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First time here in many years. What a wonderful art museum if you only want to spend a couple of hours. Exhibits change often, and I think there is something for everyone. Located in the downtown area. Plenty of street parking and very close to the lake.

Been going to this museum during the PEEPS show on Easter for years now. It is an awesome family fun event. The rest of the museum is just ok, but this exhibit it's my kid's favorite! They are also right by the lake, so you can go for a walk by lake Michigan afterwards.

Just stopped in Racine to have lunch with someone and realized I hadn't been to the Racine Art Museum. What a treat, I happened to visit on a great day. The second floor renovation was done and the current fabrics exhibit up there by Randall Darwall was fabulous. There was also beautiful jewelry and a ceramics exhibit along with a few other items. The space the museum occupies is 100% part of the experience. The building really lends itself to the art and helps provide exactly the right mood, tone and setting to enjoy whatever you are viewing. The gift shop for any art museum fan is like the cherry on top. I know while I'm strolling through enjoying all a museum has to offer in the back of my mind I'm wondering what the gift shop may have. The gift shop at RAM does not disappoint. They have an exquisite display which was carefully thought out and many items to choose from. Racine is not too far from where I live and a bonus to traveling there, you can hit up O & H Bakery on your way home for some kringle. That's a different review though 😁 If you haven't been to RAM and have put it off, delay no longer. The staff is wonderful and so helpful. The price is right and you can take anyone, it's just the right size a museum. It's not too big and not too small. Depending on your interest in the current exhibit you could walk through in an hour or hour and a half. They have elevators for anyone who can't stairs climb and restrooms and plenty of chairs for those who may need to rest a minute.

A lovely museum in downtown racine. They have events and kind staff in the front. There are two floors and good artwork. Lots of jewelry and fun special exhibits like a peeps exhibit. 4 stars because it could be larger.

A critical art museum, meeting place and cultural experience in downtown Racine. Today was part of an artist tour and conversation with an extremely diverse group of my local area citizens that was wonderful and amazing. The staff and curator are warm, super smart and perfect welcoming hosts. Go here!

I'm a crafter, so this museum was ideal. The glass blowing exhibition was my favorite part. Reading about the processes used was fascinating. The only downside is that now I want to learn glass-blowing.

Request a free pass from the library with valid library card! Good for up to one week (one time use) and admits two adults and children. Small museum but can easily spend an hour or so viewing the works, including rotating exhibits such as the popular Peeps show each spring.

Interesting slice of history. The boat information on the second floor was well presented. The Frank Lloyd Wright display was educational, though part was under construction. Nice use of old library building.

Awesome little free museum. Learned a lot about Racine. Loved the current exhibition ‘Frank Before the Lloyd’ about Frank Lloyd Wright’s early years.

If you love the movie League of Their Own, then you will enjoy the baseball displays.

I’d love to research the history of my historical home, but as a wheelchair user, every floor of their building is completely inaccessible to me. The records are free to search for able-bodied people, but they’re charging disabled people a whopping $35/hr for a volunteer to search on their behalf. Minimum wage in WI is $7.25. They’re charging almost a 5x multiple on that because their building is inaccessible. They’re literally profiting off of their inaccessibility, at the expense of the disabled, many of whom are on very small, fixed incomes. It’s completely unethical. On principle, I’m not paying their fees to access info that’s free for those who aren’t disabled, so I just don’t get to learn about the history of my Racine neighborhood and the beautiful home I’ve bought. **Edit to respond to the museum’s response: Nothing on your site advertises the free 15min search you spoke of in your response, nor has that been offered in my communications with museum archivists and management. Your own site states, “Quick Searches are 15-minute searches for a reduced fee about one person or topic and include three photocopies mailed or emailed.”

Nice museum that is free but runs off donations.

It is free and totally worth the trip. There are some absolutely amazing, historic artifacts!

We really enjoyed our visit here. They had a fun duck scavenger hunt. We spent 20 minutes looking for the last duck. Lol. It's a free museum. Which really helps out a mom of 4 kids. We went here again today just my son and I and had fun looking for the ducks again. 😀😀

Masterpiece. Beautiful house. The hosts/staff were very inviting and helpful. Will be back in the Summer to experience all of the green nature. Make sure you have reservations as that is the only way you can tour this one of a kind piece of art.

