On this episode of Our American Stories Barry Levinson was once the head of Wisconsin's Criminal Appeals Division arguing cases before the United States Supreme Court Then the Boston Red Sox lost the World Series and a sleepless trip to a grocery store somehow sent his life in an entirely different direction he started collecting mustard Levinson tells how that unlikely obsession eventually became the National Mustard Museum in Middleton Wisconsin home to more than mustards from around the world Along the way he shares the Supreme Court victory he credits to a jar of mustard in his pocket the [... more]

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The National Mustard Museum in Middleton, Wisconsin, is dedicated to the preservation and celebration of mustard, a condiment with a rich history and cultural significance. Founded by Barry Levinson, a former lawyer and Red Sox fan, the museum showcases over 6,000 different mustards and hosts an annual international mustard competition. Levinson shares his personal story of how he became a mustard enthusiast and how it led him to create the museum, highlighting the unique flavors and uses of mustard in various cultures. [... more]

The founder of the National Mustard Museum in Middleton, Wisconsin, shares his unique journey of collecting jars of mustard, which began after a Red Sox loss in 1986. He discusses the history of mustard, its universal appeal, and the various types of mustards, including sweet, Dijon, and herb mustards. [... more]

The National Mustard Museum in Middleton, Wisconsin, is a unique institution dedicated to the history and variety of mustard. Founded by Barry Levinson, a former lawyer, the museum showcases over 6,000 different mustards from around the world. Levinson's passion for mustard began after a life-changing experience in 1986, and he has since become an expert on the condiment, even writing a children's book about it. [... more]