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| Scheduled Stops Along The Way |
Enjoy our 15 mile, 1 1/2 - 2 hour narrated tour, highlighting: island history; harbors; uptown area; Ostrich/Exotic Animal Farm; churches; Farm Museum; Stavkirke; Schoolhouse Beach; School Art Nature Center and Jacobsen Museum.
Each tour makes three stops. Stops may vary for each tour.
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| 1. Ostrich & Exotic Animal Farm |
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Our hosts, Wayne, Kristi and Kati, established this wondrous animal
kingdom in 1997. Thousands of visitors enjoy their narrated/walking tour of their farm. Over the years they have provided a home to a baby tiger, baby camel, Patagonian cavies and a new "featured" animal every year. Delicious ostrich sticks and collectable ostrich eggshells are available. |
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2. Stavkirke Church
The unique architecture of the stave church (or “stavkirke” in Norwegian) emerged in the 11th century, blending ancient Norse tradition with Christianity. The Island Stavkirke, built and dedicated in 1995, was named among the Top 10 Great
Places with International Flair by USA Today. This structure
was constructed by island craftsmen under the guidance of
the Trinity Lutheran Church. |
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3. The Farm Museum
Buildings and implements from the 1880s were used by the early settlers to establish farming as one of the major occupations. From the Pioneer Cabin to the Double Log Barn, you’ll be transported back in time.
The Farm Museum is a non-profit Wisconsin corporation and donations are warmly appreciated. |
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4. Schoolhouse Beach
Located in Washington Harbor, on the northern coast of Washington Island, Schoolhouse Beach received its name from the early islanders whose children attended the school
by the water. This deepest of island harbors had piers for ships bringing early visitors to this community. This beach has unique, distinctive all white limestone rocks. Created by nature and now carefully preserved by law, please...do not remove these precious stones |
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5. The Art & Nature Center
Exhibits of art and nature, historical artifacts along with classes attract thousands of visitors yearly. The center offers “live” concerts throughout the summer months. Shop and delight in original island art, crafts and nature.
Admission with donation. Children under age 12 are free. |
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