The collection features authentic shrunken heads historically prepared by the Jivaro people of Ecuador.
The museum houses a multi-piece collection of artwork created entirely from recycled scrap metal and automobile parts.
Several displays utilize interactive elements like visual illusions and 'impossible' balance tests.
The building is situated in the heart of the original 1850s Wisconsin Dells commercial center.
Some exhibits focus on human physical anomalies and rare medical historical oddities.
The facility includes a 'spinning tunnel' that creates a disorienting sensory illusion for walkers.
Ripley's Believe It Or Not in Wisconsin Dells is a permanent Odditorium featuring a collection of over 200 exhibits centered on the bizarre, the impossible, and the historical. The facility is located on the historic downtown Broadway strip, a primary corridor for Dells tourism. Visitors move through themed rooms displaying shrunken heads, rare animal skeletons, and intricate works of art crafted from unconventional materials. The museum operates as a self-guided walkthrough experience. It remains a fixture of the Wisconsin Dells family entertainment district. The venue showcases artifacts curated from Robert Ripley's original world travels and modern additions to the collection.
The oversized, eccentric entrance facade featuring the classic Ripley's logo and thematic, eye-catching decor.
Go on a weekday morning to avoid the heavy pedestrian crowds typical of the Broadway strip.
Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the floor layout involves constant standing and walking through multiple rooms.
Check the official website before visiting, as exhibit rotations occasionally occur during the off-season.
Don't rush through the exhibits; many of the smaller, text-heavy descriptions contain the most fascinating context about the items.
Operates on a seasonal schedule with extended daily hours during the summer peak and reduced availability in the winter months.
