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Hartford

Split between Dodge and Washington counties, the city of Hartford offers many learning opportunities in addition to numerous outdoor activities for which the Kettle Moraine area is known. For the automobile enthusiast, Hartford houses the Wisconsin Automotive Museum. This museum displays classic and vintage vehicles as well as other artifacts. Hartford is proud of its strong manufacturing history and commitment to remaining a leader in the area of Wisconsin-based good manufacturing for years to come!

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Kids from Wisconsin in Hartford Hartford July 26 The Kids From Wisconsin revue is produced in collaboration with some of this country's best writers, arrangers, and choreographers. Costumes are designed and...
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American Accents: A Festival of Fine Arts & Crafts Hartford August 12 Annual event featuring 80 exhibitors nestled along Rubicon River. Live “music under the trees.” Food by Hartford Lions.
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Jack & the Beanstalk Hartford August 18 - August 19 What happens when a young boy plants Wonder Beans in his own backyard? For Jack, it is the beginning of a great adventure. With a little help from P.T. Wonder...

Things To Do

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Kettle Moraine State Forest - Loew Lake Unit Hartford The Loew Lake Unit is a picturesque valley including the winding east branch of the Oconomowoc River, the 23-acre Loew Lake, and two smaller lakes. It is open...
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Wisconsin Automotive Museum Hartford The museum displays the largest collection of antique cars and trucks in Wisconsin, featuring the rare KISSEL automobile built in Hartford from 1906-1931. Also...
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Hartford Outdoor Farmers' Market Hartford Home Grown and Home Made is our theme. Come shop for produce, plants, flowers, bakery, crafts and more! Located in the parking lot of the Hartford Rec Center...

Places To Stay

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Westphal Mansion Inn Bed & Breakfast Hartford 1913 English Tudor Mansion, overlooking downtown, is a blend of history, luxury and charm. Suites are decorated with antiques, elegant linens, and vintage bed,...
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Jordan House Bed & Breakfast Hartford Built around 1900, the Jordan House is located in a quiet neighborhood 1 block south of downtown Hartford.
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Kettle Moraine State Forest - Pike Lake Hartford Powder Hill, a 1,350-foot glacial kame, offers panoramic views of the park's unique glacial topography. Part of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail. There are...

Dining

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Hank's Restaurant & Drinkery Hartford We offer a full lunch and dinner menu, including delicious, freshly-made Sandwiches, Fresh Cerified Angus USDA Burgers, Dinner entrees, Mexican food, Salads,...
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Mineshaft Bar and Restaurant Hartford The Mineshaft, Wisconsin's Largest Restaurant & Bar is located in the heart of downtown Hartford, not far from the rolling hills of the scenic Kettle...
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Scoop De Ville Ice Cream and Old Fashioned Treats Hartford Life is short, eat dessert first! 1950s inspired old fashioned ice cream shop and soda fountain. Featuring home made ice cream, sundaes, ice cream sodas, hand...

Featured Stories

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Wisconsin's "Dairyland Dream 18" Golf We picked 18 of the best holes in Wisconsin. From border to border, they represent the best of what Wisconsin has to offer on the links.
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Trains, Planes and Automobiles; Wisconsin Museums Cover Them All Things to Do Transportation buffs love Wisconsin. We keep their motors running, literally and figuratively, with a brace of transportation museums that are unparalleled...
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A Wisconsin Journey to Energize Your Spirit Architecture This enriching itinerary includes religious landmarks, historic sites, hikes along picturesque trails and tucked-away B&Bs.