Ahhh Wingspread… we need to chat a bit. I thought it was a bit odd at first that there were not any reviews from the actual retreat or conference center part and just the tour of Wingspread. Which made it a bit hard to prepare for my trip. Had I known about the menu, I would have brought snacks. Y’all kept this girl hungry! But that’s getting ahead of things now. Upon arriving it’s a bit confusing not knowing that there are actually 3 different buildings (technically 4). Kind of thought it was all 1 the way we were led to believe and how it’s just called “Wingspread”. Coming & going seemed to be frowned upon based on the gate closer and the security guard – who knew!? Although, had I not run out for brunch earlier that day the shuttles wouldn’t have known how to get in later that night when we returned from our tour late that first night. Luckily I remembered the code on the pad and shouted it from the back of the bus for our driver. Our schedule was jam packed and created from our side of things but let’s just say it started early and lasted late around the campfire. Leaving very little time for alone time or exploring, as you kept recommending… Every. Single. Meal. I. had. Was. Ice. Cold. And let me tell you, they weren’t all salads! From the first breakfast of ice-cold bacon and weird churro pancakes to my ice-cold filet mignon. I’m also someone who has to watch how much sugar I eat/have. That being said, almost everything was filled with sugar. Especially the snacks! What I wouldn’t have given for a cheese plate!! My biggest recommendation is to honestly bring snacks. I felt like I was pretty much living on Wine and popcorn. Because the meat was always cold. My favorite food? Probably that the marshmallows were individually packaged and separate from the graham crackers & chocolate. Again, sugar. A floor pantry? Have you ever met a person who needs morning coffee to function, let alone magically go from the walking dead to talking to real, live people?! I’m that person. Everyone was warned for day 2. The walk to the coffee pot was an extreme one, that you filled with many hurdles if you think about a morning routine. Recommendation: Bring a coffee pot & coffee if you want it in your room. Now, don’t get me wrong – your grounds are gorgeous! No doubt about it. I also could never find a trash can to save my life. I was always needing to ask to throw something away. Never knew I had that much trash until I couldn’t find a trash can… The best part and highlight of my week there? The staff! HANDS DOWN!! I had a blast with your staff!! They made the resort feel like home instantly! Casey was the brightest smile, biggest heart, best turkey hunter (we really just ran away screaming), always down for a dance party (glitter shoes and all!), most colorful and I just wanted to scoop him up and bring him home with me! Pauline was our top notch bar tender, hardworking and always down for a laugh! She was honestly there every time I turned a corner. Which, you know perfectly well there are a ton of corners on property. Greg was a delight every encounter and wonderfully attentive. Even Carole was great… chocolate stealer and all. (it’s a joke, she didn’t really steal it.)

Fun fact: The pool, which is 25 by 125, is the same size as the ‘standard Chicago lot’. So what most families, or multiple families, would purchase in Chicago, this family was swimming in!! A very interesting house by Frank Lloyd Wright and the stories that are included in the tour are a lot of fun! Definitely recommend that you go! The deal is even sweetened a little more considering it is free! Try to go to the SC Johnson Tour first if you can.

Stopped without a prior reservation in the tour. Amanda the docent was SUPERB ... invited us in ... Made us feel like family. Gave us the rules and set us loose on the property till the next tour started. Amanda also was the host for the tour. She was very well informed humorous and very personable. She truly made out unanticipated visit golden.

This free tour was pretty short but worth taking. You’re able to walk around most of the house, which is great, and the architecture is beautiful! I spent about 45 mins there and there is a 20 minute video as well as a 10-15 minute verbal tour.

Home tour includes video of recollection of children who lived there. Self-guided otherwise. Photos inside and outside are allowed.

Spent time here for a company conference. Amazing staff, super safe, amazing property. Highly recommend!

Absolutely love the Racine Public Library! It's a true gem in the community. The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful, always ready to assist with finding books or recommending new reads. The library's collection is extensive, and there’s something for everyone—whether you’re looking for the latest bestsellers, children's books, or resources for research. The space itself is clean, bright, and welcoming, with plenty of comfortable seating to read or work. Plus, the events and programs they offer are top-notch, catering to all ages and interests. Highly recommend this library—it's a perfect spot to get lost in a good book or engage with the community! Thanks Racine and Library Team!

A true community gem — The library is an incredible free resource that offers so much more than books. It’s a welcoming space where everyone can connect, learn, and relax. I especially enjoy checking out the latest magazines, joining in for adult coloring and Coffee & Conversation, and of course, getting lost in a good book. Shoutout to the second-floor staff for always being kind and helpful—they make every visit even better.

Book mobile is a complete joke. The lady definitely doesn't want to be there. the first time she locked the door and said they were on break throw the screen. But I could drive across town to the next spot in 40mins when they leave. Then on another day she was more worried about smoking outside and playing on her phone. Then when she did come in she didn't even say a word nor did the man. They were very rude and stand offish. I asked the woman about some books and she did know where to find any kind of books. She was totally clueless. Like is was her first time stepping in there or something. She could read anything. It was like she was struggling. I had to find my own books. I tried to conversant with both of them and nothing. Then I left with my kids and the women came right back out behind my to continue to smoke her cigarette and go back on her phone. That's the last thing someone wants to see walking up with kids to the door. Is walking up to cigarette some in front of the door with everyone to see.

I just can't give this place a 1 star, even though I really want to because I'm so angry right now. I love my library card, I get so many digital books from here that I very rarely need to purchase new ones. I don't check out books from the actual library very often, and now I'm regretting doing so... so here comes the part where I'm so frustrated. I checked out an older book called The Idiots guide to.... ( I don't even remember what), and also another one by Dorothy Koomson ( great author btw) Sadly I put them on my book shelf at home and forgot about them. When I noticed there was a block on my card, I realized the reason why. I grabbed both books that have been on my very clean bookshelf for way too long and I returned them. Here's my mistake, I should have walked in and returned them, because what happened next would NOT have happened otherwise. They returned the Koomson book( which was quite literally right next to the other one on my shelf), but they claimed the other one had water damage and mold... MOLD!!! There is absolutely 100 percent no way there was mold or water damage to that book, and if there were any sort of damage, it was already done when I checked it out, because.. number 1, I never even opened the book, and number 2, how the heck would that book be the only book on my whole shelf that suddenly had "water damage and mold?" So, I spilled water, and the only book on my whole shelf (which has 100s of books on it) was the one from the library?? Yes it's my fault for returning it so late, and years ago that would have been a hefty fine, so yes I'll just pay it because I can't have my account blocked, but I am just so angry that I checked out an older book, which probably already had damage and now I'm getting blamed for it. The sad thing is, they won't even let me have the book back because of this mysterious "mold", because they coincidentally just happened to have thrown it away. If this were a restaurant I would never ever go back, but sadly I am a book freak and I need this library to feed my addiction for free😀 So word of advice to everyone.. check over your books when you check them out and make sure any damage is noted, and when you return it, return it in person so some incompetent employee can't accuse you of damaging a book that you did not damage. MOLD?? SERIOUSLY RACINE LIBRARY, GET REAL.

