Area Attractions
For detailed information on these and other area attractions or special events, please visit the following web sites:
www.elkhartlake.com
www.plymouthwisconsin.com
www.sheboygan.org
Museums
Henschel's Indian MuseumN8661 Holstein Rd, Elkhart Lake, WI 53020
Located on an archeological dig site, this museum features a collection of Native American copper, pottery and other artifacts dating from 8,000 B.C. Open Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Sheboygan County Historical Museum
3110 Erie Avenue, Sheboygan, WI 53081
Museum complex includes a stately brick building reflecting Judge David Taylor’s career and the era of 1850-1900; the 1864 Weinhold Family Homestead; the 1890’s Schuchardt Barn with rural agricultural displays; and the 1867 Bodenstab Cheese Factory with early commercial cheese making implements. A recent addition of 20,000 sq. ft features seasonal displays, temporary exhibits, classroom, and the museum store. Changing exhibits include Indian history, ice harvesting, maritime, circus, local sports, medical pharmaceutical, early agricultural and related trades. Closed Sunday and Monday.
Wade House State Historic Site
W7965 State Highway 23, Greenbush, WI 53026
A refurbished stagecoach inn dating from 1850 is the highlight of a historical complex that also features the Wesley Jung Carriage Museum and Herrling Sawmill. The site offers a glimpse of life in the area around the time of the first white settlers through tours, a theatre with wide screen presentations and horse-drawn carriage rides through the grounds. Open Seasonally.
Wesley Jung Carriage Museum
W7965 State Highway 23, Greenbush, WI 53026
Home to Wisconsin's most extensive and diverse collection of carriages, sleighs, wagons, and more, the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum contains 70 horse- and hand-drawn vehicles. Self-guided tours allow you to explore, at your own pace, the vehicles that transported people and goods so important to a growing American economy.
Herrling Saw Mill
W7965 State Highway 23, Greenbush, WI 53026
This authentic 1860's replica of a working water-powered sawmill is located at the Wade House Historic Site. Demonstrations are given daily. Open Seasonally.
Elkhart Lake Depot Museum
Corner of Rhine and Lake Streets, Elkhart Lake, WI 53020
This century-old railroad station houses original depot furnishings and memorabilia that chronicle the resort community's history. Open from Memorial Day through September.
Kohler Design Center
101 Upper Rd, Kohler, WI 53044
A video presentation, art gallery and museum provides a glimpse into the rich heritage of Kohler Co. and the Village of Kohler. The Design Center also features a collection of innovative Kohler Co. products, services and resources that contribute to the gracious living ideal. More than 25 kitchen and bath exhibits showcase the talents of nationally-recognized designers and offer imaginative settings for decorating ideas. Open Mon - Fri, 8 am - 5 pm; Saturday, Sunday and most holidays, 10 am - 4 pm. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Free admission.
Galleries and the Arts
Abler Art Glass Gallery16205 Little Elkhart Lake Rd., Kiel
A contemporary gallery of creative concepts in glass with works by more than 60 artists.
Drees Woodcarvings, Gifts & Antiques
N7776 Little Elkhart Lake Road, Elkhart Lake
The production studio of Jan Drees features many sizes of hand-carved figures with specialty Santas and St. Nicks. Also concrete garden ornaments and stand-alone statuary. Open by appointment only.
Plymouth Art Center
520 East Mill Street, Plymouth
The largest non-profit Arts organization in Western Sheboygan County. Full fine art gallery schedule.
Two Fish Gallery
41 N. Washington St., Elkhart Lake
This gallery, set in an Arts & Crafts bungalow and gardens, features art and crafts in all mediums by 50 regional and national artists.
Victorian Village Theater
283 Victorian Village Drive
Offers musicals, original plays, children's theatre and dinner theatre in a 100 year-old resort theater.
John Michael Kohler Arts Center
608 New York Avenue, Sheboygan
JMKAC features fresh exhibitions of contemporary art in all mediums as well as an ongoing schedule of the performing arts.
Bookworm Gardens
1415 Campus Dr., Sheboygan
Bookworm Gardens is a vibrant, playful garden that enhances children's literature, the natural world, and the imagination. The two acre garden offers the young and young at heart the opportunity for free, unstructured play in a beautiful and secure environment.
There is no admission fee for individuals and families, donations are appreciated.
Motor Sports
Road AmericaHwy. 67, Elkhart Lake
North America's longest natural road racing facility holds professional and amateur events from April through October.
Farms
Meuer FarmN 2564 U.S. 151, Chilton, WI 53014
Wisconsin Agricultural Tourism Association’s 2013 Business of the Year! From strawberry picking to hayrides, farm animals, educational tours, making maple syrup, pumpkin picking and a corn maze - spend a few fun-filled hours or a whole day on a farm!
For detailed information on these and other area attractions please visit the following web sites:
www.elkhartlake.com
www.plymouthwisconsin.com
www.sheboygan.org
Henschel's Indian Museum
Wade House State Historic Site
Herrling Saw Mill
Abler Art Glass Gallery
Two Fish Gallery
John Michael Kohler Art Center
Road America
