The Racine Heritage Museum has three floors of exhibits that explore the rich cultural history of Racine County, from wheat production to global manufacturing and an emerging leader in technical innovation. The building itself was once a Carnegie library and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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RAM’s Wustum Museum of Fine Arts
The Racine Art Museum’s Wustum Museum is housed in a 19th century Italianate-style mansion and features nationally recognized works in fine art and craft media. The grounds include a formal Boerner-designed garden and animal sculptures.
2519 Northwestern Ave, Racine, WI 53403
Heritage Walking Tours
Take a guided tour of beautiful downtown Racine and learn about Wisconsin’s rich abolitionist, industrial, architectural and immigrant history. The 1.1-mile walking tour is offered on Saturdays at 10:30 am and begins at the front steps of the Racine Heritage Museum. Tour lasts approximately
701 Main St, Racine, WI 53403
Wind Point Lighthouse
Built in 1880, Wind Point Lighthouse is the oldest and tallest working lighthouse on Lake Michigan and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The lighthouse and tower are open for tours on select dates. Visit their website for more details
4725 Lighthouse Dr, Racine, WI 53402
Racine Zoo
The Racine Zoo is home to more than 300 animals from around 75 difference species. The 28-acre Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. The Zoo has a large number of large mammals including the African lion, wallaroo, orangutan, giraffe, rhinoceros and many others
2131 N Main St, Racine, WI 53402
Racine Art Museum
The Racine Art Museum is home to the largest contemporary craft collection in the United States. Nearly half of the Museum’s almost 10,000 pieces focuses on contemporary craft pieces from internationally recognized artists. Museum exhibits change approximately two to three times per year
441 Main St, Racine, WI 53403
SC Johnson Headquarters
The SC Johnson plant in Racine is the only remaining Frank Lloyd Wright-designed corporate headquarters still in use. Free tours of the plant include the Administration Building, Research Tower, the SC Johnson Gallery, The Golden Rondelle Theater, and Fortaleza Hall, which features a replica
1525 Howe St, Racine, WI 53403