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One of famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright's last projects, the circular domed church was designed to resemble the Greek Orthodox cross. While tours are not available except during the annual Greek Fest celebration, visitors are always welcome at Sunday's Divine Liturgy.
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DOWNTOWN. This 1892 Flemish Renaissance mansion, constructed for beer baron Captain Frederick Pabst, was saved from demolition in 1975 by a group of concerned local citizens. Faithfully restored and furnished, the mansion is now an amazing example of Milwaukee's wealthy history. Considered the crown jewel of Grand Avenue when it was built, the mansion has 37 rooms, 12 bathrooms, and 14 fireplaces. It was wired for electricity, had full indoor plumbing, and cutting edge central heating, complete with 16 thermostats. Originally there were several outbuildings, including a stable designed as a miniature version of the mansion, a glass conservatory and servant's quarters.
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With a splendid new lakeshore location in 2006, this museum features interactive exhibits, laboratories and areas to explore energy, water and modern medicine – among many others! Lots of high-tech resources are used to transport guests into virtual simulations. Marine and fresh water aquariums mimic environments from Wisconsin to the Caribbean. This is also the summer home of tall-ship S/V Denis Sullivan, a three-masted schooner.
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Situated about 45 minutes from Milwaukee, Kettle Moraine is nationally known and attracts thousands of visitors from all over the country. The Northern Unit encompasses about 30000 acres of forests, hills, lakes, and interesting glacial formations. Start your visit at the at the Henry S. Reuss Ice Age Visitor Center, where you can learn about the geology and topography of the park, pick up maps and trail guides, and find out about any current restrictions. Then you're free to enjoy a wealth of activities: hiking and bicycling on over 130 miles of trails, camping, fishing, canoeing, horseback riding, cross country skiing and snowshoeing.
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From its origins as an artists' society, through numerous expansions which have included the 1957 Eero Saarinen designed building and several subsequent additions and refurbishments, the Milwaukee Art Museum has dramatically increased both its collections and its programming. Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava designed the most recent expansion, which unified the various buildings and wings into a larger, more cohesive modern complex. Indeed, the building is just as impressive as its contents. Ahhh, the contents. With ancient Greek artifacts, medieval and renaissance paintings and textiles, modern American and European sculpture, paintings, and video installments, plus folk art from around the world, this is truly a premier collection.
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The permanent exhibits here are truly amazing. The first natural history diorama was built here and set the standard for museums all over the world. Topics range from dinosaurs and bugs, to life in a European Village and life in turn-of-the-century Milwaukee. There's a butterfly pavilion, a two-story rain forest, decorative arts from various periods of history, and exhibits about Native American Indians, pre-Columbian times, the Arctic and Asia. But to give you a better idea of just how big the place is, here are some facts: the museum has over 5 million objects in its collection, some 150,000 square feet of exhibit space, 6 themed gift shops and a café, plus auditoriums, an IMAX theater and a library.
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DOWNTOWN. Nicknamed "The Domes" after the construction of three 85- foot high, dome-shaped glass greenhouses, Mitchell Park Conservatory offers visitors a look at the flora that thrive in different climates. The Arid Dome features desert plants from around the world, and the variety of cacti and succulents is astounding. The Tropical Dome features a Tropical Rainforest environment, complete with 1200 varieties of plants, towering palms, birds, and even iguanas. The Floral Show Dome has changing exhibits, each with a specific theme, such as US regional gardens, a model railroad garden, and a special holiday show in December.
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Located on the campus of Marquette University, the Haggerty Museum of Art has an impressive permanent collection that spans centuries and genres. With over 4300 works, the museum can display only a portion of the collection at any given time, but some of the highlights include works by Jacob Lawrence, Max Lieberman and Salvador Dali. Special exhibits have featured pieces by Marc Chagall and Auguste Rodin, in addition to modern video and multi media installations. A range of events is offered as well, such as lectures, classes and theater programs.
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MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY. Moved to Marquette from Long Isalnd, NY in the mid 1960s, the little Saint Joan of Arc Chapel is believed to be the only medieval building in the Western Hemisphere still used in its original capacity. There are many stories associated with the chapel, originally built during the 15th century in the village of Chasse, near Lyon, France. For instance, the chapel contains a stone that was kissed by Joan of Arc before she died and is colder to touch than all the other stones, according to legend. The beautiful park-like setting of the Central Mall, bordered by 13th and 16th Streets and Wisconsin Avenue and Clybourn Street, is popular with students and faculty.
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Built in 1923 in the style of a 16th-century Italian villa, this mansion was once home to Lloyd R. Smith, president of Milwaukee's A.O. Smith Company. Today the home features original furnishings, art and antiques, including a wonderful collection of cast and wrought iron works by noted Milwaukee blacksmith Cyril Colnik. Designed by noted landscape architect Ruth Standish Nichols, the lovely grounds were based on an actual Italian garden. Special events include an ongoing music series at the café and regular art exhibits and lectures. Deeded to the city in 1966, the mansion is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a National Historic Landmark.
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