The Historic Octagon House – Fond du Lac, Wisconsin

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The Historic Octagon House - Fond du Lac, Wisconsin This house was built in 1856 to be an Indian fort, and later was used as part of the Underground Railroad.  There are 12 rooms in the home which features 9 passageways and a hand-dug underground … [Read more...]

Leinenkugel’s Historic Brewery Tour – Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin

Leinenkugel's Historic Brewery Tour - Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin Enter the world of the 7th oldest operating brewery in the nation.  It all began when brewer Matthias Leinenkrugel brought his family to the US from Germany in the 1840's.  Although the … [Read more...]

Wind Point Lighthouse – Wind Point, Wisconsin

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Wind Point Lighthouse - Wind Point, Wisconsin This lighthouse was built in 1880 and is the oldest and tallest in operation on Lake Michigan.  The Lighthouse was fully automated in 1964.  Caretakers live in part of the Dwelling with the other part … [Read more...]

Spurgeon Vineyards & Winery – Highland, Wisconsin

Spurgeon Vineyards & Winery - Highland, Wisconsin Taste these delightful wines produced from Wisconsin cherries, cranberries and honey.  Of course there are the wonderful grapes that grow on the 16 acres located on the hill tops surrounding the … [Read more...]