Grant County

Grant County is an administrative county in southwestern Wisconsin, featuring rolling hills, forests, and rivers across its landscape. Lancaster functions as its administrative center, housing government offices and public services for residents and visitors.

The county was established in 1836 from parts of neighboring Iowa County. Lead mining in the 19th century attracted numerous settlers and shaped the development of several towns across the region.

The county holds several historic churches and public buildings that reflect its heritage from early settlement times. Visitors walking through the towns can observe the different architectural styles brought by various immigrant communities who settled here.

Lancaster is easily accessible and offers essential public services in a central location. Visitors should plan for travel time between scattered towns, as the area is primarily rural in character.

Lead mining in the 19th century created entire towns and left behind underground tunnel systems still visible today. These mines reveal the story of generations of workers and entrepreneurs who fundamentally changed the region.

Location: Wisconsin

Inception: 1836

Capital city: Lancaster

Shares border with: Crawford County, Lafayette County, Richland County, Iowa County, Jo Daviess County, Dubuque County, Clayton County

Website: http://co.grant.wi.gov

GPS coordinates: 42.86000,-90.71000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:23