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SOUTHWEST WISCONSIN
ABOUT THE AREA
The town of Black Earth is located just 40 minutes west of Madison, WI and 20 minutes south of Sauk City, WI. Madison, Wisconsin, the state capital, is a vibrant city known for its lakes, progressive culture, and strong educational presence, anchored by the University of Wisconsin-Madison. It offers a mix of outdoor recreation, arts, and dining, with a lively downtown centered around the Capitol and bustling State Street.
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Sauk City, Wisconsin, is a historic town located along the Wisconsin River. Known for its scenic beauty, it offers outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, and boating. The town has a rich history, charming local businesses, and serves as a gateway to the nearby natural attractions of the Driftless Area.
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This unique listing is also nestled at the gateway to the Driftless Area - a unique geological region that spans across southwestern Wisconsin. Unlike much of the Midwest, this area was not covered by glaciers during the last Ice Age, resulting in a rugged topography with steep hills and deep river valleys. Visitors are drawn to its scenic landscapes, outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, and canoeing, and charming small towns.​
AREA HIGHLIGHTS
TOWN HISTORY
Black Earth, Wisconsin, is a small village located in Dane County.
Prior to European immigration to this area, evidence of Indian settlements dot the Black Earth Valley. The first recorded settlement of European immigrants in the Black Earth valley dates back to 1843; approximately twenty immigrants from this Society settled in Black Earth between 1843 and 1850. The first “wave” of English emigrants was followed by Irish and Norwegian settlers, who moved into surrounding locations within the Black Earth valley. Black Earth had become the first incorporated village in Dane County outside of Madison.
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Early on, agriculture and agricultural-related businesses became a prominent fixture of this community. Home Talent baseball has had a home in this community since the inception of the organization, back in the early 1930’s. Trout fishing along the world-famous Black Earth and Vermont Creeks have also been an annual tradition since the 1890’s.
