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  • Places of ‘Superior’ History

    Posted on: 6/6/2013

    Traces of the Chequamegon Bay region’s rich past are evident in the craftsmanship of Bayfield’s enduring hillside mansions and in the names of the city’s founding figures still visible in the sandstone blocks on historic downtown buildings. But beyond such incidental evidence there are a number of places dedicated to the important work of preserving stories of the past.

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  • Discovering Wisconsin’s History: Burial Mounds

    Posted on: 5/14/2013

    Between 800 BC and 1200 AD, Native Americans built over fifteen thousand burial mounds in Wisconsin. That’s more than anywhere else on the continent.

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  • And on That Farm, He Had a Wooly Mammoth

    Posted on: 4/21/2013

    It’s 1964, and a man cutting a drainage ditch through Kenosha farmer Frank Schaefer’s field hits something. Something that knocks him clean off his feet.

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  • Wisconsin Architecture’s Unique Appeal

    Posted on: 3/21/2013

    Wisconsin is known nationally for its state parks, lakes, and rolling hills. But the state’s man-made beauty is just as fascinating. From grandiose to off-the-wall, Wisconsin architecture has something to capture every visitor’s interest. Here’s a sampling of our favorites!

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  • Curtain Call: Wisconsin’s Theatres with History

    Posted on: 1/8/2013

    If you can tear your eyes away from the stage, you might notice that sometimes, the real sight to see is the theatre itself. Wisconsin’s gorgeous theatres have stories as rich as the ones you see on stage. So hold on to your playbills, tuck away your ticket stubs and queue up a special presentation of some of Wisconsin’s best venues.

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  • Happy Trails: Take a Wisconsin Nature Walk

    Posted on: 11/27/2012

    Winter in Wisconsin is just around the corner and with it comes a flurry (pun intended) of outdoor winter activities.

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  • Find Endless Family Fun in Wisconsin

    Posted on: 11/24/2012

    Finding fun activities for the whole family is a breeze in Wisconsin. There are tons of museums to discover, oodles of indoor amusement parks to explore, and kid-friendly activities to enjoy.

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  • Wisconsin's Native American Hidden Gems

    Posted on: 11/18/2012

    Drums pound, feet stomp and colors swirl. Wisconsin’s rich Native American culture is matched only by the beauty of its stunningly preserved tribal lands and waters.

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  • Around the World at the West Allis Holiday Folk Fair

    Posted on: 11/6/2012

    Experience a whole world of culture in one place, in one day. (Or three days, if you’d like.) This year’s Holiday Folk Fair International in West Allis is November 16th through the 18th. The country’s premier cultural festival has it all: Music. Dance. Food. Arts. Explore the customs and traditions of a variety of cultures, taste regional cuisine, and enjoy art and entertainment from across the globe at this family friendly festival.

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  • Wisconsin Coffee Shops: Make it a Day Trip

    Posted on: 11/1/2012

    There’s nothing like a good cup of coffee during Wisconsin’s chilly months. We’ve put together some of our favorite coffee shops and cafés in the state. Grab a friend, a drink, some homemade bakery and hit the road! Trust us, you’ll need the energy so you can check out all the activities and attractions nearby. Here are a few itineraries to get you started.

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