Just to use to the public computer's is insane with the patron s keeping up loud noise, you who can't focus on what there trying to do. "Quiet time always in a library." Escort the rudeness out! The lady tells me that the noise the guys are keeping up is exceptbale here in the library. That's a lot of out burst. She goes on to tell that don't even have a library card, I'm visiting here in this state, it shouldn't matter if I have a library card or not, I came to use the library for a job application that needed to be submitted the day of. She needs to be fired .

Very helpful and friendly staff. And it seems like you can renew your books endlessly. I renewed a bunch of them over a period of six months!!

Terrible place. You cant even browse in peace. They allow drug addicts to sit at their computers and cry loudly, disrupting other people there to do things. When approached and kindly told about said disturbances they brush you off and say "oh so and so is always here". And? My children should not be subjected to their addiction behaviors. Period. This is a family establishment not a shelter or a rehab facility. Period. Also, educate your employees. We went though and ENTIRE 20 mins talking with a girl that works there about renting out a milwaukee county zoo pass that she said they had available. She said they had to basically request it from another library and that it would be there for us to pick up in a couple days and they would call to let us know. A couple days passed and no call. So we call. The employee we spoke to said that they dont do that and the the library in Janesville the previous employee requested it from, doesn't do that either. Really?! Why waste our time? Unbelievable. THEN I typed up an entire page for a court document I needed. The same ignorant employee said it wasn't sent to the printer and she had no pending document for it. So I went and retyped the WHOLE thing because I had logged off. I then go to the desk and a different employee was there and said the other document had been there the WHOLE time. So I wasted another 40 mins of my time. This place is a joke.

The Johnson Wax building is probably one of Frank Lloyd Wright’s crowning achievements. Because of its location, you do have to make somewhat of an effort to tour the building, and I wish SC Johnson understood this and made more of an effort on their part. I understand that this is still a business and the headquarters of a global conglomerate. Restrictions are prudent, but there could be some additional accommodations: The tour starts at the Golden Rondel. This is an auditorium used to screen films. The tour guide even mentions the film SC Johnson produced that won an Oscar. Why not screen that for the tour? Instead, we never saw the interior of the Rondel. No photos of the interior were allowed. Again, understandable. So why is there not a nice photography book produced by SC Johnson, available at the gift shop (which itself left a lot to be desired)? The tour guide, while well versed in Johnson lore, only knew a bit about Wright and the design and construction of the building. This seems like an opportunity to have some sort of Wright docent for touring duties. I can assure you, the people making the trek to Racine are there for the building, not for the corporate history of Raid. The building itself was magnificent, and so much more than I expected. The few times we were allowed to simply roam were the high point of the tour. I hope someday SC Johnson will revamp how they present this treasure to the world.

Review for the SC Johnson Tour Visiting the SC Johnson campus was truly an inspiring experience and one that left me filled with gratitude and awe. The tour itself was wonderfully organized and offered a glimpse into a family and a company that have gone above and beyond in honoring those who help and serve them—better known as their employees. Hearing about the company’s employee profit-sharing program and their annual celebrations of employee success was truly heartwarming. It’s rare to see a business so deeply committed to its people, but SC Johnson has woven this commitment into its legacy. Their story of refusing to lay off anyone during the Great Depression, ensuring every employee still received a paycheck, is a remarkable testament to their compassion and values. That spirit of care continues today, and it’s inspiring to see it upheld in an age where such loyalty is rare. The stories of their employees traveling to places like Brazil, the use of planes for innovative purposes, and the sheer joy of celebrating shared success were incredible to hear. SC Johnson’s history is not just about products but about people—and their dedication to preserving that story is evident everywhere you look. Of course, the primary purpose of the visit was to see the incredible works of Frank Lloyd Wright, and they did not disappoint. Walking through these architectural masterpieces was breathtaking. But what truly surprised me—and touched me—was the overwhelming sense of inclusion, generosity, and commitment that radiates from this family and company. The detail, care, and love they’ve poured into their facilities reflect their respect for their legacy and their employees. It must have been a joy for employees to walk into those spaces daily, surrounded by an atmosphere that balances innovation with history so elegantly. I also want to thank God for the creation of this remarkable family and the gifts they have shared with the world. From their Ziploc bags that preserve Thanksgiving leftovers to products like Off! that protect us during summer camping trips, their innovations touch countless lives in ways they probably can’t even imagine. For me, their products even help me bring food to the homeless, which feels like an extension of their mission of service and care. The impeccable cleanliness of the facilities, the remarkable preservation of history, and the outstanding knowledge and friendliness of the tour guides made this visit unforgettable. Their work is truly a reflection of their commitment to excellence and community. SC Johnson’s story—now five generations of leadership and six generations of family involvement—continues to be written, and what a beautiful story it is. Thank you to God, the Johnson family, and everyone who contributes to this company day in and day out. You’ve not only helped keep America sparkling but have made our lives different and better through your care and creativity. This tour was more than just an opportunity to see a building—it was a chance to see a purpose-driven legacy in action.

