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 Judge Montgomery Cothren came to
Mineral Point from Brooklyn New York in 1839, educating himself
in the rule of law. He was admitted to the bar in 1843 and served
as a delegate to the Lower House of the Territorial Legislature
in 1847-1848. He became a member of the State Senate and in 1852
was elected Judge of the Fifth Judicial Court, an office held
for 12 years. The family estate was built in 1853 and was the
site of many happy occasions. Though the Estate fell on hard
times during the depression, it has since been lovingly restored.
The blown glass windowpanes in the main residence are original
and feature the Cothren family names etched into the glass, which
was common at the time. Should it interest you, we can indulge
you in many other fun historical facts, but we encourage you
to come, be our guests and become a part of the history of The
Cothren Estate. |
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Southwest Wisconsin is full of treasures,
but Mineral Point is especially rich with history as we are one
of the oldest communities in the state, as well as the heart
of the 1820’s mining community. The town is home to attractions
such as Pendarvis State Historic Site, Shake Rag Street, the
Iowa County Fairgrounds, The Mineral Point Opera House, and much
much more. While visiting, be sure to check out the famous galleries
which include the Johnston Gallery, The Mineral Point collection,
Bruce Howdle’s Gallery, Harriet Story’s Story Pottery,
Leaping Lizard Toys, Long Branch Gallery, The Green Lantern,
Livery Antique mall and more. Or simply go on a drive and see
the bucolic rolling hills and quiet grazing herds that calm and
delight many. |
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| The Cothren House 320 Tower Street Mineral Point, Wisconsin 53565 (608) 987-1522 e-mail: cothrenhouse@yahoo.com |
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