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In West Bend, The Museum of Wisconsin Art displays the exquisite paintings of German/American master Carl Von Marr. More than twenty works of contemporary art can be enjoyed on a stroll along the intriguing West Bend Sculpture Walk. The city’s winding Riverwalk provides gorgeous views of the Milwaukee River. West Bend is also known as the “Geocaching Capital of the Midwest,” offering more than 450 caches within a seven-mile radius.

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Joy Ride: Designing Trek West Bend April 14 - August 05 In the winter of 1975, two gentlemen met at a dimly lit bar in a classic Wisconsin supper club where they engaged in a deep debate over what to call their...
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Daniel Gerhartz: The Continuum of Beauty West Bend April 14 - July 29 In a world overpowered by negativity and darkness, Kewaskum painter Daniel Gerhartz sheds light on the continuum of beauty that surrounds us. View a mid-career...
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Jenie Gao: Survival Tools West Bend April 14 - July 29 In this site-specific installation, Madison artist and printmaker Jenie Gao focuses on two main subjects: the gundog and the bulldog. One represents war and...

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Badger State Outboard Association (BSOA) West Bend Formed in 1942, the Badger State Outboard Association exists to provide opportunities to its members to participate in the sport they love: power boat racing....
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Sandy Knoll County Park West Bend Scenic nature trails wind around prairie, woodland and pond areas. Shelters, picnic area, hiking trails, snowmobile trail access, fishing, play fields,...
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Lazy Days Campground West Bend Northwoods camping only 29 miles north of Milwaukee. Over 300 sites and 79 acres of summer fun and recreation. Spring fed lake for great swimming and great...

Places To Stay

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Wellspring B&B West Bend Wellspring B&B is a unique country setting on an organic farm nestled in a Kettle Moraine river valley. As an Agritourism destination, guests can...
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Country Inn & Suites by Carlson West Bend Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, West Bend, WI provides guests with easy access to the best that the area has to offer, including the Museum of Wisconsin Art...
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Cedar Valley Center West Bend Cedar Valley Center is a place to relax, unwind and reflect. Where busy professionals can take time to plan, listen and share ideas. Located on 100 acres...

Dining

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Jail House Restaurant West Bend Rustic casual fine dining at its best. Nightly specials.
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Bibinger's West Bend Bibinger's is a gastropub in West Bend, Wisconsin serving scratch cooking and hand-crafted drinks. Bibinger's is truly "old meets new" serving a new take...
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Cafe Soeurette West Bend Chef and restaurateur, Jodi Janisse invites you to share a unique dining experience in the quaint and casual elegance of Cafe Soeurette. Using fresh, locally...

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Hidden Gems at Wisconsin County Fairs Fairs & Festivals Events County Fairs in Wisconsin are a highlight of the summer, and there’s something iconic about each fair to keep visitors coming back year after year. Here are a...
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5 Can’t-Miss April Events in Wisconsin Fairs & Festivals From bluegrass to grilled cheese, alpaca fiber to a fishing contest, April offers a fresh slate of events ready to help you spring out of a winter rut.
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Breakfast on the Farm Other Specialty Foods Celebrate dairy month with breakfast on the farm! Family dairy farms in Wisconsin offer the opportunity to sample country hospitality and enjoy a fantastic...