Wisconsin Weekend: Barn Quilts, Autumn Beers

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A barn quilt in Missouri
Margot McMillen holds one of her farm cats outside her Calloway County barn adorned with a quilt pattern Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008, in Hatton, Mo. L.G. Patterson/AP Photo

The creator of the Shawano County barn quilt project joins us to talk about the art and meaning behind barn quilts. Then, a beer critic shares his favorite autumn beers.

Featured in this Show

  • How Shawano County Became The Barn Quilt Capitol Of Wisconsin

    Shawano County is the Barn Quilt Capitol of Wisconsin. These colorful squares increase tourism and encourage historic barn restoration. We talk with the man behind the Shawano County barn quilt project and learn how it’s taken off in the last ten years.

  • Beer Critic Shares What Makes A Great Autumn Brew

    In the wake of Oktoberfest celebrations, we talk about beers designed for the cooling season. A columnist describes some of his favorites and what makes a great autumn brew.

Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Jana Rose Schleis Producer
  • Keegan Kyle Producer
  • Lee Rayburn Technical Director
  • Jim Leuenberger Guest
  • Chris Drosner Guest