Explore Wisconsin Trivia Quiz

Answer: Madison

The Wisconsin Capitol building rests on a thirteen acre plot in the middle of the isthmus that constitutes Madison's "downtown". Locals call it the "Capital Square". Construction began in 1906 and was completed in 1917 at a cost of 7.25 million. By law, no building in Madison is allowed to be taller than the Capitol, 284 feet.

The eight blocks surrounding the Capitol are filled with shops and restaurants. There are many events held on the Square including parades, farmers' market, concerts, cycling races, and even political protests.

Answer: Pabst

Captain Frederick Pabst was the 'Beer Baron'. He earned the name 'captain' by piloting ships on the Great Lakes during his youth. He married the daughter of Philip Best, a brewer, and rose in the company and became its president. He had a gift for marketing. At the Chicago World's Fair in 1893, he introduced 'Best Beer' and hung a blue ribbon on the display, even though it did not win a blue ribbon. Pabst never corrected the misconception.

The Pabst Mansion stands as a symbol to the "Gilded Age" of American capitalism during the nineteenth century. Construction began 1892 with a final cost of 254,000 dollars. It was sold and for awhile was the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Milwaukee. After a struggle, it became a national monument. The Pabsts were great art collectors.

Answer: Frank Lloyd Wright

Frank Lloyd Wright told his wife he was building Talisin as a residence for his mother and sister. He was actually building it for himself and his mistress Martha Mamah Borthwick. She, her children, and several other people were murdered in 1914 by a mentally ill servant. Wright used Taliesin as a training facility for aspiring architects. Wright was of the Prairie School of Architecture that believed that buildings should be a part of the landscape, not an intrusion. Taliesin survived fires, murders, hostility from local residents, and Wright's lifestyle. Eventually he moved to Arizona to a spot he called Taliesin West.

Answer: Lambeau Field

Curley Lambeau was born Earl Louis Lambeau, but if you look up a picture of him you can see why he was known as 'Curly'. He helped establish the Green Bay Packers in 1919 as a community relations project sponsored by a local meat packing firm. Lambeau became its player/coach in 1921. During his player days as halfback, he was the first to throw a pass and the first to kick a field goal. He retired as a player in 1929 and became a full-time coach for the next twenty years.

The Green Bay Packers are community-owned and the season ticket requests are many years long. In 1957, the community built what was called City Stadium. When Lambeau died at 68 from a heart attack, it was renamed in his honor.

Answer: National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame

The Hall of Fame is hard to miss--it is inside the fish. You might also meet Santa Claus during the holiday season.

In addition to the muskie, Hayward hosts the annual Chequamegon Fat Tire Festival that has a large gathering of off-road mountain bike riders. Over 2500 bikers take part.

Cross-country skiers flock to Hayward each year for the Birkebeiner skiing race, the largest cross country ski race in North America.

At Hayward you can also see the Lumberjack World Championships in lumberjack games such as log rolling, chopping, sawing, and chainsaw events.

Answer: The House on the Rock

The House on the Rock is very difficult to describe to someone. It is more akin to an experience. When you visit, be well-rested and wear a comfortable pair of shoes because you have a long day ahead of you. Driving through the gate you are greeted by stone gargoyles beside the road. Inside you will find a multiplicity of automated bands and orchestras (some you have to feed coins), a locomotive, objects of historical interest, shops and restaurants. Plan for a four hour minimum just to walk through and appreciate the displays. My favorite room contains the world's largest indoor carousel. Buzz Lightyear would be blown away by the infinity room.

Legend has it that the beginnings of the House on the Rock were when Frank Lloyd Wright told a young architect that he "couldn't design a chicken coop". This tale has been proven false, but nonetheless Sid Boyum began construction of the original early House on the Rock in 1945. In 1957 Alex Jordan, Jr. took over and began expansion. It opened as tourist site in 1959.

Answer: It was originally a Civil War training camp

Camp Randall came into being as a basic training facility for Union soldiers. It is estimated that 70,000 troops were trained there. Later, about 9000 Confederate rebels were brought there as prisoners of war. Camp Randall maintained a military connotation as late as World War Two when WAVES trained there. It was named for the Wisconsin governor during the Civil War, Alexander W. Randall.

The name carries so much tradition that there has never been a serious attempt to change the name.

Besides football, it has hosted concerts, outdoor hockey games, and movies in the summer.

Answer: Harley Davidson

The Harley Davidson Museum is a captivating destination that showcases the rich history and culture of the iconic motorcycle brand. Located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the museum features a vast collection of vintage motorcycles, interactive exhibits, and engaging displays that offer insights into the evolution of Harley Davidson. Visitors can explore the exhibits, learn about the company's pioneering innovations, and appreciate the enduring legacy of these legendary bikes.

Answer: Beer

In the late 1960s the G. Heileman Brewery built six large storage containers for its beer and painted them to resemble Old Style beer cans. Competition forced Heileman out of the market in the early 1990s and the tanks fell into disuse. A local company was formed and reopened the brewery, and in the process repainted the tanks. Whether the tanks contain beer on any given day is not clear as the company has diversified and produces tea and energy drinks, as well as beer.

Gambrinus, the "King of Beer", stands across the street hoisting a golden stein of lager and guarding the brewery and six pack from harm.

Answer: Milwaukee Art Museum (Milwaukee)

Santiago Calatrava designed the present Milwaukee Art Museum that opened in 2001. The structure contains a movable, wing-like 'brise soleil' which is a French name for a sun shade. It has wingspan of 217 feet during the day. At night or in inclement weather it folds up.

A 23 mile an hour gust will close it down. The sculpture has become much beloved and is considered a new symbol for the city of Milwaukee.