Excellent tour! Must see if you’re stopping through the area. Great mix of SCJ history and FLW history. Tricia was a great tour guide! I just wish it was a little longer to enjoy the gallery a bit more and read more of the history of the family and brand. But still a Perfect Father’s Day trip.

FREE tour. (We did Frank Lloyd Wright tour) The best part about this is that you can see inside buildings and get a glimpse into life in the 50s and such. It's a living relic and I'm so glad they've done a great job with keeping it all intact. There are stairs, a 30 minute video, and a bathroom break - they keep you well informed. 2 hours total and goes by very fast. You cannot take pictures inside.

Important item to know: No internal photography allowed on any of the tours. Several signs stating it so I don’t think the policy is going to change anytime soon. Tip: Do try to sit in the chairs in the gathering room for the tour! You can sit in original FLW office chairs which you can’t do on the tour. The tour is pretty great! Totally recommend it! Amazing that the tower and so many parts of the main building are wrapped in glass tubes.

I love this building. This has been on my bucket list for years. Tour was great, guide was very knowledgeable. A lot to see. I really wish we could have taken photos inside the administration building and research tower since they are no longer occupied and there is no proprietary information in view. The Lily Pad gift shop should also have books related to the architecture of the buildings and perhaps gifts to purchase related to the architectural design. I’m very glad that the company does provide access to the public for free tours though, it is definitely something to see!

Absolutely unusual, educational and inspiring place to visit. And free for all. We have done the different tours, different times of year and want to come back again!

Great place to be creative and make beautiful jewelry and art. Glass fusing and blowing just minutes from Milwaukee. I highly recommend this fine establishment.

Highly recommend this place! We went here for a glass fusing workshop, it was a 10/10 experience. Deanna was our teacher and she was very patient. Deanna noticed that my significant other was panicking and rushing because everyone else was done with their projects, she approached my S/O and told him to please take his time. We were the last workshop for the day and went over half an hour from the allotted time but Deanna was very kind and patient. We learned a lot from this workshop. We will definitely be doing this again and also gonna do the glass blowing workshop. FYI, for glass fusing you don’t get to take home your project the same day it would need to be at the kiln to fuse the glasses all together. You have the option to pick it up several days later or have it shipped.

If you are looking for a fun and different activity to do for a girls night, this is it. I've taken several of their classes, both glass blowing and fusing, and have not been disappointed by any. The instructors are very good, they are patient and very helpful. I have beautiful pieces of art that I like to display. Thank you so much!!

My sister and I attended a glass blowing class and absolutely loved it! It was such a unique experience, the staff is so friendly and there are many color options to choose from. Highly recommend, will be back for another class!

Where do I start? My experience with Hot Glass Shop has been nothing short of amazing! I had two Memorial Globes made in honor of my late father. Originally thought it would take a month for these pieces to come back but Dan had them finished in time for my moms birthday on March 11. What a surprise! She was speechless at how perfect both pieces turned out! Dan was so wonderful to work with and the pieces he made us are truly perfection! All the artists are so talented… I now own 7 pieces and am signed up for two of their classes! I look forward to having memorial pieces made for all my siblings! Thank you so much for being so amazing! The pictures are the memorial pieces…

My fiancé and I came from out of town to attend a glass blowing class and we left the hot shop giddy & amazed! This was such a wonderful, delightful, and positive experience. The instructors were so welcoming and awesome teachers. We would come again in a heartbeat, and recommend anyone else who is looking for a fun experience!

My mom, sister-in-law and I did a class here and we loved it! It was cool to see the process and get to try it ourselves. I now have a beautiful ornament for this upcoming Christmas. Made a little video about our time even ☺️

Our granddaughter loved the Royal Melodies! So many little princesses. We even had fun! Look forward to more shows

Loved tonight's performance. They have concessions open before and you can purchase tickets at the door too. Can't wait to come back.

This local theater was wonderful! The two of us arrived a few minutes late (which is never done), but we were kindly guided into the theater anyway. The actors were so professional, staying focused and making the performance fun for the audience. We were passing through Racine, but we sure felt a sense of community. Thank you, Racine Theater Guild for a wonderful night.

First time. Saw the Always a Bridesmaid. This is the real, real! Actors are authentic, there is not a bad seat in the house. Laughed my a** off. I recommend drinking every time an actor takes a drink. Thank you for an amazing experience. Happy opening night! Amazing job!

Great, intimate little theater. Most seats allow for excellent, unobstructed views. Ample parking available. Pricing has been very reasonable as well.

First time there. I was so surprised at how small the theater is. I believe any seat chosen would be good. We had a great time.

Saw Legally Blonde the Musical at Racine Theater Guild last night. It was delightful. Such a talented, energetic cast.

