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Swiss Historical Village

tourist site, New Glarus, Wisconsin, United States
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The Swiss Historical Village is a tourist attraction in New Glarus, Wisconsin, established in 1938. It features replicas of buildings from the original pioneer village, including a cheese factory, blacksmith shop, and sausage shop. New Glarus was founded in 1845 by Swiss immigrants from the canton of Glarus, fleeing economic hardship. The village remains largely populated by people of Swiss heritage and is known for its cheese production. The Swiss Historical Village preserves and showcases this heritage for visitors.1

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