SC Johnson Administration Building
1939Frank Lloyd Wright's revolutionary 1939 office building for SC Johnson in Racine, featuring dendriform columns and the 1950 Research Tower.
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Frank Lloyd Wright's revolutionary 1939 office building for SC Johnson in Racine, featuring dendriform columns and the 1950 Research Tower.
On May 5, 1886, state militia fired on unarmed workers marching for an eight-hour workday at the Bay View rolling mill, killing seven.
21 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
Ever wonder how ships found their way in the dark, especially on a massive lake like Michigan? This complex of navigation aids, started in the 1860s, once saved countless lives right here in Racine. Back in 1837, the…
Frank Lloyd Wright's revolutionary 1939 office building for SC Johnson in Racine, featuring dendriform columns and the 1950 Research Tower.
Pull over here for a peek at a rare gem: a Frank Lloyd Wright Prairie School home! Built in 1905, the Thomas P. Hardy House is a stunning example of Wright's vision. Thomas P. Hardy, a businessman, commissioned Wright…
Prepare to be amazed by a building that looks like it landed from the future: the Johnson Wax Headquarters! Designed by the legendary Frank Lloyd Wright, the Administration Building opened in 1939, followed by the…
Ever wondered where that comforting malted milk flavor came from? You're driving right past the birthplace of Horlicks! This very complex, with its striking castle-like buildings, was where William Horlick, an English…
Towering over Lake Michigan, the Wind Point Lighthouse has been a beacon of safety for ships since the late 1800s. It's more than just a pretty landmark; it's a vital navigational aid. Construction began in 1880, and…
Prepare to be amazed because you're about to discover a masterpiece of architectural genius!This is Wingspread, designed by the legendary Frank Lloyd Wright for Herbert Fisk Johnson Jr., the head of S.C. Johnson. Built…
Ever wondered what secrets lie beneath Lake Michigan's waves right here? Get ready to dive into the tragic tale of the Kate Kelly, a schooner that met its watery grave off this very coast in 1895. The Kate Kelly was a…
A castle-shaped cheese shop off I-94 in Wisconsin. 100+ varieties and cheese curds that squeak.
Just offshore, beneath the waves, lies a piece of Wisconsin's maritime history: the Lumberman. This three-masted schooner met its end in Lake Michigan, becoming a time capsule on the lakebed. On a stormy night in 1893,…
This unassuming house holds a dark secret: it's where Bridget McCaffary was murdered, leading to a landmark legal case in Wisconsin.In 1842, John McCaffary built this house. Just a few years later, he killed his wife,…
Beneath the waves, just off this coast, lies a piece of history you can't see from here: the Rosinco, a luxury yacht turned warship, now a shipwreck. Originally named Georgiana III, this yacht was built in 1916. During…
Just off the coast here lies a magnificent time capsule, frozen in the depths of Lake Michigan. This is the final resting place of the SS Wisconsin, an iron-hulled package steamer built in 1881. She was making her usual…
This isn't just another old house; it's a survivor! The Henry I. Paddock House is the oldest house in Winthrop Harbor, offering a glimpse into the town's very beginnings. Henry I. Paddock built this place around 1860.…
Pull over for a moment; you're about to enter a village born from the Great Depression. Greendale, Wisconsin wasn't just another town; it was a bold experiment in community planning.In the 1930s, as part of President…
This seemingly peaceful spot played a vital role in preparing soldiers for conflicts across the globe. From 1892 to the early 1970s, Camp Logan served as an Illinois National Guard base and rifle range. It was named…
Ever wondered where a lifelong passion for global stories might begin? Right here, in this humble stone house, lived a boy named Jeremiah Curtin who would grow up to collect fairy tales from around the world. Built in…
Ever wondered how ships navigated the vast, often treacherous waters of the Great Lakes before modern technology? Right here, we’re about to uncover the story of a forgotten hero: the lightship LV-57. Built in 1891,…
Pulling up to Shiloh House, you're looking at what was once the heart of a very ambitious religious experiment. This was the home of John Alexander Dowie, the founder of Zion, Illinois. Dowie, a controversial figure,…
On May 5, 1886, state militia fired on unarmed workers marching for an eight-hour workday at the Bay View rolling mill, killing seven.
Look at that! Up ahead, you’re about to see one of Milwaukee’s most breathtaking architectural wonders: the Basilica of St. Josaphat. This isn't just a church; it's a testament to the dreams and determination of an…