The Grand Opera House provides a ª ne arts season of
national and international touring artists with public touring artist
performances, an educational Student Discovery Series and community activities.
Its near-perfect acoustics, Victorian décor and intimate 668-seat
theater draw artists and audiences from around the world.
Tour Time: 45-60 minute historical tour
Cost: $2/person for tours; Complimentary tours for driver
and escort.
Season: Year-round
Hours: Tours by appointment; Performance schedule varies.
John Michael Kohler Arts Center
- SHEBOYGAN COUNTY
Nationally known art exhibits and performers fill this
thriving 99,000 square foot cultural center. Nothing’s ordinary,
everything’s extraordinary. The John Michael Kohler Arts Center
is comprised of 11 galleries that focus on Contemporary American art
and designer gardens bursting with vibrant colors. Even the six restrooms
are the creation of artists as part of the Art Center’s Arts/Industry
program.
Tour Time: Varies; Call for performance/exhibit schedule
Cost: Free tours; Performance schedule varies.
Season: Year-round
Hours: Mon,Wed, Fri 10am-5pm; Tues, Thurs 10am-8pm; Sat,
Sun 10am-4pm
Paine Art Center and Gardens
- OSHKOSH
Respected as one of “America’s Castles,” the
Paine Art Center and Gardens is a unique combination of historic mansion,
art galleries and seasonal display gardens. Experience the grandeur of
a Tudor Revival manor house, exquisite craftsmanship, a world-class collection
of American landscape paintings and decorative arts, as well as 19 themed
garden areas. Surrounded by enchanting garden walls, the Paine has a
stunning living collection of trend setting plant varieties.
Tour Time: 1.5 hours
Cost: $4/person for Mansion; Gardens free; Complimentary
tours for driver and escort.
Season: Mansion year-round; Gardens open April-Oct
Hours: Tues-Sun 11am-4pm. Closed major holidays.
Rahr - West Art Museum and Victorian Mansion
- MANITOWOC
A Victorian mansion built in 1891 by Manitowoc pioneer Joseph Vilas. The museum features changing exhibitions and an important collection of contemporary American art. The museum is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is accredited by the American Association of Museum.
Tour Time: 1 hour
Cost: Free; $10 docent fee for groups.
Season: Year-round
Hours: Mon-Fri 10-4; Wed 10-8; Sat, Sun 11-4
Stephanie H. Weill Center for the Performing Arts
- SHEBOYGAN COUNTY
The Stefanie H. Weill Center for the Performing Arts
is the product of a complete top-to-bottom restoration of the old Sheboygan
Theatre. The exquisite performance hall is home to the Sheboygan Symphony
Orchestra and Chorus.
This six-acre estate of the late Ruth and John West is
located along Lake Michigan’s shoreline. Created in 1934, the grounds
feature a rose garden, sunken, formal and Japanese gardens. Excellent
group photo opportunities.
Experience all areas of the arts at Windhover. Visit
the art gallery free of charge Mon-Sat or participate in a wide range
of programs for children and adults, including Jazz, Folk and Chamber
Music series, Cafe au Lit, theatre productions, classes, workshops, Children’s
Chorale and other special events.
Tour Time: Varies
Cost: Free
Season: Year-round
Hours: Mon-Sat, Call for group information.
CAPITOL CIVIC CENTRE
- MANITOWOC
Vintage 1921 restored vaudeville house featuring professional
touring
artists, Broadway shows, music, theatre and dance. Home to 10 local
performing groups. Calendar of events available.
Theatre: 913 S. 8th St., P.O. Box 399, Daytime box office:
702 Jay St.,
Manitowoc, WI 54221-0399 920-683-2184
Box office hours: Mon&Fri: 10 am - 6 pm;
Tue - Thur: 10 am - 4 pm; Sat 9 am - Noon www.cccshows.org
FREE tours by appointment.
Tour Time: 45 minutes
Cost: Group Rate available on most performances
