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Rock Island Boathouse
Thordarson’s Rock Island Boathouse was built in 1929 by Chicago inventor and millionaire Chester Thordarson and greets visitors arriving to Rock Island on the Karfi ferry. The lower level of the boathouse is built to accommodate two 50-foot yachts. The 40 by 70-foot architectural structure atop
Rock Island State Park, Washington, WI 54246
Rock Island State Park
Rock Island State Park is located on Rock Island, which can be reached by taking the Karfi ferry from Washington Island. The passenger-only ferry runs from Memorial Day through Columbus Day. Vehicles are not permitted on Rock Island. Rock Island State Park offers camping, ten miles of hiking
1924 Indian Point Rd, Washington, WI 54246
Washington Island Biergarten
The Washington Island Biergarten is new as of 2022 and is located at the Deer Run Golf Course. Come and enjoy some German beer and food while hanging out at the outdoor tables or sitting around the large fire pit. If you’re not worn out from a game of golf, there are yard games to play
1885 Michigan Rd, Washington, WI 54246
Art & Nature Center
The Art & Nature Center on Washington Island promotes arts and nature studies. They host numerous classes and program and are open seasonally from June through September.
1799 Main Rd, Washington, WI 54246
Thorstein Veblen Study Cabin
The Thorstein Veblen Study Cabin was built in 1916 by world-famous economist Thorstein Veblen, who spent his summers on Washington Island. The study cabin has been moved and is currently being restored by Little Lake, next to the Jacobsen Museum
2150 Little Lake Rd, Washington, WI 54246
Washington Island Farm Museum
This farm museum on the north end of Washington Island is comprised of nine buildings with collections of farm implements, tools and kitchen items primarily from the period of 1870-1940. Visitors can see farm animals, take a wagon ride, make crafts, and enjoy historical activities
1675 Jackson Harbor Rd, Washington, WI 54246