House on the Rock, Tourist attraction in Iowa County, Wisconsin, United States
The House on the Rock features numerous rooms, streets, gardens, and shops built upon a 200-foot tall rock formation called Deer Shelter Rock.
Alex Jordan Jr initiated construction in 1945 as a simple picnic area, and by 1959 transformed the site into a public attraction.
The complex gained recognition through Neil Gaiman's novel American Gods and music videos by bands including 10,000 Maniacs and The Raconteurs.
Visitors access the attraction at 5754 State Highway 23 in Wyoming, with three distinct tour options exploring different sections of the complex.
The structure contains what management declares as the largest indoor carousel, featuring 269 animals, none of which are horses.
Location: Iowa County
Inception: 1959
Architects: Alex Jordan, Jr.
Architectural style: modern architecture
Website: https://thehouseontherock.com
GPS coordinates: 43.10000,-90.13611
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:08
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