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Kenosha City Overview

Kenosha is the county seat of Kenosha County, Wisconsin. Located on the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan, it is the fourth-largest city in the state. Kenosha is part of the Chicago metropolitan area but maintains its own distinct identity with a revitalized lakefront.

Location and Climate

Kenosha is situated between Chicago and Milwaukee. It has a humid continental climate with warm summers and cold, snowy winters. The lake influence moderates temperatures, keeping summers cooler and winters slightly warmer than inland.

Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit Kenosha is in the summer (June to September) when the weather is warm and the HarborMarket and lakefront activities are in full swing. Fall is also pleasant.

Best Ways to Get Around

A car is the best way to get around Kenosha. The Kenosha Area Transit (KAT) operates buses. The Electric Streetcar Circulator is a fun way to travel along the lakefront and downtown. Metra's Union Pacific North Line connects Kenosha to Chicago.

Top 5 Things to Do

  1. Visit the Kenosha Public Museum: See the Mammoth and mastodon skeletons and other natural history exhibits at this free museum on the harbor.
  2. Ride the Electric Streetcar: Take a nostalgic ride on a restored electric streetcar along a 2-mile loop connecting the train station, downtown, and harbor.
  3. Explore the Civil War Museum: Learn about the role of the Upper Midwest states in the Civil War through immersive exhibits.
  4. Shop at the Kenosha HarborMarket: Visit this large European-style market held on Saturdays (outdoors in summer, indoors in winter) featuring local produce and crafts.
  5. Relax at Simmons Island Beach: Enjoy the sandy beach, lighthouse views, and walking paths along the Lake Michigan shoreline.
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