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Stoughton is in Southwest Wisconsin. Stoughton is a lovely town of 13,000 located just 15 miles south of Madison. Founded in 1847 and known for its Norwegian heritage, including the famous Syttende Mai celebration of Norwegian Independence Day on May 17th. Stroll the tree-lined streets of Stoughton's historic neighborhoods and see hundreds of beautiful Victorian-era homes. Explore the community's vibrant Main Street featuring shops and galleries full of art, jewelry, antiques, and collectibles.

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The nearest airport is Dane County Regional Airport in Madison. From the airport, take I-90 to Highway N, and turn right on Highway 51.

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  • 1 Stoughton Opera House, 381 East Main Street, +1 608 646-0019, . The Stoughton Opera House first opened in 1901. It is one of the largest second story theaters in the Midwest. The opera house was completely restored in the 1990s and hosts a variety of local, regional and national musical and theater acts each year. Stoughton Opera House (Q7620557) on Wikidata Stoughton Opera House on Wikipedia

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  • 1 Lake Kegonsa State Park. An excellent boating destination and offers great fishing for bass, walleye, panfish and northern pike. The state park features boat launches as well as scenic nature trails. Lake Kegonsa State Park (Q6476433) on Wikidata Lake Kegonsa State Park on Wikipedia

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  • Madison is 20 minutes to the north on Highway 51, offering the great usual restaurants and cultural activities of a capitol city.
Routes through Stoughton
Wausau Madison  N  S  Janesville Rockford


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