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Attractions
BOAT RENTALS
◆ Outdoor Recreation Center Rental equipment for canoeing, kayaking, shing, biking and disc golf. Located at Washington Street Park. Open Saturdays and Sundays, June-September noon - 4 pm. Weekday rentals and group rentals available by calling 608-326-7207, Mon-Fri. (prior reservation required). Rentals subject to availability. Co-sponsored by Prairie du Chien Park & Rec Dept. and Local Boy/Cub Scouts.
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CASINO
◆ Casino Queen Slots, table games, regional and headline entertainment in the Sevens Bar. The Buffet serves breakfast only on Saturdays and Sundays, with lunch, and dinner available seven days a week. The casino is also open 7 days a week, www.casinoqueen.com, 800-4-YOU-BET (800-496-8238), Hwy 18 W, Marquette, IA.
Prairie Du Chien Country Club
Maple Leaf Bar & Restaurant Friday Night Fish Fry • Noon Lunches
Banquet Rooms/Outdoor Pavillion
Business Meetings/Weddings/Graduation & Christmas Parties Located 5 Miles South of Prairie Du Chien on Hwy. 18 Phone: (608) 326-6707 www.play18atpdccc.com
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FARMERS MARKETS
◆ Prairie du Chien Held Saturdays May through October, 8 am - 1 pm at Lucky Park, downtown Prairie du Chien, contact 608-326-0960. Markets also held at various other locations in Prairie du Chien.
◆ Ferryville, WI Held Saturdays, May 15 - October 23, at the Sugar Creek Park, Hwy 35, 608-734-9077, www.visitferryville.com.
◆ Marquette, IA Held Friday nights, May 21 - October 8 at the Driftless Area Wetlands Centre, 563-873-3537.
GOLFING
◆ Prairie Fun Land 18 hole mini golf course, go-karts, bumper cars, bumper boats, trampoline basketball, video arcade, driving range, water wars, children’s bounce castle, and refreshments, open 10 am daily from Memorial Day weekend to August 31, open weekends only May, Sept. & Oct. (weather permitting), available for group parties, 608-326-0888, 515 Paquette St., (west of Culver’s), Prairie du Chien. ◆ Prairie du Chien Country Club 18 hole scenic golf course open to the public, par 72, power carts, bar & grill, 608-326-6707, Hwy 18 South, Prairie du Chien.
◆ Barnyard 9 Scenic golf course open to the public, par 21, rentals for golf clubs and carts, 608-326-2141, 32800 County Rd K, Prairie du Chien.
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Open Daily10am -5pm Free Wine Tasting Daily
Live Musicinthe WineGardenJune-Oct. 563-873-1905
127 North St. Marquette,IA52158
1mile from
Prairie du Chien, WI www.eagleslandingwinery.com
HISTORIC TOURS
◆ Fort Crawford Museum The Museum is located on the Fort Crawford Military Tract. The Fort Crawford Hospital is the only remaining structure of the second Fort Crawford. At Fort Crawford, Black Hawk surrendered to the Indian Agent Joseph Street who presented him to Colonel Zachary Taylor to end the Blackhawk War. Colonel Taylor then sent Lt Jefferson Davis to escort Black Hawk to Jefferson Barracks in St. Louis, Missouri. The Museum consists of three buildings: The Fort Crawford Hospital, the Museum of Prairie du Chien, and the Museum Store. Featured exhibits for 2020 include: The Artesian Wells, Sanitariums, and Cigar Factories of Prairie du Chien. Permanent exhibits in the Hospital include an 1832 Wardroom, the stories of Fort Crawford, Dr. William Beaumont, Treaties signed in Prairie du Chien, the Surrender of Black Hawk, artifacts located under Beaumont Road during utility work, a pharmacy, dentist of ce, and many more. The Museum of Prairie du Chien contains exhibits on prominent citizens, exhibits on the railroads, clamming, and other businesses, as well as an exhibit on the Battle for Prairie du Chien during the War of 1812. Other exhibits include St. Mary’s Academy and Campion (segregated schools for men and women), an iron lung, Prairie du Chien Fire Department, a hall of Family Trees dating back around 200 years, and many more. Fort Crawford Museum is open daily from May 1– October 31, 9 am - 4 pm. Tours are self-guided, but schools and groups are encouraged to come any time during the year by making a reservation. An admission is charged. Visit our website at fortcrawfordmuseum.com, or email the Fort at ftcrawmu@mhtc.net for more information. The Fort is located on the corner of Beaumont Road and Rice Street at 717 S Beaumont Road, Prairie du Chien, WI. Special events include: A Pillar Restoration Dedication, Fridays at the Fort from June–August, Tour of Historic Cemeteries, Spirits of Fort Crawford in October, and Christmas at the Fort in December. We look forward to your visit.
