Potosi Brewery

Potosi Brewery is a brick building in Wisconsin housing both an operating brewery and a National Brewery Museum. The museum displays extensive collections of brewing equipment, bottles, and memorabilia from American brewing history.

The brewery was founded in 1852 and grew to become a major producer in Wisconsin before closing in 1972. Its long operation shaped the town's industrial identity and brewing heritage.

The building combines an active brewery with a museum showcasing American brewing traditions through bottles, cans, and vintage equipment. Visitors can see how these objects reflect the region's brewing heritage and practices.

The site opens several days a week with extended hours on most days. Plan time to explore both the active brewery and the museum displays.

The building contains underground caves from the original structure that are used to store and age specific beer varieties using traditional methods. These caves are a rare surviving example of early brewing practices still in operation.

Location: Potosi

Inception: 1852

Made from material: brick

Address: Main Street

GPS coordinates: 42.67694,-90.72556

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:09