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Members - Illinois
Apple River Fort State Historic Site
The fort was attacked by Black Hawk & his warriors in June 1832. Explore the reconstructed fort, talk with costumed interpreters at special living history events & experience life on the frontier.
Apple River State Bank
JoDaviess County's largest locally owned & operated independent community bank with three locations: First Community Bank of Galena, Highway 20 East, Galena; Apple River State Bank, Stagecoach Trail, Apple River; & Apple River State Bank, Warren Office, Highway 78, Warren.
Bed & Breakfast and Inns of Galena
A select group of innkeepers whose primary goal is to provide their guests with the very finest travel experience by
assisting with reservations, travel plans, directions, information,
and suggesting attractions to help make the most of each getaway.
Blackhawk Waterways CVB
Diane Bausman
201 N. Franklin Ave
Polo,
IL
61064
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Phone: 800.678.2108
info@bwcvb.com
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Blackhawk Waterways CVB promotes the NW Illinois counties of Carroll, Lee, Ogle, & Whiteside as a tourism destination. Rich in historical attractions, state parks, camp grounds, outdoor recreation, hotels, B&B's, cabins, local community events & agri-tourism.
Carroll County Motel Hotel Tax Board
Fern Stadel
1002 N. Lowden Rd
Mt. Carroll,
IL
61053
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Phone: 866.367.6505
fern@grics.net
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Carroll County borders the Misssissippi River in NW Illinois. Enjoy rolling hillsides, fishing, biking, boating, hiking, hunting, birding, historic sites, festivals, antiquing, golf, dining and speciality shops. Many lodging choices: Bed & Breakfasts, Cabins, Hotels.
Chestnut Mountain Resort
Stewart Stoffregen
8700 West Chestnut Road
Galena,
IL
61036
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Phone: 815.777.1320
info@chestnutmtn.com
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Chestnut Mountain is one of the Midwest's premier resorts, located just outside of Galena on a wooded palisade overlooking the Mississippi River. 120 rooms, indoor pool, whirlpool, miniature golf, alpine slide, downhill skiing, snowboard park, restaurants and lounge.
Freeport/Stephenson County Convention and Visitors Bureau
Freeport/Stephenson County, located in the rolling hills of Northwest Illinois. Offers antiques, recreation, hiking & biking trails, museums, historic sites, an antique steam train, great hotels, bed & breakfasts and more.
Fulton Chamber of Commerce
Our quaint river town houses an authentic Dutch Windmill, Heritage Canyon - an 1800s village - the Martin House Museum, historic downtown shopping, two National Scenic Byways, the Great River Bike Trail, and Lock and Dam 13.
Galena Area Chamber of Commerce
Explore the 19th century architecture and historic sites of Galena. Experience the vintage charm, rolling hills, unique shops, art galleries, lodging options and world class golfing. Taste award winning wines and exceptional cuisine.
Galena Cellars Vineyard & Winery
Our vineyard consistently produces some of the country's finest wines. Join us for tasting and shopping at either our Main Street location or our vineyard just minutes from Galena.
Galena/Jo Daviess County CVB
Betsy Eaton
101 Bouthillier
Galena,
IL
61036
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Phone: 877.464.2536
cvb@galena.org
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Splendid history, architecture, shopping and dining in 19th century Galena (a National Register town). Lodgings from full-service resorts to intimate B&Bs. Amazing scenery, golf, skiing and more throughout the nearby villages of Jo Daviess County.
Gramercy Park
Jeffrey Trannel
1154 Iowa Street
Dubuque ,
IA
52001
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Phone: 815.747.3416
htlaw@mchsi.com
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Situated on the blufftop heights overlooking the Mississippi, Gramercy Park features the Dunleith Native American burial mound group, walking trails, interpretive signs, panoramic views and blufftop picnic sites. A great stopover when traveling between states.