CIDER DONUTS!
Breads • Cookies • TurnoversBreads • Cookies • Turnovers Open Thursday - SundayPies • Fritters • Coffee
Shihata’s Orchards
www.Shihataorchard.com
Open Daily 9am-5pm Mid A Open Daily 9am-5pm Mid Augus ugust to Early November t to Early November Bakery Barn Open Thursday-Sunday 61549 Limery Rd, Prairie du Chien, WI 608-326-2785 1 mile north of Cabelas on Hwy. 35 t of Cabelas on hen right on Limery Rd.
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Rendezvous Flea Market 2021
June 17-20, 2021
Hosted by the Prairie du Chien Firefi ghters Association Check us out at pdcfi re.com
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◆ Froelich (Foundation) Museum & 1890’s Village The Froelich tractor, rst gasoline propelled tractor was invented here in 1892. Tour includes Froelich tractor, general store, blacksmith shop, train depot, one room school, semis, and barn event center. Open 5 days a week: Sun, Mon, Thurs, Fri, Sat. May 8 - Sept. 26, and the rst two weekends in October. Admission charged. 563-536-2841, www.froelichtractor.com, 24397 Froelich Rd, Froelich, IA, four miles east of Monona, IA. Large groups please call to schedule.
◆ Mississippi River Sculpture Park This park features life-sized bronze statues of historical gures from the area. Located along Bolvin St. on St. Feriole Island adjacent to the Villa Louis, this city park is open year round, free of charge. A picnic shelter is available, call 608-326-7207 for reservation, www.statuepark.org.
HORSE TRAILS
◆ La Riviere Park A 300 acre nature park located on Vineyard Coulee Road in SE Prairie du Chien. One of the region’s largest horse camps is located here. The six acre camp at 62048 Vineyard Coulee Road has water and electrical hookups on a rst come rst serve basis at 80 campsites. Horse camping is free. Donations are accepted. Six miles of horse trails are located in the park with access to additional trails off the park on private property. The camp and horse trails are managed by the La Riviere Riders. For additional information call 608-412-2087 or go to www.lariviereriders.com. 44th Annual P rairie Villa Rendezvous
June 17-20th, 2021
Blacksmithing, pottery making, glass blowing, fl ea market, cooking, and camp life. Follow us on Facebook • 608-391-0370
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FORT CRAWFORD MUSEUM
Open Daily 9am-4pm May through October
A Blackhawk War Site, Exhibits: 1830s Military, Civil War, Railroad, Steamboats, Mississippi River and History of Prairie du Chien
717 S Beaumont Rd, Prairie du Chien, WI 53821 608-326-6960 fortcrawfordmuseum.com ftcrawmu@mhtc.net
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Mississippi River Boat Tours
Nominated Tourism Attraction of 2017 & 2018 for the state of Iowa Maiden Voyage Tours
Book Online @ www.MVTours.us or call 563-880-8970
All Boarding UNDER THE MARQUETTE, IA BRIDGE Friday & Saturday Night Sunset Cruise and Mississippi River Stories!
Bring your own beverages and geared towards adults Boarding @ 7PM Mid May - Mid August Boarding @ 6PM Mid August - 3rd week of September 2 hour cruise time Day Time Cruises Mid May – Mid Oct
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday WILDLIFE and HISTORY TOUR Boarding @ 11:00 AM Boarding @ 3:00 PM 1-1/2 hour cruise time
Private Charters are available!
CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION 563-880-8970
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MARINAS
◆ Marquette Marina Open May 20 through October 11, Wednesday through Sunday. Gas, pump-out station, private slips also available. Walking distance to restaurants and the Casino Queen, 563-880-8970, Hwy. 18 W, Marquette, IA.
◆ Winneshiek Marina Open April - October, gas, pump-out station, overnight and seasonal docking, bait shop, restrooms and showers, private slips available. 3 miles north on County K. 608-326-2888.
MISSISSIPPI RIVER CRUISES
◆ Maiden Voyage Tours Maiden Voyage is one of the last small working tour boats on the Mississippi River. A 49 passenger, U.S. Coast Guard inspected vessel. Maiden Voyage Tours specialize in off the beaten path tours. Spend time in the braided stream, the most beautiful part of the river. See, hear, and learn things like no other boat tour offers. Nominated for tourist attraction of the year in 2017 and 2018 in the state of Iowa. Maiden Voyage Tours is family owned and operated. Visit the website at www.maidenvoyagetours.com. For boarding information please reference the schedule in this guide, book online at www.MVTours.us, or call 563-880-8970. Located under the bridge in Marquette, Iowa, two minutes from Prairie du Chien.
The Dousman House
Built in the 1860’s, this historic landmark is now a Family owned & operated Elegant Event Center just steps away from the Mississippi River Caterings, Weddings, Corporate Events or Private Parties 230 N Water Street • Prairie du Chien, WI 53821 • 608-326-2012 thedousmanhouse@gmail.com • thedousmanhouse.com adno=215058
ORCHARDS
◆ Shihata’s Orchard Scenic apple orchard in the bluffs of the Mississippi River. Open mid-August through late fall. The Apple House features several apple varieties, fresh pressed cider, specialty foods, local cheese and sausages, wine and gift items. The Bakery Barn, open Thursday thru Sunday, bakes up fresh apple goodies and Apple-licious Cider Donuts. Experience the Country Fun Park, pumpkin patch, U-Pick apples, and Orchardfest ( rst weekend in Oct.). www.shihataorchard. com, 608-326-2785, six miles NE on Hwy 27 left on Limery or North on Hwy 35 and right on Limery. 61549 Limery Rd, Prairie du Chien.
◆ Sunrise Orchards, offering 22 varieties of apples, legendary apple cider donuts, award-winning apple cider, apple cider slush, apple butter, gift boxes, corn salsa, cheeses, meats, free weekend events. Fun for the whole family! 48340 Hwy 171, Gays Mills, WI, 608-735-4645. Take Highway 27 to Highway 171, or Highway 18 to Highway 60 and turn left on Highway 171. www.sunriseapples.com.
Open Everyday 9-5:30 May-October
10 MILES WEST OF PRAIRIE DU CHIEN ON HWY 18 563.539.4114 • www.spookcave.com
Last tour of the day goes into cave at 5pm
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• Open 365 days per year • Crisp, clear, digital projection and surround sound in all 6 auditoriums • All 6 auditoriums have 3D capability • Online ticketing available at www.PrairieCinema.com • Gift Cards available at the theater or online and accepted at both The Prairie Cinema and The Elkader Cinema
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RECREATION
◆ Bear Foot Bay Located inside Country Inn & Suites, the water park includes body slide, waterfall spa, activity pool with water basketball, children’s pool with water geysers, and kid’s slide. Daily individual and group passes available. Call for hours and rates 608-326-5700, 1801 Cabela’s Lane, Prairie du Chien.
◆ Leisure Time Sports Bar & Bowl Bowling alley, 10 lanes, automatic scoring, bumpers for kids, video arcade, sports bar and grill, open daily at 11 a.m., 1618 S Marquette Road, Prairie du Chien, 608-326-2782.
