Monona, Wisconsin has stepped out of our Capitol’s shadow and onto center stage offering a history and experience all its own. We invite you to take a reprieve from the hustle of downtown and rediscover yourself on the shores of Lake Monona, or by chasing down a new adventure on our Monona Lake Loop bike path. Take in all that nature has to offer, appreciating the scenery and wildlife; you may even spot the beloved sandhill cranes. Whether you are here for an afternoon, day, weekend, or are looking to move to the area and join our community, let us help you discover all that Monona has to offer.

Even before its incorporation as a village in 1938, Monona’s cultural foundations encompass rich historical roots from the people who settled on the land years before. Learn about the original settlements by the Ho-Chunk People and tribes that used to travel through Monona, as well as legacies from the Prohibition Era and after. Much of Monona’s history can still be seen throughout the area on our historic walking tours, including the infamous Black Bridge and the Ho-Chunk effigy mounds. Learn how Monona’s rich history has shaped the city and its people.