Heritage Hill- a break from everything.
Holiday season is in full swing and I can actually feel my blood pressure rise. Not to worry, I'm not going to start ranting about…
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The Harley-Davidson Museum-Industry and pop culture
America's longest running motorcycle company needs little promotion, as its logo and bikes are Iconic. Yet, a museum exhibiting a menagerie of bikes it has…
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History Museum at the Castle-Mystery and lore
The tale and secrets of an enigmatic icon are exposed in the confines of a historic masonic temple, sure to have secrets of its own. …
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Wisconsin Historical Museum-A museum in mad town
When Wisconsin was introduced as the thirtieth state in 1848, there was little in the territory besides a forested wilderness. Since then, much has changed. …
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Sturgeon Bay- Historic Shipbuilding town.
Different from any other tourist location on the Door Peninsula, Sturgeon Bay is the only city in the county, boasting a population of around 9,000. …
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Fish Creek- My family Meets in the classic Door County setting
The northern part of the Door peninsula is littered with small towns that owe their existence to tourism. All have their unique features, yet, remain…
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Minocqua- North Woods island haven
Fall is here! The temps are gradually falling and the tree tops appear brighter, as their leaves transform the forests into colorful murals. So, again,…
The National Railroad Museum: Tales of travelers past
When someone mentions the word train, two very different images pop into my head. First, there are the trains I've learned about from my history…
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Cherney Maribel Caves: not the typical Wisconsin lore
Sometimes, as is the case today, I stumble upon an interesting fact or historical artifact that inspires a swirling imagination. Never mind that the crumbling…
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Wisconsin Maritime Museum
When someone mentions maritime history on Lake Michigan, what do you picture? Myself, I imagine a wayward clipper succumbing to an autumn torrent, as it…
