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The charming Swiss Alps chalet-style home of Edwin Barlow in New Glarus, Wisconsin, is the home to the collection of thousands of artifacts Barlow collected during his travels around the world in the early- to mid-20th century. The museum is located just a couple of blocks from the downtown and is easily recognized as a typical chalet normally found in the Canton of Bern in Switzerland.
Barlow’s collection is vast and very eclectic. It includes a peacock pendant and earrings set once belonging to Empress Carlota of Mexico. There is a set of Etruscan earrings from 600 BC. There is jewelry and unusual jewelry cases with a secret poison compartment and exquisite pieces of Waterford and Tiffany china and crystal ware. Donated to the City of New Glarus, Chalet of the Golden Fleece Museum continues Edwin Barlow’s pride in Swiss heritage and initiatives promoting Swiss culture.
618 2nd St, New Glarus, WI 53574, Phone: 800-527-6838
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