This place is incredible! Every car is owned by the Dahl family and extremely well preserved! If…read moreyou are getting you vehicle serviced at their shop next door, admission is free. Otherwise, admission is only $5, and that is a deal for the cars you'll see! Aside from the cars, they have a very cool hood ornament display case, as well as a timeline that includes the history of cars and includes the price of fuel and milk and U.S. population, etc., along the way. I took many more photos than what I posted because you really have to see the collection in person. They really have some special gems including a Subaru model that only 209 of were manufactured in 2019, so super rare. I consider this a must-visit when in La Crosse whether you are a car enthusiast or not!

The best museum in La Crosse and like best auto museum in Wisconsin…read more The downtown museum is in an optimum location with free and easy parking right on the street in front of the museum. Adults $5 with seniors even less. The cars are packed into the location but visitors can access each car with360 Degree clearance so you can see the from every angle. The age of this collection goes all the way back to 1909 up to 2016 and each car is pristinely restored and maintained. Displays for each vehicles gives year, model, and model specs as well as cultural details relevant to its time. Really interesting! They capture the not only the timeline of the dealership since its founding, but aspects of La Crosse's specific history, the auto industry as a whole, and America's culture. The hood ornament collection and the gas pump illuminated signs really complement the value of this museum. All of this is accomplished by adding great graphics and neon to pull it all together. My only wish is that the building was even bigger to hold them and grow this magnificent collection. I am not knowledgeable about cars, but this museum was a delight even for people like me. I would guess about 40-50 cars and trucks are on display. Many convertibles! I spent about 2 hours here appreciating this beautifully curated collection. Oh, the space can also be rented for corporate functions and small weddings, too! Finally, It is never packed so it is easy to enjoy time here without having to fight your way through a crowd. Don't miss it. It is worth a special trip to the city just for this museum on a rainy day.

We contacted Alex seeking information on doing some bass fishing on the Mississippi River near La…read moreCrosse. Alex was very informative and answered all our questions. You could tell Alex was very knowledgeable and customer service oriented. After talking to Alex, and watching his YouTube videos, we booked a half day on the water in the middle of May. Quick breakdown: Alex communicated great leading up to the day of the trip and told us exactly where to go on the day of the trip. We arrived a few minutes early and Alex was waiting the dock for us. After a quick safety briefing. We pushed out and had a great fishing day. We caught largemouth and smallmouth and even a bonus fish (pike). We fished a variety of baits but we caught them on crank baits, chatter baits, and senkos. The fish were mostly post spawn and were kinda in that funk between spawning and guarding fry. Alex never stopped working to get us on fish, he moved spots frequently with the changing conditions. Alex's boat fishes very well and he has all the modern tools to help get on fish. He has quality equipment and it was all ready for our success. Alex prices were fair considering the cost of fuel, equipment and his time. Alex does not provide lunch or snacks but that is ok because he tells you up front and that allows you to bring whatever you like. All said, Alex is great and we look forward to booking another trip with him. 5/5

I took my son and grandson on a guided catfish trip with Alex from River Bent outfitters and we had…read morean absolute great time. We drove down from Tomahawk and were able to land 10 fish highlighted by a 20-12 lb and 13-3 lb Flathead and a monster 14-14 lb Channel. It was a trip none of us will ever forget. Alex was very knowledgeable and extremely friendly and kept the boys entertained the entire night, I would defiantly recommend River Bent Outfitters and we plan on going again in the near future.

This is one of my favorite museums in the state, I love the art here so much. The museum is right…read moreon the river, has a nice coffee bar with light fare inside, cool gift shop, and lots of exhibits. It will take you about an hour to check everything out, maybe a bit more if you do the scavenger hunt, which I did alongside my kiddo. The interactive exhibits were great as well, and they do a great job of teaching you about environmental issues plaguing our water systems and use art to do it in a way that conveys a great message. Highly recommended to pop in when you are nearby!

On a recent trip to the area, my friend and I decided to check out this museum. Located on a…read morepeaceful stretch of the Mississippi, there's a beautiful promenade area along the river that would be perfect for relaxing if you find yourself with time to spare. We arrived about an hour before closing and despite having to visit at a fast clip, I'm so glad we added this to our agenda. Most of the rooms contain visiting exhibits, and my favorites this time included the up-cycled plastic art and the large canvas from the 19th century depicting whaling that is visiting. If you're in Winona, this museum is a must-add to your places to visit list!

The folks who run this historic mill are so earnest and lovely. You got to see a real, old -…read morefashioned working mill, and practically every piece of equipment that was in use for the last 150 years. It is a real historic treasure, and the 20 minute video that precedes your self - guided tour is equal parts delightful and hokey. A sweet, slightly goofy, terribly earnest little stop that is worth your time.

