This self-guided tour of the southwestern part of Vernon County will visit some of the former country schoolhouses or sites of the area. The route begins in Viroqua, heads out on Co. Rd. NN, travels through the hills, valleys, and prairies to Victory on the Mississippi River, then winds back to Viroqua.
Pick up a tour guidebook and map on Saturday, October 28, between 9AM and 1PM at the Vernon County Museum and History Center, corner of S. Main and E. South Sts., Viroqua. $10 suggested donation.
Then drive the tour of about 15 country schoolhouses and sites, enjoying the scenery and learning about rural architecture. Finish up back in Viroqua.
Copies of our book, Country Schoolhouses of Vernon County, Wisconsin, are available for sale for $25 at the history center.