Top Things to Do in Appleton, Wisconsin
Wisconsin's oldest brewpub, a multifaceted arts center, and the home base of the Eco Candle Company can all be found in Wisconsin's sixth-largest city.
What to do
Eco Candle Company A hundred retailers across the country sell soy-wax candles crafted in downtown Appleton. ecocandleco.com
Fox Cities Performing Arts Center Catch a touring Broadway show or live concert. Expected to reopen in fall 2021. foxcitiespac.com
Hearthstone Historic House Museum This residence-turned-museum was the first in the world to be powered using hydroelectricity, thanks to Thomas Edison's turn-of-the-20th-century inventions. hearthstonemuseum.org
History Museum at the Castle Closed as of April 2021 due to the pandemic; check website for updates. Exhibits honor Appleton's native son, legendary magician and escape artist Harry Houdini, with interactive stations allowing guests to try shaking free of shackles and escaping from a straitjacket. myhistorymuseum.org
The Trout Museum of Art A modern glass façade connected to an old brick building defines the new-meets-classic feel inside, where minimalist galleries house works by the likes of Whistler and Dali. troutmuseum.org
Bubolz Nature Preserve Enjoy 8.5 miles of winding trails. bubolzpreserve.org
Where to eat
Apollon Greek and Mediterranean dishes, such as moussaka, stuffed grouper and braised lamb shank, star at the intimate downtown space. apollonrestaurant.com
Frank's Pizza Palace Nosh on award-winning thin crust and sausage prepared on site. Plus, don't miss out on "Frank's Special" pizza - double sausage with mounded mushrooms. frankspizzapalace.com
Simon's Specialty Cheese Store Dairy-lovers delight over the hundreds of options. Although the curds are tough to pass up, Simon's prides itself most in its Masters Reserve sharp cheddar. simonscheese.com
Stone Arch Brewpub In a state filled with bars, this 1859 establishment houses the oldest brewpub in Wisconsin. Stone walls and aged wood set the scene for a meal of pub food and German-inspired dishes. stonearchbrewpub.com
Wilmar Confectionery The aroma of chocolate fills the air at this family-owned business. wilmarchocolates.com
Where to stay
Copperleaf Boutique Hotel and Spa Indulge with whirlpools, electric fireplaces and a spa. copperleafhotel.com
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