This a must see. Much more bigger than I thought. I only had a little time. Need a couple hours…read morenext time. I will make sure have a tour next time. The guy working the gift shop provided great information. I will be back next month for the festival and become a member.

When my Polish mother lived up North, she loved visiting this museum as she loves getting in touch…read morewith her Polish heritage. She now lives in Texas, so she doesn't get to visit, so I did the next best thing, and ordered some Christmas gifts from this museum. We had a mix up, and stuff happens, especially during a pandemic, so after not receiving the package after the scheduled arrival, they informed me it got lost in shipment. So they made it right and, in fact, they made it better! I can't wait to give these gifts to my mother on Christmas! Museums don't specialize in customer service like other establishments do, so you wouldn't expect a museum to excel at customer service, but this museum rocks at customer service! Keep it up!

If you want a nice weekend day with the family and see a great private collection of cars, more and…read moremore toys and other treasures, Elmer's is the place ! It is a great family experience ! Lots of folks that have a friendly word and explain a lot about the place. You can even take guided tour thru the car resting country site ! Bring a lunch and overlook the Mississippi valley from the top of the hill !

We visited the International Owl Center for one of their programs a few weeks ago. We paid $18 for…read moretwo people and it was definitely worth it, especially if you love owls and care about conservation. We arrived early and had time to walk around an check out their adorable gift shop. Even if you can't make it to a program, the gift shop alone is worth a stop and the proceeds go to an amazing cause. There were 3 owls present for our program but Ruby was the star of the show and the only one to be brought out for viewing. Our speaker advised that there are typically 5 owls present but they have to be transported to the center daily and if they don't feel like coming, they are not made to. I love that! JR the Eastern Screech Owl was also there but he never really came out so I could get a look at him (although I did hear him once and his little "screech" was nothing like I expected!) and Bea the burrowing owl was also there. She was my absolute favorite with her dainty size and her sweet, although shy, disposition. I never even knew there owls that nest underground before seeing her. We learned a lot about these amazing animals and things we can do to help them and although our program was full of adults and seniors, I think this would be a really great thing to do with children. For instance, through an exhibit about wingspan, we learned that my husband has the wingspan of a Blakiston's Fish Owl and I have the wingspan of a Eurasian Eagle Owl. They have plenty of interesting exhibits about the different sizes and types of owls and we made sure to "Make a pledge to save owls" before leaving. They also sell artwork from the community and are working very hard to raise money for a new facility for these beautiful creatures so I recommend coming to visit if you are able and having a nice time while helping a very good cause.

This is an amazing place. So interesting- informative- family friendly-and educational. The owls…read moreare magical. The staff kind and programs presented are great. Gift shop has a wonderful assortment of owl themed products. Also- the kids art from all around the world is amazing. Please support the owls and this wonderful Owl Center.

A hidden gem definitely worth the scenic drive down from the Twin Cities…read more The collection of artifacts is extensive, and especially impressive when considering it was all amassed by one individual.

From the owner: Castlerock Museum has over two thousand years of history in a building that looks like a castle!…read moreSee authentic arms and armor from Romans, Dark Age Warriors, Vikings, Crusader Knights, and Renaissance "Knights in Shining Armor." New galleries cover American history from the Colonial Era through the late 1800's and include a hundred period firearms.

Nice 1 1/2 hour cruse up and down the Mississippi River. This was a lunch cruse that started at…read more11:00. You could either do the cruse with food, or without. We shared the boat with about 25 people and all of us had the meal. It was early spring, so I'm sure the boat fills up as the weather improves and travelers are out and about. Our lunch was sliced turkey, Swedish meatballs with potatoes and carrots. The turkey was hand carved and the rest was buffet style. Food was decent and there was plenty available. Coffee and tea were included, but other beverages, including a full bar, was available for a charge. The trip itself was nice. The highlight was going through a railroad bridge. (Twice - going up and down) A large section of the bridge has to turn to open a space for the boat to go through. Otherwise the views were a bit pedestrian, some nice homes along the river and a few uninhabited islands. There were some bird watchers on our trip who got really excited when they spotted a couple of Eagles nesting in a tree along the river. The captain does a nice job as a narrator/guide to bring the area to life with interesting stories and historical facts. Overall this is a nice relaxing trip. Sit back and learnt some history of the area and Mississippi River, and enjoy the ride. It's always fun to be on the water! Glad I did the trip, probably wouldn't need to do it again.

Well maintained paddle boat which deserves high marks. From launch to meal service, staff was…read morefriendly and welcoming. About a 2 hour ride in total. Highly recommend!