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Spring Green, Wisconsin

"WEAPONS EXHIBIT: This features more beautifully cased pistols from the Alex Jordan Collection. Some of the more interesting include a derringer concealed in a lady's wooden leg."

"ORIENTAL ROOM: A distinct Oriental flavor is present throughout the entire complex of The House on the Rock, but even more so in this room which is highlighted by exquisitely carved ivories. Many consider this to be one of the finest privately owned collections anywhere. Also featured are hand-carved cork exhibits, enormous porcelain vases numerous other examples of the fine arts of the Orient."

"CROWN JEWEL COLLECTION: Featured are replicas of the Tower of London's Crown Jewels. The collection also includes the royal tiara collection, various crowns of nobility, famous jewels of the world and swords of state."

At this point my batteries give up the ghost but I'm almost done with the tour so no biggie. The following is what I failed to capture on digital.

"ARMOR COLLECTION: All the armor featured in this elaborate collection was made for The House on the Rock. Shades of King Arthur's Knights of the Round Table are evident in a Gothic armor display. Samurai armor reminiscent of the days of Shogun are also exhibited. Jordan's recreation of Hannibal crossing the Alps seems to be the most popular diorama."

"CANNON BUILDING: This displays a cannon of colossal proportions, along with a three-level and a two-level fantasy doll merry-go-round with hundreds of bisque dolls, many riding ponies. It has unusual sculptures such as the "Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse," as well as the World's Largest Castle."

"REFRESHMENTS: The Garden Cafe has many choices such as hamburgers, hot-dogs, salads and soups. In addition, a wide assortment of refreshments are available throughout the tour, including outstanding Pizza at Rozino's."

"GIFT SHOPS: A wide assortment of exclusive House on the Rock souvenirs and mementos are available at both the main gift shop and Uniquely Ours."