◆ Hoffman Hall Recreation Center City operated facility with a gymnasium and heated Olympic-size indoor swimming pool. Facility rental available. Leisure activities and group tness classes offered daily including newly upgraded tennis and Pickle Ball courts. 608-326-7207, email mulrich@prairieduchien-wi.gov, 1600 S. Wacouta, Prairie du Chien.
◆ Driftless Area Wetlands Centre Located on Hwy 18 on the west side of Marquette, IA. The Wetland Centre’s mission is “to provide a unique learning experience that connects people to the natural world and empowers them to positively impact their local environments.” The Centre features a wetland available for exploring and environmental science class work, a native prairie, bird and mammal mounted displays, a rock and fossil display, and a Mississippi River sh aquarium. Monthly and seasonal programs run throughout the year as well as a weekly farmer’s market that runs from May to October on Fridays, Free admittance. 563-873-3537, www.driftlessareawetlandcentre.com.
◆ Outdoor Recreation Center Rental equipment for canoeing, kayaking, shing, biking and disc golf. Located at Washington Street Park. Open Saturdays and Sundays, JuneSeptember noon - 4 pm. Weekday rentals and group rentals available by calling 608-326-7207, Mon-Fri. (prior reservation required). Rentals subject to availability. Co-sponsored by Prairie du Chien Park & Rec Dept. and Local Boy/Cub Scouts.
◆ Wacouta Aquatic Park & Fort Fun Zero-depth outdoor swimming pool. Open mid-June-mid August. Waterslide, city operated, picnic area, Fort Fun playground, volleyball courts, and horseshoe pits, 608-326-8071, 1401 E Wells, Prairie du Chien.
◆ Prairie Fun Land 18 hole mini golf course, go-karts, bumper cars, bumper boats, trampoline basketball, video arcade, driving range, water wars, children’s bounce castle, and refreshments, open 10 a.m. daily from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day. Open weekends only May, September & October (weather permitting), available for group parties, 608-326-0888, 515 Paquette St. (west of Culver’s), Prairie du Chien. ◆ Prairie du Chien Skateboard Park Located next to Wacouta Aquatic Park, is free and open during park hours to skateboards, rollerblades, and BMX bikes. It has multiple challenging units and is one of few skateboard parks in a 60 mile radius with all ability levels. For more information e-mail mulrich@prairieduchien-wi.gov or call 608-326-7207, 1401 E Wells, Prairie du Chien. ◆ Rotary Disc Golf Course 18 hole course, located on St Feriole Island, is free and open to the public. All holes are par 3; however, there are many challenges and hazards. The scenic beauty adds to this great course that caters to beginners and experts. Disc golf rentals are available by calling 608-326-7207. ◆ Spook Cave & Campground Underground guided boat tours tell about the discovery and development of the cave. View stalactites and other natural formations. Tours are from 9 am - 5:30 pm daily, May through October. Group rates available. Also available: camping, cabins, lake swimming and shing. For more information visit the web site www.spookcave.com or call 563-873-2144. Spook Cave is located 10 miles West of Prairie du Chien in Iowa, on Hwy 18, then turn onto Spook Cave Rd.
Froelich 1890s Village Museum 24397 Froelich Rd, Froelich, IA
Home to John Froelich’s 1892 invention of the first successful gasoline propelled Tractor forerunner to John Deere. Family friendly tours! www.froelichtractor.com
Tours include the 1891 General Store & Post Office, 1866 One Room School, Blacksmith Shop, Railroad Depot, Vintage Barn, Warehouse, Froelich Tractor Replicas, Semi Building and Educational video.
Open Sun, Mon, Thur, Fri & Sat, May 8 - Sept 26, 2021 Large groups please call ahead. #563-536-2841 “Fall-der-All Celebration”
Sept 25 & 26, 2021 bring your family to enjoy old-time demonstrations, hit & miss engines, a variety of tractors, Sat: Tractor Ride, Museum tours both days, Sat: Food for sale in the barn, Sun: Breakfast in the Barn Sun: Kids Pedal Pull, Kids Fun Activities Both Days! Sun: BIG RAFFLE Drawing 3pm @ www.froelichtractor.com Located 4 miles east of Monona on Hwy 18 & 52
A family owned orchard, with 21 varieties of delicious apples and fun for the whole family!
