Fall brings more than falling leaves to Wisconsin as artists hold autumnal art fairs to display their wares across the state. Fortunately I was able to be in the Cedarburg area to enjoy about half of the 40 some odd wonderful area artisans in their studios, galleries/ architectural interesting spaces from old mills to charming historic buildings whether they be farmhouses/coops / local businesses. The drizzly weather couldn't keep away the shoppers.Recently opened was the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts. Their upcoming show will be Japanese quilts, hosted by only 3 U.S. cities, Cedarburg being one of them.
The building that houses the museum is a gem in itself. What a beautiful space.
Oktoberfest was also taking place downtown and there were German outfits, music and a bier tent of course. And if one wasn't in the mood for German food, the best confectionary, Amy's, is just a half a block away filled with candy and caramel apples . http://www.amysgourmetapples.com/ BTW they ship...We opted for the Apple Awareness dipped in caramel with Milk Belgian Chocolate. Besides being yummy a percentage of its cost goes to Breast Cancer Awareness.
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The fire dept. was even open for kids to see the engines and the water truck shooting into the River. Some artist's studios are located next to the river. Cool work places.
But the absolute best part of the artist drive besides having the day with Cousin Michi was seeing the last covered bridge in the state. Isn't it a beauty? It's no wonder that many weddings are photographed here. The sun finally came out ending a wonderful day of enjoying beautiful art whether it was crafted today/ in years gone by.
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Cedarburg is such a beautiful city - I've been to the Quilt Museum before but missed seeing the covered bridge. They are so lovely and there are so few left.
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