Author: ExploreLaCrosse
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10 Historic Places in La Crosse County
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For all you history buffs out there… La Crosse is home to more historic places than most people realize! 10. Joseph B. Funke Company If you’ve previously visited La Crosse, WI and stayed at The Charmant Hotel, stopped in to grab a cup of locally brewed coffee, or maybe treated your sweetheart to dinner, you’ve…
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Things to Know Before You Go: Coulee Con
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By: Anastasia Penchi Is gaming your passion? Do role playing games get your brain spinning and your heartbeat thumping? Are you more interested in assisting as storm giant King Hekaton is tasked with keeping order among the giants or do you prefer to wield the medieval swords of Amtgard yourself? Do you long to dress…
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5 Things You Need to Know Before You Go: 2017 Great River Folk Festival
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By: Anastasia Penchi Folk music is the original music of the working people. The term has been used to describe the music made by whites in the rural South, but it also includes the music of the Southern blacks, Native Americans, Mexican-Americans, Cajuns and others. Realistically, there is no origin – it’s more an oral…
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5 Favorites You Didn’t Know Were From La Crosse County
Believe it or not, La Crosse County has a few claims to fame. Here’s a list of 5 things that stemmed from the area we know and love…in some way or another… LaCroix You’re probably familiar with this bubbly brand. You may also know, or wouldn’t be surprised, that it is the number one sparkling water…
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5 Famous People From La Crosse County
This city is not only a great location to visit, but also a hometown to many well-known names. If you needed more reasons to visit La Crosse County take a look at who (or what) claims it as their birthplace… #5-Gottlieb Heileman Heilman is best known for founding The G. Heileman Brewing Company in 1858…
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5 Things You Need to Know Before You Go: Holmen, Wisconsin
Who’s out enjoying the beautiful spring weather? ????♂️ McGilvary Road/Bridges in Holmen offers a gorgeous walk through marshland of the Van Loon Wildlife Refuge.????? #getoutside #explore #nature #wildlife #hiking #wakingtrail #recreation #holmenwi #lacrossecounty #explorelacrosse A post shared by Explore La Crosse (@explorelacrosse) on May 4, 2017 at 3:34pm PDT By: Anastasia Penchi Holmen is…
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5 Hidden Gem Restaurants in La Crosse County
Looking for a great dining experience when you visit La Crosse County? Check out these five hidden gem restaurants that are just as good as the popular places, or, dare we say it, even better. 1. The Mint This restaurant is a farm to table experience, with locally sourced fresh food coming in daily. If you…
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Know Before You Go: Spiritual Tours and Places in La Crosse, WI
MUSIC BY THE WEATHERED HEADS By: Anastasia Penchi Western Wisconsin is referred to as “God’s Country” for good reason. The endless landscapes featuring the splendor of the bluffs and coulees remind us of the highs and lows of life. These sights inspire goodness. We aspire to be more Godly. Meanwhile, the Mississippi River –…
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Snaps Around Town: American Queen Steamboat
We will be featuring a new ongoing photo series from Bob Good! Check back periodically!We also feature a new photo that is shared with us on Instagram. Your photo could be next! Just snap a photo and use #explorelacrosse I have photographed national musicians- American Authors, KISS, Frankie Valli, Sevendust, In This Moment, Papa Roach,…
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Sights of La Crosse County
International Friendship Gardens, Riverside Park La Crosse enjoys thriving relationships with sister cities, business partners, students and people from around the world. To celebrate the success of these partnerships, and build a tribute to the culture and traditions of our worldwide friends, local volunteers have worked together to create the Riverside International Gardens in Riverside Park,…