There's A Charming Village Of Shops Hiding In Wisconsin And You've Got To Visit
By Daniella DiRienzo|Published July 01, 2019
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Daniella DiRienzo
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Though Daniella was born in New York and has lived in a couple of other states, Mississippi has been her home for more than 30 years. After graduating from the University of Southern Mississippi, Daniella began to hone her writing skills through various internships. In the years since, she’s had the privilege of having her articles appear in several publications, such as the Mississippi-based Parents & Kids Magazine. She’s also had the honor of interviewing actress Sela Ward for The Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience.
If you’re looking for a completely unique day-trip destination, look no further than the Village Shops at Down A Country Road. Just as the name implies, it’s a group of shops in a remote locale. But what the name doesn’t tell you is how incredibly charming the shops are. Or that they carry a great mix of merchandise, which includes Amish goods, locally-made items, and unique wares from national markets. Take a look:
A true hidden gem, the Village Shops At Down A Country Road is tucked away in the heart of Wisconsin's largest Amish community.
Step inside, and you’ll find a wide variety of goodies, like jams and jellies, noodles, home-made candies, honey products, maple syrup, pancake and bread mixes, and other food products.
Younger visitors will surely appreciate Country Corner Ice Cream Shoppe and Kinner Korner Children's Shop, which carries an array of furniture, toys, and gifts for the wee ones.
The village also includes several gift shops, where you’ll find all sorts of unique wares and one-of-a-kind items - some of which are sourced from markets around the country.
So, are you ready to pay a visit to this charming group of shops? The Village Shops at Down a Country Road is open May through October. For more information, call (608) 654-5318. You can also visit the Village Shops website or Facebook page.
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