The 10 Best Free Things to do in Kenosha, Wisconsin (WI)

October 21, 2021 Jeremy Dunfee

Kenosha /kɛˈnoʊˌʃɑː/ is a city in and the county seat of Kenosha County, Wisconsin, United States. Kenosha is on the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan. With an estimated population of 99,889 as of July 1, 2013, it is the fourth-largest city in Wisconsin and the fourth-largest city on Lake Michigan. The city is part of the United States Census Bureau's Chicago Combined Statistical Area (CSA).
Restaurants in Kenosha

1. Hawthorn Hollow - Nature Sanctuary and Arboretum

880 Green Bay Rd across from Petrifying Springs Park on Hwy 31, Kenosha, WI 53144-1131 +1 262-552-8196 http://www.hawthornhollow.org/
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5.0 based on 10 reviews

Hawthorn Hollow - Nature Sanctuary and Arboretum

2. Anderson Arts Center

121 66th St, Kenosha, WI 53143-5127 +1 262-653-0481 http://www.andersonartscenter.com
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4.5 based on 24 reviews

Anderson Arts Center

Reviewed By legacyendeavors - Racine, United States

Sunday's are great for us to focus on the desire to increase our awareness of the various arts activities in our southeastern area of Wisconsin! Currently from April 8-May 19, 2018 we were able to view the Racine Art Guild in the Main & East Galleries as well as the Solo Show Winners of the 2017 Winter Juried Exhibition in the Upper Galleries. A dear friend of ours, Mr Dewey Johnson, is a very talented wood carver and has work some impressive pieces on display in the 3D Gallery as a founding member of the River Bend Carving Club! Very Beautiful works along with all of these other wonderful pieces. We're reserving next Sunday's agenda for seeing the remaining works which includes The Brompton School, Nancy Lohmiller and Lance Raichert! We have a beginners guitar class here for a few weeks which gives us the perfect time to take in these artworks leisurely before and after each Sunday's class! Virginia, our teacher is an absolutely wonderful instructor whose talent & patience is so appreciated. A chance to view art in this spectacular setting and former palatial mansion of the Anderson Family, is a really nifty treat and a treasure to all willing to visit! Gorgeous...

3. Kenosha Public Museum

5500 1st Ave, Kenosha, WI 53140-3778 +1 262-653-4140 [email protected] http://museums.kenosha.org/public
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4.5 based on 202 reviews

Kenosha Public Museum

Accredited natural science and fine arts Museum located in the heart of beautiful downtown Kenosha. Free General Admission and free parking. Permanent Exhibits include: Wisconsin Story, Kenosha County Woolly mammoth, Native American Village, Children's hands-on Field Station. Rotating exhibits and free family programs and events year-round. Unique Gift Shop carrying local, hand-made and green products. Includes rental spaces for corporate events,birthdays, weddings, parties, etc. Group tours for children and adults available. Shares a Lake Michigan shoreline campus with the Civil War Museum and a working electric streetcar which runs to the Dinosaur Discovery Museum. Short distance from Illinois/Wisconsin border.

Reviewed By Taco42

This was a great find on our day trip to Kenosha. We spent about 2 hours roaming around the exhibits. The museum is well laid out and full of interesting information about the history of the area from the Ice Age to Native American culture to the development of the modern Natural History museum. We would definitely suggest a visit if you are in the area any time of the year. There is a Civil War Museum next door. The lakeshore and a small park is within walking distance Parking is free and available The entrance fee is by donation. The docent was helpful and welcoming. The museum shop was open.

4. Public Craft Brewing Co.

716 58th St, Kenosha, WI 53140-4137
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4.5 based on 27 reviews

Public Craft Brewing Co.

5. Kenosha History Center

220 51st Pl, Kenosha, WI 53140-2909 +1 262-654-5770 http://kenoshahistorycenter.org
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4.5 based on 59 reviews

Kenosha History Center

Reviewed By AndrewFromMadison - Madison, United States

This museum seems to be open year around, according to posted schedule, unlike Kenosha Lighthouse Museum right behind it, which is open generous 6 months of the year still. Kenosha is the southernmost city in Wisconsin on Lake Michigan, so if you're traveling from chicagoland and are interested in local history, this should be your first stop. Kenosha was a home to Nash brand of cars of yesteryear, and several beautiful pieces in this museum reflect on that legacy.

6. Rustic Road Brewing Company

5706 6th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53140-4104 +1 262-320-7623 [email protected] http://www.rusticbrewing.com/
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4.5 based on 27 reviews

Rustic Road Brewing Company

Small * Local * Crafted Nanobrewery, taproom and restaurant offering unique variety of specialty meats and vegetarian-friendly options. Trivia, live music, outside seating, TVs and bar games, loft event space. "Hoppy Hour" weekdays, 4-6pm.

Reviewed By 844cherf

Good craft beer, good bar food that is for vegan in you as well as carnivore; better than most brewery food.

7. Petrifying Springs Park

761 Green Bay Rd, Kenosha, WI +1 262-857-1869 http://www.co.kenosha.wi.us/1652/Petrifying-Springs-Park
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4.5 based on 145 reviews

Petrifying Springs Park

Reviewed By GLVB - Racine, United States

This beautiful nature escape is a public park that has hiking, off-road biking trails, pavilions, a beer garden, play areas, and a golf course. It is lush and landscaped where needed but rustic overall. There is a beautiful spring the flows through the park and people regularly gather water from it at a location where it is set up to do so. There are ball diamonds and a sand volleyball court as well. The location is adjacent to the University of Parkside and there are times when you can see their athletic teams working out. Overall, what a great escape in an area close to more urban areas. Enjoy.

8. Simmons Island Beach

5001 Simmons Island Dr, Kenosha, WI 53140-2971
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4.5 based on 34 reviews

Simmons Island Beach

Reviewed By jacksmomMidwest - Illinois, United States

We visited for a family reunion, so our group included senior citizens, young adults, and small children. Both days we were there - Friday and Saturday - the beach was clean and not crowded. There was also a “pop up” beer garden near the old bath house, so food and drinks were close. We have been to Kenosha several times, but this was our first visit to this beach. We will return! It was beautiful!

9. Kenosha Sculpture Walk

Ring Road Harbor Park, Kenosha, WI 53140 http://www.kenoshanews.com/sculpturewalk
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4.5 based on 56 reviews

Kenosha Sculpture Walk

10. Mars Cheese Castle

2800 West Frontage Rd, Kenosha, WI 53144-7599 +1 262-859-2244 http://www.marscheese.com/
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4.0 based on 676 reviews

Mars Cheese Castle

Mars Cheese Castle is a family owned Wisconsin staple and grown tour attraction situated on I-94 between Milwaukee and Chicago. It is a castle that houses many departments including a specialty market offering more than 700 cheeses, wines and specialty items from Wisconsin and around the world, an in house bakery featuring desserts, kringles and breads (famous for its cheese and jalapeno cheese bread) baked daily, a restaurant popular for its many generously portioned cheese & meat sandwiches and featured burger and sandwiches of the month and a pub, well known for it's Wisconsin beers on tap and famous Bloody Mary (don't forget the beer chaser, a Wisconsin tradition!). Don't forget to pick up a souvenir in the gift shop on your way out!

Reviewed By jfadds

We stopped on the way home to Illinois. Only carry out food and masks enforced- a good thing Had a brat- requested grilled longer to char Added raw and grilled onions-kraut- hot mustard added by me 1 side included- chose warm German potato salad- delicious A really delicious sandwich consumed in my car- a real treat Pick up a loaf of their famous cheese bread in the bakery- great for toast

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