Upper East puts you right in the heart of downtown Kenosha. With so much to do, all within walking distance, it's the perfect weekend getaway! Enjoy various coffee shops, breweries, restaurants, boutique shopping, and a walk down the Lake Michigan boardwalk. You can even catch a ride on an old-fashioned electric streetcar!
Saturdays 9am-2pm - Find local fruits & vegetables, meat, poultry, cheese, eggs, dog treats, artisan breads, baked goods, pantry staples, honey, prepared foods & beverages, soaps & body care products, arts & crafts, live music and more!
The Sculpture Walk runs along the harbor and features ten inspiring works of art for all to enjoy. Every two years, the current sculptures are removed and the new sculptures are installed.
Saturdays 10am-4pm and Sundays 12pm-4pm - The Southport Lighthouse, built in 1866, is the third lighthouse tower to have existed at its current site. During museum hours, visitors can climb the 72-step spiral staircase to the lantern room of the lighthouse, which is located just steps from the house. From the top, enjoy an unparalleled view of Kenosha, the surrounding area, and, on a crystal clear day, the Chicago skyline. The fee to climb is $10.
The Civil War Museum is like no other Civil War museum in the country. The Museum focuses on the Civil War from the perspective of the people of the seven states of the upper middle west: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin.
Book a fun sailing adventure to tour the Kenosha Harbor! Red Witch II is an approximate replica of an early-generation (1914 to 1966) “12-Meter” sailboat – similar to those that raced in the 1920 Olympics and 1958 to 1966 America’s Cup.