through rooms and buildings usually off limits to visitors. This tour will focus on Bob and Edgar’s private life at Pendarvis from 1935-1970 and how they were able to make a small Cornish cottage into a nationally renowned restaurant.
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