Check out a curated list of some of our Oconomowoc favorites. These spots have something going on year-round. From historic exhibits and charming shops to local events and lakeside dinners, here are six must-visit spots to start exploring! 1. Oconomowoc Historical...
For the Ho-Chunk Nation, the sacred drum unites and brings people together to rejoice and celebrate. But as the number of Native language speakers dwindles, the drum and its songs have become essential guardians of cultural memory and identity. Each beat carries not...
On November 10, 1975, a violent storm roared across Lake Superior with fierce winds, towering waves as high as 30 feet, and blinding snowfall. By nightfall, one of the Great Lakes’ largest and most respected freighters, the Edmund Fitzgerald, had vanished. All 29 crew...
On the stormy night of November 10, 1975, the Edmund Fitzgerald disappeared beneath the icy waves of Lake Superior. Half a century later, Wisconsin’s maritime communities are not only remembering the tragedy but also celebrating the deep, enduring ties the ship and...
This November 10, 2025, marks 50 years since the tragic sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald. It was a Monday in 1975 when a fierce Lake Superior storm claimed the 729-foot freighter and all 29 crew members aboard. The tragedy was not only felt on the lake but across the...
On November 10, 2025, the Great Lakes will mark the 50th anniversary of the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald, a haunting event that remains one of the most gripping maritime mysteries in Wisconsin’s history. As this anniversary approaches, step back onto the stormy...
This October, embark on a spine-chilling journey through the state’s most haunted locations, where eerie legends, restless spirits, and mysterious happenings await those brave enough to explore! From the cursed hills of Lincoln County to the haunted theaters of...
Beadwork in the Ho-Chunk Nation is much more than crafting beautiful patterns. It is a sacred tradition rich with stories, history, and identity. Each bead is a thread that connects people to their ancestors, the natural world, and their community, preserving a vital...
Ever feel that itch to hit the road just to see what’s around the next bend? Pepin County is that spot at the intersection of scenic and unexpected. This is small-town Wisconsin at its best! Whether you’re cruising the Great River Road in peak fall color, watching ice...