We took the stairs up to the light station. There is a great view from the top. We took a quick…read morelook around and found a nice neighborhood surrounding it. I didn't know there was a museum until reading reviews. I assume the museum was closed when we went.

There's a certain romance to a lighthouse that attracts people. This is a unique light station,…read moreit's more than a lighthouse. In most cases, there is a separate lighthouse and a lighthouse keeper's quarters. Here, the light tower was built on the top of the lighthouse keeper's quarters, making it just that much more convenient. Of course, being a lighthouse keeper was far from convenient. It was usually a lonely job, perfect for a solitary soul who liked isolation. It was a necessary job, warning ships away from dangerous shorelines, shoals, reefs and rocks, or welcoming ships into a safe harbor. Before the days of radar and later, GPS, the lighthouse was the only way to let mariners know they were nearing land. Many had foghorns to perform the same function when the light could not be seen. Lake Michigan was lined with lighthouses. Many remain, but most have long ago been decommissioned and extinguished. In fact, this lighthouse was decommissioned in 1903, after a pierhead light had been installed. The light tower was removed in 1934. No one knows whatever happened to that light and the 4th order Fresnel lens that guided ships into, or past, Port Washington. In 2000, the Port Washington Historical Society was presented with the light station. An ambitious project began to restore the light station to its former glory. When the Duchy of Luxembourg heard that the people of Port Washington were beginning the restoration, the Duchy offered to help. The people of Luxembourg were appreciative of the many descendents of Luxembourg emigrants who still lived in Ozaukee County, and grateful for the American army liberating Luxembourg in World War II. The Duchy built a duplicate of the old light tower and shipped it to Port Washington. The tower went up in 2002 as the restoration was nearing completion. The committee raised funds to have a reproduction of the 4th Order Beehive Fresnel Lens made, identical to the one that had originally been in the tower. It was installed in 2007. You will see all this when you take the tour! Volunteer guides will tell you the entire story of the Port Washington Light Station and invite you to climb the ladders to the light room. It's a spectacular view of Port Washington and Lake Michigan. Children under six are not allowed to climb to the light tower, and it is not for the faint of heart. The ladders are steep, and appropriate clothing and footwear is required. No flip-flops or mules are allowed and skirts are not recommended. No kilts, guys. The light station is open on weekends, May through October. Group tours can be arranged.

Went to the book sale. They were closing up and the lady told me to throw the books in the half…read morefull bag. I stated that the books stuck out she told me it didn't matter. Then when I walked over to pay for it the lady behind the table charged me $10.00 for my one bag. Will never return. People were hostile and mean.

This library is amazing. There are two stories. Filled with books and movies. It is very organized…read more The upstairs has a study room. I like this library. The library card is free. Not open on Sundays. If I go back to school, this is the place I will go to study in, and possibly relax, too. This place is quiet. It has private and street parking.

First time at the park. They were hosting a special fundraiser that included an art fair, with lots…read moreof vendors to browse. We strolled around for an hour or so, picked up some beautifully crafted felted soap, enjoyed a couple of pork sliders, and listened to live music. It made for a very enjoyable afternoon. We'll definitely have to come back another time to explore the historic buildings.

Went to their Thresheree and Harvest Festival which was amazing. This would be fun to do in a group…read moreor alone. I opted to go by myself, which was nice because I could walk and read at my own pace. Parking was ample. Their are wooded walking trails with scenic stops. I started with the informative Feed Mill. Staff was abundant for questions but they had well marked signs all over. I wandered through a war camp (?) which was not as well marked but they were starting to tear down so maybe the signs went first. Next I checked out the General Store, another camp setup, two farm homes, followed by the sugar shack where they sold Maple Cotton Candy. Let me tell you, this is the elite flavor of cotton candy. There were also stands with food, beverages (unclear if they sold beer), and novelties. They had a silent auction, raffle, and antiques. Plenty of activities for kids but it is a bit of walking. It took about 3,000 steps to do the full loop. I am definitely headed back with a group to attend their Blacksmith Day on October 7th.

This is the newest WI state park. we were excited as effigy mounds are an interest of ours. we…read morebought the pass but it appears this was not needed. There is plenty of parking. The mounds are a weedy mess. you can barely see them with all the brush and overgrowth. I don't understand why this isn't maintained better. The pavilion is nice but the interactive display is broken. there is one portapotty in the rough that anyone with a disability would struggle to get to. We study the mounds throughout the Midwest and this is the worst condition we have seen.

Now a State Park, but you wouldn't know that from the lack of signs at the entrance. Beautiful…read moreplace, and a nice place to reflect. I'm glad these pieces of Wisconsin history are getting state protection. The trails are a bit of a maze, but they seems to bring you back to the car park. Visit this park! Just don't walk on the mounds.

This courthouse has been very helpful to me and is one of the more "fair" and knowledgeable…read morecourthouses in Wisconsin. They allowed my mom to take guardianship of my daughter due to being an abused woman and being isolated. I went through a lot being an abused woman and they set me up with an amazing set of CHIPS workers as well as a nice guardian at litem who was very helpful in getting me the services I need in the best interest for my daughter. This courthouse is very nice; I'm waiting for Fond Du Lac courthouse to open their business so that I can write a review for them as well. That's my second favorite courthouse. I know the police at both locations that guard the courthouse and they are very helpful in getting you where you need to go. Thank you Washington court house!

I can only review the process to reserve park space. We're holding our wedding at Homestead Hollow…read morein Germantown.You cannot reserve space on line or via the phone. You must physically go to West Bend.....One the fist working day of the calendar year in which you wish to reserve space. While I do get that they are trying to be fair and keep it simple, it was quite the ordeal. We go there at 8 when the office opened and there was a line of 15 ahead of us. We were checked in and she used a wall calendar to check if our date was available. It was so we were ushered to line number 2. We waited for about an hour before making it to the counter where we were then given a contract. Once that was filled out double stamped and copied, off to line 3 to actually pay. The whole process took about 2 hours. It was worth is to us, the prices are great and they're pretty open in terms of use and no catering specifications, etc. But, it was very nerve wracking having to wait and see if we got the date. I do love old school methods and am far from a full on techy, I would have preferred an online system for goodness sakes.

Always helpful and welcoming. Staff is well trained. They take the time to get to know their…read morecustomers.

No lines n packages put promptly into mail. Friendly and helpful clerks. Parking is a problem…read moreexcept for disabled.

Rude service. Had a question on why a piece of mail was returned and was met with little…read moreexplanation and no resolution.

The Thiensville Post Office does a great job. Most of the time they have enough people working and…read morethey are always eager to help. I give them 5 stars. Jan Callaway