World's Largest 'M'
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Features
- Free Admission
- Yes
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Natural Attractions Type
- Parks, Forests, Trails
- Scenic Vistas
World's Largest 'M'
West Mound Rd. - Platteville, WI 53818
Information:
608-348-8888
The World's Largest 'M' located in Platteville is constucted of limestone and weighs approximately 400 tons. Constructed in 1937, the giant 'M' measures 241 feet by 214 feet. The letter represents the first mining school in the United States. Visitors in the area can climb the 280 steps beside the 'M' and enjoy a panoramic view of the tri-state area!
What's Nearby
Events
Places To Stay
Dining
1
Farm to Table Drive-Thru Dinner
8/09/2024
Platteville - 3.22 miles away
2
Southwest Music Festival
7/20/2024
Platteville - 3.6 miles away
3
Hometown Festival Art & Craft Fair
7/27/2024
Platteville - 3.65 miles away
4
Southwest Christian Music Festival
7/28/2024
Platteville - 3.68 miles away
5
Annual Hometown Festival Week
7/20/2024 - 7/28/2024
Platteville - 3.95 miles away
6
Paint the Point
8/07/2024 - 8/10/2024
Mineral Point - 14.14 miles away
7
Jammin' on the Porch
6/14/2024
Mineral Point - 14.18 miles away
8
Kids From Wisconsin in Dodgeville
7/21/2024
Dodgeville - 20.41 miles away