by Discover Wisconsin | Aug 17, 2017 | Arts & Culture, History, Ho-Chunk Nation
As Wisconsinites, we laugh at the attempts of non-locals trying to pronounce many of our unique Native American town and city names. Although we love these places, how well do we know the history of their name origins?  Milwaukee Translating to the “rich and...
by Discover Wisconsin | Aug 15, 2017 | Family Friendly, History, Summer, Things To Do
August is here, and Wisconsin’s sunflowers are all grown up and ready to share their beautiful bursts of brightness with the world! Many of us know that they follow the sun and grow a bit taller than your average flower. But did you know they’ve been to space, or how...
by Discover Wisconsin | Aug 7, 2017 | Arts & Culture, Fall, Family Friendly, History, Outdoor Recreation, Things To Do
La Crosse sits on the iconic Mississippi River and is nestled amid beautiful bluffs, giving it an almost mountain city feel. Besides the gorgeous views, the city boasts a fabulous restaurant scene, unparalleled festivals and plenty of fascinating tourist attractions....
by Discover Wisconsin | Aug 1, 2017 | Food & Drink, Summer, Things To Do
One of the best things about summer in Wisconsin is finally getting that fresh, local, farm-grown produce we’ve been craving all winter. Whether you pick it up at a farmer’s market or your local grocery store, nothing beats the crunch of a fresh apple or the sweetness...
by Discover Wisconsin | Aug 1, 2017 | Family Friendly, History, Outdoor Recreation, Things To Do
Disc Golf started gaining traction in Wisconsin when the first courses were created between the late 1970s and 1990s. Since the 2000s, hundreds of new courses have popped up all around the state and the sport has become much more recognized by the public. Let’s...
by Discover Wisconsin | Jul 27, 2017 | Food & Drink, History, Summer, Things To Do
Hot weather is here to stay and people are rushing outside for some sunbathing and lakeside swimming during these summer months. This means that everyone is also bringing out their grills and making some savory summer dishes. One of the many reasons to love Wisconsin...
