National Historic Cheesemaking Center

The National Historic Cheesemaking Center is located in the heart of Monroe, Wisconsin, on a restored railroad depot. It tells the history of cheesemaking in Wisconsin from the late 1800s to the early 1900s. Monroe is a small historic community in south central Wisconsin known as "The Gateway to Cheese Country" and "The Cheese Capital of the USA."

Complete with factory replicas, including an "ode to Limburger," the museum honors the importance of dairy farmers, cheese making, and all other dairy industry sectors. Retired cheesemakers and knowledgeable docents lead daily tours with 10-minute audio museum overviews. Rich with heritage, the National Historic Cheesemaking Center is located just 45 miles southwest of Madison, WI, and 95 miles northwest of Chicago, IL. Nelson-Jameson holds a sustained yearly partnership to further support the future of The National Historic Cheesemaking Center.

Our mission

The Nelson-Jameson Foundation (NJF) is focused on supporting philanthropic organizations that enhance our core value as a Golden Rule Company. Grants are targeted toward charitable programs that are related to the food and dairy industries or support charities that are important to Nelson-Jameson employees and the communities in which they reside.