Wisconsin’s Stonehenge? Visit Kinstone Sculpture Garden
Explore Kinstone, Wisconsin’s modern-day Stonehenge, where ancient wonder meets natural beauty for an awe-inspiring adventure! 🌳🗿✨
Quick Summary
Discover the mystical allure of Kinstone, a unique stone sanctuary in Wisconsin.
- 🗿 Explore over 100 standing stones, including stone circles and a megalithic dolmen.
- 🌳 Immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of natural buildings and lush gardens.
- 🌌 Experience a place of contemplation, star-gazing, and connection with nature.
Wisconsin’s Stonehenge
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Did you know Wisconsin has its own take on “Stonehenge”? Kinstone Sculpture Garden is in Fountain City, a small town overlooking the Mississippi River.
Just imagine stones as heavy as 35 tons and as tall as 23 feet! 😮 It’s like walking into a different era of history. Established in 2010, this place is serene and makes you feel an instant connection with the outdoors.
A Sanctuary of Stone and Nature
Kinstone is nestled on a breathtaking 30-acres, surrounded by bluffs – offering stunning views and a peaceful retreat. 🌄
You’ll find over 100 standing stones, including three stone circles, a megalithic dolmen, and even a classic 7-circuit labyrinth! There’s also a thatched, cordwood chapel, and a straw-clay cabin. It’s not just about the stones; the food forest and raised bed gardens add a touch of green magic. 🌿
Plan Your Visit
The land is rolling and peaceful, and you’ll want to explore every corner of the garden once you get there🚶♂️🎒
Pack a water bottle, sunblock, and wear your most comfortable shoes. The terrain can be a bit rough and steep, but it’s totally worth it. You can spend a few hours exploring, attend a workshop, or even catch a concert on some days.
A Modern Megalithic Garden
Every corner of Kinstone is crafted with care. 🌼
From the stone circles to the artful natural buildings, it’s a feast for the eyes and soul. The place invites you to meditate, contemplate, or just chill. You can even leave a prayer at the Tree of Intention. 🌳
The Highlights
🗿 The Great Stone Circle: Built in 2011, it’s the largest of the three stone circles and a marvel of modern engineering.
🗿The Chapel of Creation: A unique space for reflection, built with traditional cordwood construction.
🗿 The Kinstone Labyrinth: A meditative path that feels like an outdoor amphitheater.
🗿 Dolmen and Circle of Mystery: Ancient-inspired structures that stir the imagination.
🗿 The Three Witnesses: A no-touch, visually stunning dry-stack sculpture.
🗿 Stargazer Circle: Perfect for lying back and admiring the stars.
Summary: Wisconsin’s Stonehenge, Kinstone Sculpture Garden
Wisconsin’s Stonehenge is pretty cool, don’t cha think?
Kinstone is more than just a place; it’s an quiet place of beauty and the outdoors. It connects you with the earth, sky, and your inner self. You’ll leave feeling refreshed and maybe a bit more in tune with nature. 🍃
Know Before You Go
Kinstone Sculpture Garden is a perfect day trip if you’re in the region, or a great stop if you’re heading to nearby Winona, MN. Kinstone is about 2 hours southeast of Minneapolis/St. Paul.
- Location: S3439 Cole Bluff Lane, Fountain City, WI 54629
- Hours: May 1 – October 31, 10am to 6pm daily, including holidays. Open by appointment off-season.
- Admission: $10/person, $8/ages 6-15, Free/ ages 5 and under
Where the Heck is Fountain City, Wisconsin?
🎉 Did you know Kinstone is less than 20 mins away from our charming hometown of Winona? Plan your weekend getaway now with our Ultimate Guide from a Local: Things To Do in Winona, Minnesota.
A Note from our Editor…
We rarely watermark photos on JackAndKitty.com because we trust that our readers will not steal our content. That said, you’ll notice in today’s post all of our photos are (unfortunately) watermarked. We were invited to Kinstone by the owner. This was NOT a paid collaboration and we were NOT compensated in any way. We had heard that this is a cool attraction and we wanted to share this with our readers as a fun thing to do.
While on site, Jack took many photos, videos and (towards the end of our visit) operated a drone to get aerial content. While the drone was in flight, the owner approached him and said once we published today’s blog, she would be grabbing these photos from our website and turning them into postcards or posters which she could sell in her giftshop. This made him very uncomfortable as no compensation for our time or efforts was offered and her comments were made in a somewhat odd way.
To prevent our work (and time) from being stolen, we have made the choice to watermark these photos. Please understand Travel with Jack and Kitty is a labor of love and is largely ad-free. If you’d like to support our work info is below.
Can we ethically recommend a visit to Kinstone? Of course. It’s beautiful, peaceful and an intersting activity the whole family will enjoy. Were we personally hurt by the owner’s behavior? Yes. As independent travel bloggers and photographers, it’s hard to make a living when you’re going up against sites like Trip Advisor, Reddit, Yelp and Frommers. Money to pay for accommodations and travel to these sites, maintain our website, upkeep equipment, etc is all out-of-pocket – we aren’t compensated for this. Not to mention the time and tremendous effort put in to produce daily content for reader and listeners.
We rarely talk about this side of producing quality, original content as we want to feature the best of the Midwest and let our work speak for itself.
But, in situations like this, it’s even harder to make a living with the potential for theft of your photos and videos. We are just being honest about what we personally experienced on site, and make no representation that any of these images have been, in fact, stolen or misused, or that we know the intentions of the owner other than what was said.
That said, if you do make a visit to Kinstone – we encourage our readers to enjoy your time there. It’s a truly unique attraction located in a beautiful spot in Wisconsin.
