Key Milwaukee

March 2015

An A-Z visitors guide to Milwaukee Wisconsin. Sponsored by Key Magazine Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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CEDARBURG Famous for its historic limestone buildings, Cedarburg provides a small town getaway, only 20 minutes north of Milwaukee. u General Store Museum at the corner of Washington and Spring Includes: The Cedarburg Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center 262-377- 5856 cedarburg.org. u Bangles & Bags W63 N6672 Washington Ave., Cedarburg. We love its natural light and "art gallery vibe". Like all B & B locations, the arrangement by colors makes matching an accessory to that special outfit a breeze. Also in Waukesha, Delafield, Wauwatosa and Oconomowoc. u Cedar Creek Settlement corner of Washington & Bridge Sts. cedarcreeksettlement.com Be sure to visit this renovated 1864 woolen mill and adjacent buildings. Cedar Creek Winery provides visitors with tours and tastings, and gift boxes make a perfect "Made in Wisconsin" gift. After discovering your favorite vintage, take the short flight of stairs to go from the winery to the main part of the settlement to reach Cedar Creek Pottery. The vast array of handmade pottery and fine craft will amaze you. PORT WASHINGTON About 30 minutes from downtown Milwaukee, Port Washington enjoys a setting on Lake Michigan, with a marina that is the departure point for many charter fishing boats. u Port Washington Tourism Council office, 126 E. Grand Ave. VisitPortWashington.com for info and suggestions. u Blue Heron Artisans Marketplace 102 E. Pier St. Look for the orange tile roof of Port's 1929 fire station A great stop for a range of intriguing items, including unique works by local artists. Find the perfect souvenir. Also on the premises is Heron Bay Banquet Hall. A mix of rich Port Washington history and beautiful architecture, unique accents and a modern clean style. The hall accommodates approximately 90 seated guests. GRAFTON North of Cedarburg, Grafton boasts a revitalized downtown that highlights its Paramount Records blues legacy. There's a one-of-a-kind Walk of Fame tribute to blues artists who recorded at the Grafton studio in the late 1920s, unique fountain and stage area, distinctive restaurants and shops. g SHOPPING 34 keymilwaukee.com

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