Hickory Hideaway
Cozy atmosphere in either a
romantic rustic cabin, or a country cottage
equipped with kitchen. Spend time with family
and friends beside a bonfire or in the hot tub. Open year-round to accommodate your specific lodging needs.
John Deere Historic Site
Lynn Timmerman
8393 South Main Grand Detour
Dixon,
IL
61021
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Phone: 815.652.4551
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Located just north of Dixon, you'll find the original homestead of John Deere, where he created his first self-cleaning plow. The site features a replica of his blacksmith shop with a working blacksmith, an archeological dig site and gift shop. Tours are offered daily April through November.
John Deere Pavilion
As one of Illinois' top five tourist attractions, the John Deere Pavilion blends the nostalgia of old-fashioned farming equipment with the technology of computer simulation fascinating visitors of all ages. More than the history of a company and its products, we're about the history of America and the celebration of the heartland.
Learn Great Foods
A Culinary Adventure! Join us for organic farm touring, cooking with creative chefs, and gourmet dining. March-October. Complete schedule, unique itineraries, prices on website.
Lena Business & Professional Association
On scenic Stagecoach Trail (eastside), this village with quaint shops offers gifts, collectibles, meats, cheese, floral, antiques and restaurants. Visit state and local parks with mini-golf and Splashland pool. Stop at the historical museum or enjoy a game of golf.
Lena KOA Campground
1/4 mile E of 73 on Hwy 20, Lena, IL. Visit and see why our campers return. Great pool, kamping log cabins, kamping kitchen and kottages with full amenities. Rec/game building. Limited winter facilities.
Mt. Carroll Chamber of Commerce
Jan VanBuskirk
P.O. Box 94
Mount Carroll,
IL
61053
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Phone: 815.244.CALL
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Mt. Carroll Historic District includes over 30 sites including a Larado Taft Civil War monument, Mesker Brothers store fronts, brick streets, Dale Carnegie Library and Miles Museum. Pick up self-guided brochure at corner of Clay and Market St.
Prairie Path Guest House
Fern Stadel
1002 N. Lowden Rd
Mt. Carroll,
IL
61053
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Phone: 815.244.3462
fern@grics.net
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This Victorian home was built in 1876, situated on the edge of Historic Mt. Carroll on 35 acres. Warm hospitality, breakfast of homemade breads, other specialties. Desserts and coffee served on upstairs veranda. Quilt and antique shop on premises.
Savanna Chamber of Commerce
Savanna, IL built along the Mississippi River offers breathtaking views and an abundance of outdoor recreation. Accommodations range from camping to full service hotels and quaint inns. Shops and restaurants line the historic main street.
Thomson Depot Museum
Mary Lou Housenga
811 Fiet Avenue
Thomson,
IL
61285
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Phone: 815.259.8292
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Original Burlington Northern wood Depot, filled with Railroad and local memorabilia. Open Memorial weekend through mid-October. Fri - Sat - Sun 1pm-4pm. Special tours can be arranged.
Tri-State Travel
Provides group transportation via deluxe motorcoach, trolley and school bus. Escorted tour packages for individuals and private, student and adult groups by motorcoach, air, rail and cruise.
Woodward Printing Services
Frank Duchow
141 Sinsinawa Ave
East Dubuque,
IL
61025
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Phone: 877.461.9014
fduchow@wcinet.com
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Members - Iowa
American Trust & Savings Bank
Bellevue Chamber of Commerce
The Mississippi River is our front door. When Visiting Bellevue, prepare to pamper yourself with wonderful dining, one-of-a-kind shopping & unique sightseeing. There is something for everyone here in Bellevue.
Breitbach's Country Dining
Mike Breitbach
563 Balltown Road
Balltown,
IA
52073
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Phone: 563.552.2220
balltown@aol.com
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Iowa's oldest bar and restaurant since 1852. Enjoy our antiques and home cooked meals. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Located along the Great River Road, offering breathtaking views of the Mississippi, surrounding river valleys.