The architecture is incredible. Unfortunately, photos inside are forbidden because there are many fascinating corners that have terrific instagrammable potential. Beyond the F L Wright impact, the story of the Johnson family legacy is interesting albeit a tad propogandist. But don't let that dissuade you from a visit. It is a unique experience. The tour is not 100% wheelchair accessible but what i was able to see / learn, i do not feel like i missed out on too much.

Wow! Didn’t expect the great tour and such beautiful buildings and updates with solar panels and geothermal!!

The free tour was way more interesting than I had expected. Full of history, adventure and amazing architecture. Sat in a Frank Lloyd Wright designed desk. Little fast through some of the sections, but, only if you are trying to read everything. Finish in the main hall under a Sea Plane used to fly to South America. Retrace the route in a parquet floor map.

Very valuable tour experience, it toolkits 90 mins here to see the greatest art work made by Fran Lloyd Wright . Tour guide Tricia is a wonderful lady , her nice detail guiding making people easy understanding. Must visit in Racine. Can’t take pictures inside the building, but still feeling good.

Excellent tour with very informative guides. I'm a fan of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture and was excited to finally see this campus. The tour included the administration and research buildings. Thankful to see these structures, how carefully preserved and thoughtful displays.

This is an amazing facility and company. Darlene was our tour guide and she was very knowledgeable and had such a kind disposition. Highly recommend this tour of another one of Frank Lloyd Wright's masterpieces. The Golden Rondelle was from the 1964 World's Fair in New York but it perfectly complements the rest of the architecture.

Very cool building on the SC Johnson campus. Tours start here. The whole place has interesting architecture.

I visited for several 8th-grade field trips for the Zero Waste. This was the first time I've been there. The ladies who led the field trip part for the students were really awesome. I enjoyed that very much. As far as the gallery itself, it seems very much like a popularity contest rather than an art show as there were some art pieces in there that my sixth graders could have done better. It appeared more of a political statement than showing actual good art and I have to admit that annoyed me very much. But as for the field trip, it was brilliant. My photo below is of my favorite art piece. It was amazing.

Nice museum and place to go for fun. They have art in the hallway entrance and then tons of art in the back home. Its an old home in the back that has been transformed into a museum. The lights turn on and off when you enter to save energy. They also have tons of good art with glass, paint, acrylic, etc. Great place to visit. Nice people at front desk.

Wonderful place to exhibit art of all styles. Been honored to have had my art exhibited here. A lively historic place as well.

My daughter (age 12) and I signed up to do an art class and we had a great time! The instructor was really good at showing us different techniques, explaining what to do in a way to understand it, and was just really nice. I have yet to meet anyone there who isn't nice. Our canvas paintings our hanging on our walls here at home!!

Well, I am not an artist. I was left to be creative outside of my shell that afternoon. The mentors all were inspiring and fun to work with. Always be up for the challenge is the attitude to go there with.

Love this venue!! I was hired to do a balloon set up for an event and I was in awe of how beautiful this place was. I look forward to visiting again during normal hours.

Easy parking on the street. Current exhibit was Karen Johnson collection. Very cool to see. Great lighting. Clean bathrooms.

As everyone else has stated, no one ever picks up the phone or returns calls. They are either unconcerned with the service they provide or understaffed. But they are for sure not underpaid. they work barley half a year, keep shortened hours and never show up or on time for anything. The excuse is always accepted if it's from one of their staff. Hold these people in contempt of court. Start accessing them fines and throw them in jail. Maybe that will get them to be more concerned about the work they do.

They don’t answer the phone better off going in …. Lazy people they have working

Only reason I'm giving two starts is because the helpful security officers downstairs. Hours say they are open until 4:30pm. Well don't plan on doing anything after 4:00pm. Took time off of work to get there before they close and not able to even get it done. If your only open until 4, put that on the hours. So working people can take enough time off to get there.

Been trying to reach the court during it's office hours for 2 weeks to pay a citation. 1st call and I hear someone pick up and then they hang up immediately. Finally picks up on the 3rd call and forwards me a number to follow up to pay my fine - I call that number and that contracting company does not even know how much I owe??? So I call back to the court immediately and 3 rings is the max. Agree with everyone on this review board ^

No one answers the phone there ! Called several time through the day and nothing

Not too bad. I arrived to traffic court 30 minutes before my scheduled time, waited over two hours and was one of the last ones called. I was told it was first come first serve, but a lot of people who got there after me went first. The lady I spoke with from the DA’s office was friendly enough, although she seemed a little tired and stressed. She asked how I was doing; and seemed really surprised when I responded “good, how are you” and smiled. I’d say maybe have more people working traffic court, the ones that were there seemed really overwhelmed. Also it smelled really bad in the court room, maybe some air fresheners would help.

I arrived at the window at 4:50 to pay a ticket. (A ticket I only found out about through my insurance agent) I was informed that to pay a fine I needed to arrive by 4;45 or maybe earlier as that is when they close down. Maybe you should post that somewhere forple driving in from our of town so we don't waste an hour of our day driving for you to refuse our money.

This is a private residence. Super friendly family. They have been restoring the home since 2013. It looks great and worth the visit and photo.

Typical low flung prairie/jap hybrid. Nice street entry. Unassuming. Good color. Well kept. Suprised no foundation issues seaside.

Hidden in plain sight. Beautiful view of the lake when you visit, too.

Only "drive-by-able".

Dope!

