There are many interesting Kenosha landmarks given the fact that the regional area is so rich in historical significance and local culture. One fun way to explore these local gems is to take a tour of the four local National Register Historic Districts. Maps and directions are available for each district from www.kenoshacvb.com.

On your walking tour of Kenosha, Wisconsin attractions, you’ll enjoy lovely historic homes, old buildings and interesting landmarks that have been lovingly treasured by the community for future generations to enjoy.

The first of the Kenosha, WI tourist attractions is the Library Park Historic District. This lovely area includes the Simmons Library as its centerpiece. In this area you’ll see some really interesting examples of architecture dating back to the late 19th Century and early 20th Century. It’s reflected in both thee homes and buildings. This area was involved in aspects of the Underground Railroad before the Civil War, where people helped slaves escape the south and move into the Great Lakes area and even north into Canada.

Locals call the Third Avenue Historic District the mansion district. This area is set along the shores of Lake Michigan. Many influential people in Kenosha have settled here in the beautiful homes.

The Civic Center Historic District is home to many important local buildings in Kenosha.

Finally, the Pearl Street Historic District includes many buildings from the late 19th Century and the early 20th Century. Here you can see cream city brick and facades made of cast iron. Here you’ll find the William Seymour House, which was a boarding house and saloon, and the Maple House, which was a hotel that many railroad workers stayed at.