A Treasure Trove of Vintage Charm and Stories! There are many opportunities to Shop Small in Kenosha – and that includes at SGT. PICKERS in the Uptown neighborhood. Here’s a portion of my recent interview with the shop’s owner John Henken to learn the inspiration behind the store. In a nutshell…
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-Check Back For Labor Day 2025 Information- Spend the weekend in Kenosha, Wisconsin! Labor Day weekend is seen as the unofficial end of summer – though the calendar says otherwise! If you’re looking for something fun to do over the long holiday weekend, here are some ideas: 1. Climb a Lighthouse…
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There is an abundance of history to be appreciated in the Kenosha Area. Anyone interested in yesteryear, nostalgia, or architecture will appreciate Kenosha’s four historic districts. If Kenosha’s five museums were subjects in school, the titles could read “Natural Sciences”, “Fine and Decorative…
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In honor of International Museum Day (May 18), I share with you information about Kenosha’s five museums that are all within a one-mile radius in Downtown Kenosha, near the Lake Michigan shore. May you take the time to visit one or all of them next time you’re in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Dinos, mammoths…
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Date Ideas In Kenosha In need of fun date ideas? Don’t worry. Whether it’s a first date, or you’ve been married for 30 years, we’ve got you covered. Ideas for the “free dates” couple! 1. Lake Vibes It’s no secret that Kenosha’s views of Lake Michigan are unmatched … and guess what? They are FREE…
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The National Day of Giving takes place the Tuesday following Thanksgiving. Please consider supporting a nonprofit organization in the Kenosha Area. Show some love by making a monetary donation to (or becoming a member or volunteer of) a favorite: museum art gallery music organization other cultural…
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Kenosha has not one, not two, but FIVE museums that are fun and informative for all ages. Three museums – The Civil War Museum, Dinosaur Discovery Museum, and Kenosha Public Museum – offer their very own I-Spy Activities tailored to each museum experience so you can jump right in and test your…
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In September 2022, the 150th Wallace Fountain Anniversary was celebrated in Paris. How does that apply to Kenosha, you may ask? We have our very own Wallace Fountain! You may have seen the fountain – at the Place de Douai in HarborPark. While it’s been here since 2001, more people will now know…
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Visit Kenosha June 22, 2022 Update: The sculpture is now up! V isit it today! Keep reading for the story behind it! Long, long time ago …Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, The Big Bopper, and Dion and the Belmonts played in Kenosha. That show, the second on the Winter…
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Growing up, museums and historic homes/sites were always on the itinerary of my family’s vacations. I have wonderful memories of exploring country music, baseball, art, science, and much more. Some families, however, may be hesitant to include these places. Will their kids be bored? Is there enough…
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