Waitress was friendly and checked on us often. We went early evening on a very cold day so there weren’t many people there. The Food came out in under 10 min. We ordered the loaded tater tot appetizer just as is- no extras. I was a little disappointed with the amount of jalapeños but my mom reminded me not everyone can handle them whole. Over all it was delicious. I kept going back to it even after my meal arrived. I ordered the garlic shrimp skewers which tasted more like slimy shrimp they could have been grilled a tad longer and the garlic butter was mostly spilled on my plate so hard to dip my shrimp in since it hardened. But the coleslaw was good and hushpuppies were delicious. My mom had the ribs and they came with 8 different sauces. Portions were large, she only ate half the ribs and half her baked potato. Our favorite sauce for the ribs was the rootbeer BBQ. I would return for the atmosphere but would order something other than the shrimp.

Really enjoyed the food, service, and atmosphere overall. The not-as-good-as-expected parts were the ho-hum coleslaw and weak margaritas. Oh yes, the hush puppies were a table favorite and the root beer BBQ sauce was very tasty.

What an awesome spot to enjoy a meal and drinks! We stopped in on a whim while passing through town, not knowing what to expect, and were pleasantly surprised to find live music playing. We got seated outside with a great view overlooking the boats, which made the atmosphere even better. Our waitress was super friendly and welcoming. Since we were in Wisconsin, we had to start with an order of cheese curds — they were cooked to perfection and absolutely delicious! For my meal, I ordered the smoked chicken tacos. Be sure to come hungry, because the portions are very generous. The tacos were flavorful, filling, and hit the spot. Overall, a wonderful experience that I’d happily recommend to anyone traveling through!

This is a rare restaurant that truly combines great good with a spectacular Lake Michigan and Reefpoint Marina view. I should admit that I went there for the Cioppino and it didn't disappoint. As you can see from the picture I am posting, it's a very generous portion of mussels, scallops, shrimp and fish. I honestly think the ingredients in the dish would cost the restaurant more than what they charge their customers. I am definitely going back. Very highly recommended.

I would say it is a hidden gem in Racine. We discovered this place by accident and really enjoyed our experience. Nice , family oriented restaurant with a nice choice of meals and of course , since it is in Wisconsin good choice of beer. Friday and Saturday nights they have live music.

Amazing dinner spot! Weather was gorgeous, service was friendly and food was good. Best part was the peaceful moment with a view ✨️

Great list of brews, food is amazing, and view is gorgeous!! Bright and airy, staff was fabulous! Absolutely love it!

Beautiful building, would be perfect for a wedding, the grounds are nice as well, only issue was some goose poop around. Attached pictures are the view of Lake Michigan that's across the street

I had a wonderful ceremony at St Johns Chapel. The Dekoven Center was very clear and communicative through the process. Chapel was very affordable, one of the cheapest ceremony sites I could locate. Someone was available to help or answer questions the day of. We were able to get on the property a half he early for photos on the grounds, which were beautiful. All the equipment worked great.

I was lucky enough to attend WMAW (Western Martial Arts Workshop) at the DeKoven Center in Racing, WI. The location is absolutely beautiful. Everything about the site, from the amazing gothic architecture, to the well manicured courtyard, shaded by old majestic trees, to the hourly tolling of the bell tower, make it feel like being transported to another world, or at least to another age. The center is built alongside Lake Michigan, if you have the opportunity, wake up early and watch the sunrise over the lake, I promise, it is worth the (very slight) effort. The staff are all friendly, polite, and professional, and absolutely go out of their way to make sure to be helpful and accommodating. If you are planning an event, and want a location that is beautiful, comfortable, and memorable, I strongly recommend considering the DeKoven Center!

We hosted an event at DeKoven and had a great experience from start to finish. The staff were great to work with and the location is stunning. Will definitely work with them again!

DeKoven Center is a beautiful location for your wedding. Whether you choose to have your ceremony indoors, or outdoors, you can expect to have charming, beautiful ambiance. The gardens & grounds are always well taken care of, and you just can't beat having historic buildings as the scenery for your wedding photos!

Historical, charming, romantic, picturesque, spiritual, most of all BEAUTIFUL. Attended a wonderful wedding reception at the DeKoven center. The beauty of DeKoven was the perfect choice to celebrate their new lives together. This was the first time my wife have been here but it will be a place we plan on visiting more often. I truly recommend that if you have never visited this historical location you must see this institution. What else can I say? Google it.

I had my Halloween Wedding at The Dekoven Center! Lynn and Barb definitely made my day go as smooth as possible! Lynn really went above and beyond to make sure the reception was perfect! Thanks again Ladies! Such a beautiful venue! It was perfect for our moody and gothic vibe we were going for!

Perfect stop to appreciate local art and artisans. The staff, who are artists themselves, are always prepared to have conversations about any piece, and any artist on display

Beautiful gallery with local jewelry, pottery, art work and more. I’ve purchased many gifts here that friends and family have loved!

I've head a relationship with Artists Gallery for a number of years. A group of artists exhibits at this site. Members have "Artist of the Month" exhibits, and all members show their work. I was a guest artist of the month 2 years ago, and I've participated in their before Christmas exibits and sales several times. I just took down some of my botanical contact print scarves tonight. See and buy them through December. Many other gift items in many media.