Crystal Lake Cave
Crystal Lake Cave - Nature's Masterpiece
Natural living cave - Midwest's largest. Guided tours through over 3000 ft. of breathtaking crystal formations. Nature's masterpiece of underground panorama. 3 miles south of Dubuque on Hwy 52.
Dubuque Area Convention and Visitors Bureau
Dubuque is located along the Mississippi River and is home to the America's River project. This $188 million dollar renovation provides modern facilities coupled with historic charm which makes Dubuque a quaint river town.
Dubuque Greyhound Park & Casino
Tanya Drish
1855 Greyhound Park Road
Dubuque,
IA
52001
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Phone: 800.373.3647
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State-of-the art casino features 1,000 slots, table games, live poker, year-round greyhound wagering, complimentary valet parking, free self-serve beverages and a variety of dining options. Conveniently located next to Hilton Garden Inn and Houlihan Restaurant.
Dubuque Regional Airport
A small non-hub primary commercial airport served currently by American Eagle. They provide four daily jet flights to Chicago O'Hare.
Dubuque River Rides
Dubuque River Rides welcomes you aboard Iowa's
only authentic and nostalgic paddlewheeler, the Spirit of Dubuque and the sleek and sophisticated Miss Dubuque yacht. Cruising daily May-October. Dinner, Lunch, Eco and Historic Sightseeing, Murder Mystery, Fall color cruises.
Fenelon Place Elevator Co.
Cable Car elevating passengers from 4th Street to Fenelon Place. Magnificent view of the Mississippi River and 3 states. Open daily 8am-10pm April 1 to November 30.
Grand Harbor Resort & Waterpark
193 Guest Rooms overlooking the Mississippi River or the City of Dubuque plus enjoy our 25,000 square foot indoor waterpark! Wireless connection throughout hotel. 2500 sq. ft. of meeting space.
Guttenberg Development & Tourism
Guttenberg, one of Iowa's Great Places, invites you to experience the beauty of Northeast Iowa while visiting our unique dining, lodging and shopping or just relax and watch the Mississippi River roll by.
Jackson County Welcome Center
Jackson County Welcome Center is a one-room schoolhouse located on the Great River Rd., Hwy 52 Sabula. It includes a local crafts gift shop. Visitor information on two State Parks; Bellevue and Maquoketa Caves, Grant Wood Scenic Byway.
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
An affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution.
Enjoy dynamic aquariums, historical exhibits and a stroll through the wetland and boat
yard. Tour the steamdrege boat William M. Black and the towboat Logsdon.
Open daily 10am. 3rd Street Ice Harbor
National Motorcycle Museum
Located in downtown Anamosa, IA, the Museum showcases more than a century of two-wheeled adventure! Featuring over 200 vintage motorcycles from around the world as well as antique toys, books, clothing, collectibles, artwork and more.
Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area
Covering 37 counties in Northeast Iowa, this federally designated heritage area and National Park Service affiliate brings the story of American agriculture to life through a network of sites, programs and events.
Union Hoermann Press
Mary LaFoe
2175 Kerper Blvd PO Box 916
Dubuque,
IA
52001
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Phone: 563.582.3631
mary@uhpress.com
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Members - Wisconsin
Anton's Saloon
Bob and Donna Anton
26320 County W
Shullsburg,
WI
53586
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Phone: 608.965.4881
digs98@mhtc.net
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Home of the Macho Burger. Visit us year round, Thursday thru Sunday. Open at Noon.
While in town visit the historic St. Augustine Church, built in 1844 by Father Samuel
Mazzuchelli.
Benton & Its Museums
Pauline Alexander
190 Alma Street
Benton,
WI
53803
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Phone: 608.759.3441
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3 Museums. The first is the 1852 School House with pictures of former students and objects from past school days. The second museum is the original Parish House near St. Patricks Church. If you would like to see either museum, call 608.759.3441. The third museum is called Swindlers' Ridge. This museum is open Fri, Sat, Sun & Mon from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day. The hours are 10am - 4pm.