• Apple cider donuts | Apple cider • Caramel apples | Candy | Pumpkin logs • Apple butter | Corn Salsa | Applesauce • Cheeses | Meats | Honey| Jams | Cookies • Pies | Wild Rice | Gift Shop | Apple Gift Boxes • Sunrise Express Model Train • Dog Walk Park | Apple Packing TV • Sunrise Family Park Playground
48340 State Hwy. 171 | Gays Mills, WI 54631 Phone: 608-735-4645 OPEN DAILY August 16 -October –9am-5pm November-December 23–9am-4pm www.SunriseApples.com –Online StoreOpen24/7 Follow Our Blog: SunriseApples.com/blog
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SHOPPING
◆ Ashley Furniture Store Open 10 am - 6 pm, Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm Sundays, 608-326-0040, located on Hwy 35 N (Marquette Rd) in Prairie du Chien. ◆ Computer Support Plus Verizon Authorized Dealer, 37493 US Highway 18, Prairie du Chien, 608-326-7587. ◆ U.S. Cellular 37885 Selch Road, Suite 117, Prairie du Chien, WI, 608-326-7016. ◆ AT&T Authorized Retailer 32 Riverside Sq., Suite 50, Prairie du Chien, WI, 608-380-1009. ◆ The Cannery Over 30,000 sq. ft. of primitives, home decor, specialty foods, and unique hard to nd gift items displayed in a historic building, which in 1912 was the home of the Prairie du Chien City Canning Company. Open daily 9 am - 5 pm, 608-326-6518. The Produce Patch, women’s casual wear, 608-326-6516. These two stores are located on Hwy 35 N (Marquette Rd) in Prairie du Chien. ◆ Quality Beverages Party headquarters for a variety of liquor, beer, wine & cheese, fresh cheese curds on Friday, walk-in beer & wine caves, open daily at 9 am, 37461 Hwy 18 South, Prairie du Chien, 608-326-7777.
The Cassville Car Ferry
A Fun Way To Cross the Mississippi
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24-Hour Info At 608-725-5180 Facebook @ Cassville Car Ferry www.cassville.org
Photos by Jim
Open 10AM Daily Memorial Day to Aug. 29
Weekends only May and September 608-326-0888
Go Karts Mini Golf Bumper Cars Arcades www.prairiefunland.com 515 Paquette St., Prairie du Chien, WI
◆ Nelson True Value Lawn care and garden needs, various hardware, home , and outdoor projects, party rentals also available, open daily at 7 am, except Sundays at 9 am, 125 North Marquette Road, Prairie du Chien, 608-326-2491. ◆ McGregor-Marquette Left Bank Shop and Gallery Sales and display of art by local artists. Open May through October. Located at 158 Main St, McGregor, IA. www.mmcenterforthearts.weebly.com. ◆ Mississippi Meats Prairie du Chien’s fresh meat destination. Full service meat department and deli. Select grocery products. Open Monday - Saturday, 8 am - 6 pm. 700 East Blackhawk Road, Prairie du Chien, 608-326-MEAT. ◆ Downtown Prairie du Chien Various businesses are located in historic downtown on Blackhawk Avenue. Some of these retail businesses include: The Local Oven Bakery, local ingredients & products, 608-326-0960; The Pickett Fence, quilting, framing, gifts, candy store, 608-326-4593; Sports World, premier dealer for custom clothing, team gear and accessories, 608-326-5118; Stark’s Sport Shop, Wisconsin cheese, 300 wines, sporting equipment, 608-326-2478; The Planted Tree, original art, handcrafted gifts and home decor, 608-326-8733; Panka Shoe Store, quality shoes, 608-326-8112; Rockweiler Appliance & TV, rockweilerappltv.com, 608-326-8788; The Sweet Tooth, variety of candies and ice cream, 608-379-0380; and Dependable Solutions, computer service and consulting, 608-326-4324.