The absolutely wonderful place to buy original art at reasonable prices for all occasions. People working there are the artists who belong to the coop and are well informed about the art, the community and the artists. Great place to spend your money!

Do not miss this gallery! Gorgeous artwork from local artists! You might find woodcarving, jewelry, pottery etc. Much of the original work is priced under $100.

I didsome painting in the gallery, I am a member.

Love the items in this store. Almost always find something I NEED each time I visit.

Absolutely stunning and the history is amazing. You have to see this place inside. While you're there feel free to ask questions. The people there are very friendly and are happy to help. There are also youth groups that meet there. While you are there, be sure to take a tour of the mansion. There are all kinds of cool facts and history there as well. It is a must see if you are in the area. It is also a great wedding venue. The service is top notch and super friendly.

Very beautiful location and event space

If you have never been here for a tour, you should try to see this beautiful. historic, one of a kind mansion. A Racine treasure. So glad it's been preserved. A wonderful place for a wedding or large party. Antique decor. Very nice & helpful staff.

never again will i recommended this place to anyone i was very disappointed in their services worst experience ever she ruined my wedding day. We were rushed out through the entire day basically kicked out cause a wedding was double booked a week before my event i was so mad who dose that seriously. I paid months in advance i only wanted the ceremony their to take pictures and i barely got any very rude unporfessional .This is the one day that should have went smoothly an because of the manager Wendy we were told to leave so quickly that alot of stuff was left behind.

We had the most beautiful wedding at the Masonic Center! We booked it for the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception without a single hiccup throughout the entire day. Wendy, the director for events, was so helpful and made everything so easy while planning. The reception hall is beautiful, the guests loved seeing the mansion during cocktail hour, and the ceremony hall was perfect. We are so grateful that I chose the Masonic Center for our big day!

Wendy was so informative! The venue was absolutely gorgeous! I look forward to going on my tour of the mansion.

Very cool, retro facility. We attended a Gatsby themed wedding. It was the perfect setting.

Clean place, lots of space Came for the thanksgiving meal. Very nice

A very great hall. It really doesn't look it's age for being over 34 yrs for a very grateful event. This is what makes Racine a great area to live.

Totally enjoyed the little comicon today at the civic center. Lots of like minded geek people... aka my people! The place has good parking, easy to get to and the bathrooms clean. Looking forward to this event again!

On Saturday I went to the Veterans Stand down downtown at Festival Hall which a lot of venders come to offer their services and products to help out veterans . It is always a positive experience and I even got a free haircut and she did a great job (thank you Missy).

We r very happy with the way they set up our event for us. Honestly could not have asked for more, and yet they, went above and beyond to accommodate...thank u

The Racine Civic Center has provided nothing but exemplary service over the many years we have held our Rotary Vegas Night event at Festival Hall. From setup to teardown, the staff is always happy, personable, and extremely helpful. Our success at our annual fundraising event is in part due to the partnership with Amanda and her staff. Thank you!

Pancake Day, need I say more? Been going to this event for 50 years!! Always a great time, Mayor Mason was hard at work flipping those cakes up in the air!!! The Lakefront Artist Fair, was really great as well, lots of beautiful things for sale!!!

Very friendly. Always welcome new friends

We where there for a catered dinner. The drinks were over priced. We had the pork thank god. Because we got 2 pieces of pork loin. It was good. But the people that ordered either the fish or chicken. It was ajoke what they got to eat. I have never seen such small pieces of chicken or fish. Served as a meal. Everyone who had the fish or chicken. You could hear saying. I guess we are stopping on the way home to get something to eat.

Awesome church! Fr. Juan and José Mario are fantastic young priests.

I love St. Patricks Church its warm and welcome to every one father Anthony always at the door huging and saying good morning to each family very nice to see people happy before mass.

I've never attended a chuch service here, but they have a great tutoring/mentoring program for middle and high school students as well as English classes for adults in part of the building throughout the week.

I was here for the Mexican independence Day celebration. Good times.

The tacos were very dry cold no toppings to put on them the rice was cold the brownies were burnt it was a horrible experience for Mexican food I was so looking forward to some tacos and I was very disappointed

I made a delivery here. I had to go walk to front a=of building to get a security badge, walk to back of building to get in. then wait for someone to escort me to delivery destination, make delivery, and then bring badge to front of building . made a 15 minute delivery a 45 minute delivery.

Beautiful structure along with History in Racine by the Sam Johnson family/ business,including product line.

Vert clean nice people to deal with

SCJ office . It's beautiful.

Love it

Nice building

Nice

Outstanding job on having my paper work ready after tax auction sale and made transaction seamless. The girls behind the window are so helpful. Thank you

***The LIBRARY AND *DEMSKE* AS DIRECTOR*** Was just browsing as a patron at my visit to the library last week and spoke with two people at the reference desk; a tall bearded boy wearing a red shirt, and a young short girl who was assisting me with researching mental health. As I walked away I HEARD BOTH OF THEM CALLING ME PSYCHOTIC AND THEY WERE GOSSIPING ABOUT THE MENTAL HEALTH QUERIES I HAD ASKED. After I walked away. This library and its DEI is still a disappointment . And, I’m sorry to the girl at the desk who stated that my ‘story’ was so boring for her. Why is mental health 💚 still so stigmatized especially by this library and its employees? What gives them the right to judge ANYONE?

