Featured Attractions
Fun for all ages.
To go on a shopping trip through Dodge County is to journey back in time. Small-town hospitality is the rule and excellent customer service is the norm. You'll find solid values as well as one-of-a-kind items at the many Dodge County shops and galleries. Check out these featured retailers:
Horicon Marsh Boat Tours (Horicon)
Tours depart from Blue Heron LandingHwy. 33 by the bridge
Horicon
(920) 485-4663
800-814-4474
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April (weekends only)–Sept: Canoe & kayak rentals, guided & unguided trips.
May–Sept: 2-hr. Birding Adventures
May–Sept: Sightseeing Tour, Blue Heron Landing Gift Shop
July-Sept: Sunset Cruises
Open: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat & Sun 9am-4pm.
Closed: Oct. 23, 2011
Horicon Marsh International Education Center (Horicon)
N7725 Hwy. 28Horicon
(920) 387-7860
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Horicon Marsh International Education Center serves as a gateway for visitors to Horicon Marsh and features an auditorium, two classrooms, traveling exhibit areas and art shows, a research library, gift shop and a large public viewing area with a spectacular view of Horicon Marsh. The 25,000 square foot world-class facility is located between Horicon and Mayville on HWY 28. Open daily 9am to 4pm weekdays and 10am to 4pm weekends. Visit horiconmarsh.org for event listings and other information.
Schauer Arts and Activities Center (Hartford)
147 N. Rural St.Hartford
(262) 670-0560
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The Schauer Center is the Kettle Moraine’s regional center for the arts—staging professional touring performances through its Performing Arts Series as well as performances by schools and its resident groups. The Schauer Center also offers classes in the visual and performing arts for all ages.
Hours of operation: Office—Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; Box Office—Mon-Fri 11:30am-5:30pm and 1 hour prior to performances.
Seippel Homestead and Center for the Arts (Beaver Dam)
1605 N. Spring St.Beaver Dam
(920) 885-3635
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The Seippel Homestead and Center for the Arts, managed by the Beaver Dam Area Arts Association, features six exhibits each year, including a wildlife and landscape exhibit, an area high school art exhibit, a Holiday Gift Gallery, and several other major exhibits of national, state and area artists’ works. The BDAAA offers a yearround gift shop, classes, clubs, and special programs and events.
Waldvogel's Pumpkin Farm (Juneau)
N7416 Cty. IJuneau
(920) 885-9590
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Join us for our Fall Fun Fest September 24–October 30, 2011. Homegrown fun on the farm includes hayrides, six-acre corn maze, barnyard buddies, mini golf, Lost Mine, Gemstone Mining, Mine Shaft Slide, acres of pumpkins, caramel apples, pies, and a whole lot more. Weekend farm train rides and Chuck Wagon Grill. Located between Beaver Dam and Horicon on County Road I, 1¼ miles north of Hwy 33.
Widmer's Cheese Cellars (Theresa)
214 W. Henni St.Theresa
(888) 878-1107
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For over 80 years, Widmer’s Cheese Cellars has been embracing manufacturing techniques handed down through three generations of cheese makers. Try our hand-crafted original Brick and Colby cheeses, or our Cheddar in ranges of mild to extra sharp. Escape to an operational Wisconsin cheese factory, and choose from over 70 varieties of cheese and sausage. Watch the cheese being made as you shop our retail store. Tours by appointment only. Hours: Mon–Sat 7am–5pm. Sun (June thru Oct): 10am–4pm.
