Racine County 2008 Visitors Guide

HIDDEN TREASURES The DeKoven Center You can practically disappear when you relax and unwind in this hidden treasure. The DeKoven Center at 600 – 21st St. overlooks the open shores of Lake Michigan and features historic buildings, secluded grounds and magnificent gardens. Individuals and groups arrive at this full-service retreat and conference center seeking a place for continuing education, cultural arts and spiritual reflection. Tours of the facility are available by reservation, and with enough notice, a special art and antiques tour is also offered. A donation is requested, and special sponsored events are open to the public. Please call 262-633-6401 for more information. Union Grove Model Railroad Club Display All aboard! Here is a chance to travel back in time and see what downtown Union Grove looked like more than 50 years ago. The Union Grove Model Railroad Club displays replicated trains, cars, buildings and scenery to depict what railroading can do for a community. Trains run through the display, which features handcrafted, vintage models. As Union Grove and its surrounding communities continue to change, this is among the only tangible evidence of the past. Kids from 4 to 104 can enjoy this display, but it is for viewing not for touching. In 2008, the Club will hold three or four open houses at 10061012 Vine St. in Union Grove. Please call 262-878-2780 for details. Gethsemane Lutheran Church is a Gothic-style church that was built in 1919. glockenspiel — are controlled from the keyboard console. The 90-minute presentation includes a concert, demonstrations, a question-and-answer period, a sing-along, and more. Shows are presented to groups, reservations are required, and a fee is charged. Call Eileen Arnold at the Racine County CVB for reservations and information at 262-884-6407. Gethsemane Lutheran Church West Racine’s Danish Village is home to authentic bakeries, family-owned businesses, traditional residences and Gethsemane Lutheran Church. The Gothic-style church building at 3319 Washington Ave. was erected in 1919, and during a one-hour tour, visitors learn about its history. The tour guide has been part of the church’s history for more than six decades and entwines funny stories with factual bits of Gethsemane’s beginnings. Guests learn about the origin of the church, the stories behind each of the unique stained-glass windows, and the pipe organ. A hand-carved ship, dating back to Viking time, is suspended from the center of the church’s ceiling and is part of the congregation’s baptismal rituals. Tours are scheduled for daytime hours in order to maximize the view of the stained-glass windows. A nominal fee is charged, and proceeds are used for the special window-restoration fund. Call Eileen Arnold at the Racine County CVB for reservations and information at 262-884-6407. AeppelTreow Winery What’s even better for you than an apple a day? An orchard tasting experience! It’s an event you won’t want to miss. The AeppelTreow Winery is located on the grounds of Brightwoods Orchard at 1072 – 288th Ave. near Burlington. Inspired by Old World traditions, the winery specializes in Wisconsin grown and produced artisan cider. Learn about the process and sample elegant hard ciders and orchard wines. The winery is open on a limited basis. Stop by for a taste on Blossom Weekend, which is the first weekend in May, Saturdays in summer or weekends in the fall. Racine County’s numerous hidden treasures are waiting to be discovered. Seek and you will find. For reservations or additional information on the aforementioned attractions, please contact the Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau located at 14015 Washington Ave. in Sturtevant, call 800-272-2463 or 262-884-6400, or visit www.racinecvb.org. Southeastern Wisconsin Aviation Museum For all things aviation, fly — or simply drive — over to the EAA Chapter 838 Southeastern Wisconsin Aviation Museum located just off the entrance to John H. Batten Airport, 3333 N. Green Bay Road. This specialized museum features historic aircraft, a wind tunnel model, educational exhibits and so much more. It’s open on Saturday and Sunday only. Please call 262-634-7575 for more information. www.racinecvb.org • Racine County 2008 Visitors Guide • 1-800-C-RACINE 9 http://www.racinecvb.org http://www.racinecvb.org

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An Official Welcome to Racine County Kringle Hidden Treasures in Racine County Things to See and Do Great Fun on a Great Lake Cuisine in Racine Play! Sports and Recreation Parks Grid Racine Area Maps Shopping Downtown Racine On the Waterfront Where to Stay 2008 Calendar of Events Racine County Relocation and Information

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