Wanted to eat in your downtown. Couldn’t get app to work. No wonder your downtown is empty. Drove to Kenosha’s instead.

I live in Milwaukee, but do lots of work in Racine, especially in their Government Buildings. In my experience, they're the friendliest folk between Milwaukee and Chicago.

I love the City of Racine! I have lived here most of my life and I am so grateful I have. We live by such a beautiful lake and have awesome places to eat. I love my community and enjoy being active in my community.

If you are new to this City of Racine, brace yourself! City services and government are completely at will. . . It is a nightmare. . .no cohesive business ethics, no accountability, and moreover, unless you have family or friends who know friends of friends, you are screwed.

The clerk that I dealt with was extremely helpful. Answered all my questions. She helped me get my vet's information from my phone to get licenses for my dogs.

Such a delicious plate of food at a phenomenal event filled with powerful woman and amazing speakers this was a pleasure and a privilege

Attended a Music and More concert.

Pastor is very warm, funny, and genuine. Friendly congregation but skews older like many traditional churches.

It has the best services ever because my fellow congregation members were nice enough to be accepting of me and let’s me be who I am without being ridiculed

my Childhood church; very historic. We have a GREAT minister (bridge pastor) for the next 2 years.

Beautiful historic sanctuary; warm, wonderful people. Stop in when they open back up post-Covid.

A wonderful church with strong leadership and important traditions in art, music and outreach.

Lord Norman Foster, Architect, 2021. Elliptical building with hardwood floor parquet of the Americas, depicting the Johnsons' reconstructed plane and 2 family trips, finding and rediscovering the OG and then planted Connauba palms , the progenitor of the Johnson Wax. 1960s Memorial trip skipped communist Cuba with the first trip stopping in Habana. Family History Museum on the east side, underground and not disturbing the lawn and view to the Frank Lloyd Wright 1939 Johnson Research Tower and Administration Building, and bridging executive suite. To the west in Fortaleza, also on the lower level, is a museum of Wright 's houses shown in photos and models; and site specific furniture. Downstairs, too, is a gift shop.

I appreciate having been given the opportunity to visit! The Chicago Cultural Center had a bus pick up a group of 70 of us to visit Fortaleza Hall to look at the Frank Lloyd Wright architecture. The head staff at SC Johnson paid for the round trip bus transportation- thank you! What an amazing day!

Very beautiful building. The focus is on the company history, but the architecture is worth the trip. The neighboring FLLW designed buildings and features are awesome!

Neat building, but the tour is a bit dull. Lots about how great the family-owned company is, not much about the new building, old FLW headquarters, etc.

Another SC Johnson building with complentary architecture. Stores their famous plane Carnuba and their employees recreational activities

Awe inspiring building - architecture, rain forest wall and waterfall. The food at the cafeteria was very good

Wow! Shows what you can do if you don't have stock holders to answer to (SCJ is privately held).

It was a beautiful hall in its day. The city has done a good job at keeping it up, but it seems too large to maintain as it's not kept very clean. Bathrooms are in the lower level, there is no appropriate baby changing area. The beauty of the hall can still be admired and I'm glad it's still in use.

It's on three levels, so there is some real stair climbing to get to the bathrooms, (minimal on the second, main in the basement). Good acoustics.

We saw The Britins at the RPA show. I hadn't seen the band before. A really good time. And Memorial Hall is still an impressive venue.

This is actually the current location for Hope City Church, and let me tell you, no matter WHAT you think of Christianity, this place is absolutely for you. There is no way you visit this church, and don't wanna come again.

A large empty building. Went there for jury selection. Must have been empty since covid-19 began.

Had church there, really good!

Great place to have a church.

Divino Gelatos is in this building

Devino gelato is the best, the girls working there make the best drinks!

Beautiful building

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We happened upon one of the other historical firehouses in Racine and looked it up. We were able to find three of them. This one is restored and a museum. All are amazing. The other two vary in the condition they are in but they are worth driving by as well. Museum has limited hours and was not open when we were there. I’d like to return to add another star. Very cool.

We went on a friday to find something to do. Got direction from google and went their. Found the place closed with a note on the door. You have a appointment to visit the firehouse.

(Translated by Google) Informative museum with artifacts spanning over 150 years. The museum is very lovingly furnished and the museum guide impressively tells the history of the fire department to this day. (Original) Informatives Museum mit Artefakten aus über 150 Jahren. Das Museum ist sehr liebevoll eingerichtet und der Museumsführer erzählt eindrucksvoll die Geschichte der Feuerwehr bis heute.

Bad place to leave

I signed my lease in October 2024 after being assured that electric vehicle charging stations would be available. However, upon moving in, I discovered that this amenity was not provided and was told to expect updates in November. As of January, despite multiple follow-ups, the promised charging service has still not been implemented. Additionally, other advertised amenities are either unavailable or not up to standard. The management has been unresponsive to my concerns, and no accommodations or compensations have been offered for the missing services. I advise prospective renters to verify the availability of advertised amenities before signing a lease here.

Had the pleasure of touring the residences at Breakwater with Chuck, he was very welcoming upon arrival. Location is incredible being right by the water with plenty of great walking paths. Chuck was very thorough with the process and the tour, I was sold immediately. Just signed my lease today and look forward to being a resident at Breakwater.

Looking very nice but I miss our lake view