Kenosha

The shores of Lake Michigan make the perfect destination for some summer time exploring. Our 2019 travels included a visit to Kenosha, Wisconsin. This Upper Midwest city offers visitors a simple to navigate downtown that we found quite easy to walk. Museum lovers, like us, will find plenty of sites to explore, and a bonus that they are low cost or even FREE. We chose one of our mornings for traveling through time at two of Kenosha's history museums. Both of these are part of a trio of FREE museums, with the third being the Kenosha History Center. (You can read about that [...]

What do you get when you revitalize a 100-year old building into a boutique lodging option? For us, it was a chance to stay in the upscale Stella Hotel & Ballroom, just a few blocks from the shores of Lake Michigan. This patch of land held the oldest malting plant in the state, before its fiery end on St. Patrick's Day of 1914. From the ashes, the current structure rose as a local Elks Club. What we found is that the new owners are embracing the past, while adding a host of modern amenities. We want to thank Visit Kenosha and Stella Hotel [...]

Finding the local favorites can lead to some good meals and delightful experiences. In Kenosha, Wisconsin, we dropped by The Coffee Pot to sample one of their hearty breakfasts. This unique diner has more to it than meets the eye. A neon sign had caught our attention, which means it was serving its purpose. We discovered that the sign was made in the 1930s, and had been found laying on the roof. Once repaired, it was put back into use to guide diners to this cozy restaurant. A steady stream of locals told us that they must serve up some good eats, while [...]

When I added a visit to the Civil War Museum, in Kenosha, Wisconsin, I knew that Crystal wouldn't be as excited as I was. This changed when we met Peggy Gregorski, who would provide us with an amazing tour. While I spent the majority of my time taking photos, Crystal took in the interesting narrative from our guide. Located near the edge of lake Michigan, this museum focuses on the Upper Midwest's contribution to the "war between the states".   We want to thank Visit Kenosha and the Civil War Museum for their hospitality. Rest assured that all opinions are our own.  Honoring All [...]

Traveling to the shores of Lake Michigan, in late Spring, can bring an assortment of weather conditions. Being from the Midwest, we are familiar with the saying "If you don't like the weather, wait five minutes." Our first day of exploring Kenosha had been filled with a cool breeze and occasional drizzle. While we had prepared for any conditions, we were looking forward to our plans for a Happy Hour stop at Ashling on the Lough. The chance to sample an authentic Irish pub experience was sure to warm us up.  We want to thank Visit Kenosha and Ashling on the Lough for [...]