Boscobel Chamber of Commerce
The birthplace of the Gideon Bible, on the lower Wisconsin River is your gateway to the unglaciated "Driftless Area" of Wisconsin. Truly one of the state's most beautiful regions. A Great Place to Visit!
Brodhead Chamber of Commerce
Southern gateway to Green County and America's Dairyland, with the Sugar River State Trail and Depot Museum. A great place to visit - A great place to live!
Cassville Tourism
Enjoy nature's wonders along the mighty Mississippi. Take a scenic ride on the Cassville Car Ferry, visit Stonefield Historic Site and beautiful Nelson Dewey State Park. Enjoy Cassville!
Chalet Landhaus Inn
Shawna Nevil
P.O. Box 878
New Glarus,
WI
53574
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Phone: 800.944.1716
landhaus@tds.net
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Traditional Swiss hospitality & charm welcome you all year round. The Chalet Landhaus is built in traditional Swiss style, with a blend of modern convenience & old fashioned Swiss decor to give you a touch of Switzerland close to home.
City of Cuba City
Experience hometown hospitality and pride as you view our Main Street Presidential Shields, Veterans Memorial, and Caboose. We offer award- winning meat and cheese stores, 2 antique malls, 3 restaurants, 5 pubs plus local supper clubs.
Cuba City Chamber of Commerce
Joe Goeman
432 County Hwy H
Cuba City,
WI
53807
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Phone: 608.744.3456
joeman@mhtc.net
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Experience hometown hospitality and pride. We offer a cheese store producing its own award-winning products; the outlet of our award-winning meat processing plant; two fine antique malls; three restaurants; three pubs, plus local supper clubs.
Dickeyville Grotto
Arlene Schultz
305 W. Main - Box 429
Dickeyville,
WI
53808
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Phone: 608.568.3119
tschultz@pcii.net
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A creation of stone, mortar, shells, fossils, ores, gems and bright colored objects. Built in 1925 by Father Matthias Wernerus. Gift shop. Bus Tours. No specific fee - Donations accepted.
Fennimore
A base camp for explorations of SW WI - variety of dining and accommodations. Trout Fishing, Hunting, Nature Park, Fennimore Doll & Toy Museum and Fennimore Railroad Museum. Thinking of relocating or starting a business? We welcome you.
Fennimore Doll & Toy Museum
Come see what "Every Toy Has a Story to Tell" is all about. Toys and Dolls from 1810 to present day. Floor to ceiling nostalgia. The Gift Shoppe features Dolls and accessories and gifts.
Grant County Tourism Council
Grant County's highways & byways offer outstanding views of this unglaciated & pastoral landscape. One of the largest counties in the stat; located in the southwest corner of Wisconsin. There are hills, valleys, open space, scenic vistas, and history abounding.
Green County Tourism
Golden cheese, amber ale, red Swiss flags and green rolling hills... Green County offers the colors of fun! Experience our heritage and local flavors, plus our outstanding year-round hospitality.
Hidden Valleys
Diane Heims
P.O. Box 29
Richland Center,
WI
53581
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Phone: 800.592.6968
hv@mwt.net
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Through our publication, Hidden Valleys,Inc. of Southwestern Wisconsin promotes Southwest Wisconsin as the regional tourist destination and supports tourism and economic development throughout the Hidden Valleys region.
Historic Cheesemaking Center
The cheesemaking museum recalls "an era that was, that will never be again." See the cheese industry explained historically. Open daily, 9-4, March through November. Donation adults $2. Gift shop. Handicapped accessible. Bus tours.
Lafayette County
Cara Carper
627 Washington St.
Darlington,
WI
53530
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Phone: 1.866.304.7229
ldc@mhtc.net
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Discover rich mining and agricultural heritage nestled among rolling hills and valleys known as Wisconsin's First Capital, excellent trail system, shopping, camping and lakeside recreational opportunities abound.
