Kenosha County, WI


Kenosha County is the perfect place to enjoy miles of Lake Michigan shoreline, relish the area’s rich history, or visit beautiful rural communities to get away from it all. Whatever the pace of your stay, Kenosha County delivers. With Lake Michigan on the east, and crystal clear inland lakes on the west, this area supplies the perfect water activity to float everyone’s boat. You can take a charter on the lake and try your hand at reeling in “the big one,” or enjoy the great activities along the shore. Kenosha County also offers an opportunity to journey into the past while visiting many historic places. From an array of cultural entertainment, such as plays, musicals and art galleries, to a wide variety of shopping opportunities, this county has it all. Sunrise to sunset, the Kenosha area never leaves you with a shortage of things to do and see.

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The Kenosha Area: A Gem on Lake Michigan

Air: Jun 16-17, 2012;Jul 16-17, 2011
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When a city like Kenosha sits on Lake Michigan, it’s not difficult to imagine there are some great opportunities for water recreation and fishing. And you’d be right. But when you explore the Kenosha area you’ll discover so much more. There are parks and beaches along the lake, charter fishing boats for the lake and marinas for your boat. But there are also museums, art centers with live performances and shopping of all sorts. You can find small unique shops or browse one of the largest outlet malls in the Midwest. There’s golf in the spring, summer and fall and great skiing and snowboarding in the winter. This episode of Discover Wisconsin will show you why Kenosha is a great destination any time of year.

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  • Kenosha Area Visitors Guide

    Get your Kenosha Area Visitors Guide here!
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  • Kenosha County Golf Courses

    Kenosha County offers a diverse range of recreational opportunities for all seasons that complement the business and residential growth of our "Gateway to Wisconsin."
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  • Anderson Arts Center

    Since its opening in April, 1992, the Anderson Arts Center has welcomed thousands of visitors. The 9,000 square foot mansion that houses the Arts Center began life as a private residence, a fact that still fascinates new visitors to the facility.
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  • Heim’s Downtown Toy Store

    A next generation specialty toy store that recognizes the importance of a balanced diet of play and developmental stimulation for today’s active children
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  • Jelly Belly

    The Jelly Belly Candy Co. makes more than 100 mouthwatering candies, including such delights as chocolates, gummies, sour candies, and confections for all the major seasons, and of course, the world's #1 gourmet jelly bean, and resides in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
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  • Seebeck Gallery

    Seebeck Gallery is Southeastern Wisconsin's most unique gallery. Since 1992, Seebeck Gallery has promoted a diverse collection of local, regional and national artists. Located in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, Seebeck Gallery reflects big city style combined with small town charm
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  • Wilmot Mountain

    The wind in your hair, the contrast of white against a deep blue sky, the laughs of friends. These things are what drives Wilmot Mountain to continue to be the leading ski and snowboard area in the southeastern Wisconsin and Chicagoland area.
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  • Taste of Wisconsin

    Of course Wisconsin is well known for its superb cheese, brats and beer, and this event will certainly showcase the best in those categories! But Taste of Wisconsin also brings you an immense array of foods and beverages that are true Wisconsin specialties.
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