Options around convention site abound.
There are plenty of options for entertainment, food and sightseeing while in Milwaukee for the 103rd American Legion National Convention. So grab a spouse, partner or friend, clasp hands and say "schlemiel, schlimazel … let’s make that dream come true!” Here is a list of some potential items of interest.
Harley-Davidson Museum: Take a tour through the history of Harleys from the early days, to contributions during the world wars, through the modern bikes on the roads today.
Veterans Park: Stroll through the 92-acre park, located along Lake Michigan about 1.5 miles from the Wisconsin Center. Visit legion.org/100miles to learn more about a virtual 5K related to this year’s fitness/wellness challenge.
The Bronze Fonz: Put your thumbs up and snap a selfie with a life-size statue of Henry Winkler’s “Happy Days” character. You can find him on the Milwaukee RiverWalk, just off Wells Street.
Gertie the Duck Statue: Pay tribute to Gertie, a mallard who gained fame after nesting her eggs on the Wisconsin Street Bridge pilings at a time when America was growing weary of World War II. Her story spread beyond Milwaukee, providing a reprieve from the war news.
Historic Third Ward: Discover a potpourri of restaurants, coffee shops, trendy shops and other storefronts that sprang from an urban renewal plan in the revitalized warehouse district.
Milwaukee Public Market: Bring your appetite to the indoor market located in the Historic Third Ward. It offers 20 vendors selling artisan foods, desserts, cheese, seafood and more. milwaukeepublicmarket.org
Cheese curds: Sample a cheese curd, a small piece of cheese separated from the whey. They are cheesy, gooey, salty and squeaky.
Milwaukee Art Museum: Discover an eclectic mix of art from Renaissance to contemporary and everything in between.
Pabst Mansion: Tour the historic house museum and architectural landmark that keeps the family’s legacy alive.
American Family Field: Catch the hometown Brewers play the Pittsburgh Pirates on American Legion Family Night, Aug. 29.
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