Lancaster Area Chamber of Commerce
Lancaster Wisconsin, "Where You Belong." Friendly people, diversified retail and industrial economy, excellent schools, hospital, parks, library, swimming pool, and municipal golf course are just a few reasons you should live or visit in Lancaster.
Mining Museum and Rollo Jamison Museum
Tour an 1845 lead mine, ride a 1931 zinc mine, locomotive above ground and tour museums. Open daily May-Oct. Call for hours. Nov.-April self guided exhibits, open Monday - Friday.
Monticello Community Club
Wade Wittenwyler
W 4514 Wittenwyler Rd.
Monticello,
WI
53570
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Phone: 608.938.4383
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Lake Montesian offers fishing, picnic area with shelter and restroom facilities. Visit beautiful Montesian Gardens and Memory Lane. Sugar River Trail for biking, hiking and snowmobiling
Muscoda
Muscoda lies on the lower Wisconsin River with a campground right on the river complete with a new bathhouse. Attend the annual morel mushroom festival held the weekend after Mother's Day.
New Glarus Hotel Restaurant
Serving lunch & dinner 7 days a week. Sunday Brunch. In the heart of New Glarus, surrounded by unique shops, near 2 local museum attractions. Live Polka music every Friday & Saturday evenings.
Pendarvis Historic Site
Pendaris State Historic Site. Greeted by a knowledgeable guide outfitted in period attire. Wander on a terraced hillside dotted with stone-and-log built by Cornish lead miners in the 1840s before Wisconsin statehood. Located in Mineral Point, WI.
Platteville Area Chamber of Commerce
Hub of southwest Wisconsin with University of Wisconsin-Platteville. 1845 Lead Mine & Rollo Jamison Museum.
Potosi Brewery Foundation
Dave Fritz
P.O. Box 177
Potosi ,
WI
53820
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Phone: 608.763.4002
holiday@tds.net
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The Potosi Brewery was originally built in 1852 and is on the National Register of Historic Places. The complex includes the American Breweriana Association National Museum; a Restaurant; Microbrewery and a Great River Road Interpretive Center.
Potosi-Tennyson Chamber of Commerce
Catfish Capitol of Wisconsin, on the Mississippi with Passage Thru Time Museum, Badger Hut remains, St. John Mine. Potosi Brewery opening June 2008 with National ABA Museum. All on the World's longest Main Street.
Shullsburg Community Development Corporation
Cheryl Fink
P.O. Box 3
Shullsburg,
WI
53586
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Phone: 608.965.4579
cjfink@mhtc.net
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Shullsburg, the third oldest community in the state, is unique with many restored buildings & Gravity Hill. Enjoy year round shopping, dining in our great restaurants, and comfortable overnight accommodations.
Sinsinawa Mound Center
"Tracing A Journey" self guided exhibit outlines Fr. Mazzuchelli's life in Italy, journey to the American frontier, & his work among Native Americans, settlers & miners of the area. Visit our Bookshop & Art Gallery.
Stonefield State Historic Site
Stonefield State Historic Site, Cassville, WI. Home to the Wisconsin State Agricultural Museum - including rare examples & McCormik patent models, a 1900 Farmstead, a 1900 Village - A 30 building re-created community & Governor Nelson Dewey Homesite - the estate of the first governor of Wisconsin.
Tricor Insurance & Financial Services
UW-Platteville Pioneer Farm
Gretchen Kamps
UW - Platteville School of Ag - Pioneer Tower
1 University Plaza,
WI
53818
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Phone: 608.342.1850
pioneerfarm@uwplatt.edu
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Experience a real farm! Tour our dairy center featuring robotic and double 5 herringbone parlors. Observe our beef herd, cropland and environmental research projects. Limited access to our new swine facility. Overnight accommodations available.
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