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Open
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sat. & Sun.
Memorial Day weekend thru Labor Day weekend
795 N Main St. Viroqua, WI 54665
Lt. Col. Cyrus M. Butt built one of Viroqua's oldest
homes in the federal style in 1890, after his valiant service in the Civil
War. He and his wife, Margaret (McAuley), raised their five children in
this home and left it to their daughter, Jane. Lt. Col. Butt went on
to distinguish himself in his law practice and public service. Lt. Col.
Butt was a progressive thinker and was ahead of his time. |
Lt.
Col. Cyrus M. Butt
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Orbec
and Hilda Sherry
Orbec and Hilda Sherry purchased this house from Jane
Butt in 1947, furnishings intact. Orbec Sherry was well known for the
breeding of the famous Brown Swiss cow, Jane of Vernon, "Queen Mother"
of the breed, and his international cattle trading.
Jane of Vernon pictured at the age of 11 |
Hilda Sherry was
active in many community organizations such as church, 4-H, and local theater
productions. She also enjoyed being hostess and entertaining in her home
the many international business associates of her husband.
Upon Mr.
Sherry's death in 1988, the Vernon County Historical Society purchased the home
and its furnishings.
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Many original pieces remain
with the house, including a Rococo square grand piano
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A 'modern' laundry with washing machine, ironing board, irons and laundry basket. |
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The kitchen with a versatile cooking stove. |
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A bureau with lamp and photo of a family member |
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The Sherry-Butt house is also open by appointment by
calling (608) 637-7396. A Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Social is held annually on the
lawn on the 4th of July.
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