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About Oshkosh

An overview of the neighborhood, lake and the town of Oshkosh. We look forward to welcoming you.

Oshkosh Town

The house is located on Winnebago Lake, which is one of the great lakes of the mid-west and stretches for 200 square miles. It is one of the more shallow lakes at 21ft being the maximum depth. This means the lake is a little warmer than most for swimming in the summer. We are also located close to the town of Oshkosh a lively town with 66,000 year round residents. We are conveniently located for Oshkosh University for university visits, parents weekends or graduation celebrations of family.

We are also located close to the town of Oshkosh a lively town with 66,000 year round residents. We are conveniently located for Oshkosh University for university visits, parents weekends or graduation celebrations of family.

Stevens Park is nearby with a public tennis court. Menominee Park is close enough to walk to, and is perfect for daily walks overlooking the lake, and also has a free zoo.

The town has many activities and places to visit throughout the year from the EAA aviation museum, lake fishing, to winter ice-fishing contests.

Some of Our Favorite Destinations For Food and Drink:

Tamara's Cake Guru

If you have cause for a celebration while in Oshkosh or you just love cake- this is the bakery for you. From cakes to cupcakes to cheesecakes and cookies this is a sweet delight. Located at 2271 Westowne Ave.

Elsewhere Market and Coffee Shop

A cool, roomy space that serves tea and coffee, pastries and sandwiches. In addition, the market sells unique gifts and homewares. Closed Mondays. 531 North Main Street

New Moon Cafe

All day casual dining, coffee and evening music venue- open mic night on Tuesdays and music at 8 pm at the weekends. From breakfast wraps to quesadillas and burritos , this buzzy cafe is well known in Oshkosh. Located at 401 North Main Street

Starbucks

For all the Stabucks lovers, there is one right in town for you to get your fix. 240 West Murdock Street.

Caramel Crisp

Over the past 85 years, Caramel Crisp has expanded from a tiny popcorn shop on Main Street into so much more - including a cafe with delicious breakfast food, deli-style salads and sandwiches, hot sandwiches, coffee drinks and smoothies.They have also expanded to open a candy & toy store, book store, ice cream shop, and gift shop.

200 City Center D

Planet Perk

Coffee shop and destination for healthy, locally sourced food from all day breakfast, salads to soups and chillis. Planet Perk is a community leader in repurposing old buildings and creating jobs at several Oshkosh locations. The one at City Center is closest to the house: 100 City Center C.

Parnells Restaurant

Famous for it's "Broasted Chicken", fish and chips and bbq dishes, this is a popular Oshkosh restaurant and bar that won't disappoint for a family friendly meal. Restaurant closes around 8 some nights so check the website. 2932 Fond du lac Rd

Pizza Ranch

A casual pizza and chicken chain restaurant that originated in the mid-west. Many special offers during the week and buffet style food also available. Good selection of pizzas that can also be delivered.

Location: 1051 S Washburn St

Eatons Pizza

Fancy a pizza but want it on your time? Eatons makes take and bake pizzas- pick up and then pop in the oven for 15 mins for fresh, hot pizza. A huge assortment of toppings- this place is an Oshkosh institution. Also has hero sandwiches and platters. Located at 1306 Oshkosh Avenue.

J's BBQ

Located about 30 mins drive away in Ripon, J's BBQ is southern BBQ but in the mid-west. If you love brisket, ribs, and pulled pork this is your destination. Location 333 Watson Street, Ripon

Culvers

A fast-food WI institution that is known for using state-raised beef and local dairy farmers- perfect for a burger, chicken sandwiches, fried fish, soups, salads and frozen custards and shakes- this is the place for your cravings -for all the family. You have to try this when in WI. Several locations in Oshkosh: 2270 Westowne Ave or 1580 S Koeller St.

Knuth Brewing Company

Craft beer at its finest, together with wood fired oven pizzas, wings, salads, soups etc. A great place for a night out. Location:.221 Watson Street, Ripon

Things To Do

The Grand Performing Arts Center

The Grand Opera House, commonly referred as The Grand, is a historic opera house located at the corner of High Avenue and Market Street in Oshkosh. Activities include music concerts, weekly bingo or quiz nights, TED talks, etc. Located at 100 High Avenue

EAA Aviation Museum

A wonderful aviation museum that is a central part of Oshkosh. Take the whole familiy to learn about aviation history, explore historic planes, and cockpit orientations. Located at 3000 Poberezny Road.

Each year there is also an aviation fair called Airventure (see separate entry).

Paine Art Center and Gardens

The Paine Art Center and Gardens is a preserved historic estate with a mansion and gardens located in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. It includes public art galleries and botanic gardens on 3 acres, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Check the calendar for many seasonal activities.

Oshkosh Public Museum

The Museum is all about discovery. Through their collections and exhibitions, thye present stories about this place called Oshkosh. The Museum is the perfect place to find inspiration in objects, images, and information that interests you. With almost 300,000 objects in the collection, from quilts to decoys to clothing and more, you are sure to discover some awesome artifact on view. Check the webiste for the latest exhibitions and attractions. Located at: 1331 Algoma Boulevard

Military Veterans Museum

The museum began with a shared dream of 5 WWII veterans. This group of men dreamed of the day there would be a museum in the East-Central part of Wisconsin dedicated to telling the stories of our Honored Veterans.

In recent years the museum has developed from what was mainly a museum of military vehicles into a museum that truly tells the stories of our military service veterans. Well worth a visit.

Location: 4300 Poberezny Road

EAA AirVenture

Action, education, innovation, and everything in between makes EAA AirVenture Oshkosh your perfect, affordable, family-friendly destination!

For seven days from sunrise to well past sunset, your days at Oshkosh are filled with dazzling displays of world-class aerobatics, forums and hands-on workshops, diverse aircraft spanning all eras of flight, historic evening programs, two night air shows, and much, much more.

The festival held in July each year, attracts more than 10,000 aircraft and more than 500,000 people. The upcoming dates are:

2023: July 24-30

2024: July 22-28

2025: July 21-27

Sturgeon Ice Fishing

Lake Winnebago is a popular spot for great ice fishing and in February it is the sturgeon ice fishing season. Many people drive onto the ice with their vehicles or snow mobiles, to fish the lake. One of the highlights is the "Battle On Bago"- which offers major cash prizes for Sturgeon fishing. The Batle on Bago happens the weekend of February 17-18th 2023.

Sawyer Creek Nature Trail

Located at 800-898 N Westfield St, this nature trail is perfect for a walk amongst wild flora and birds. Only a couple of miles long, ot lops back to the beginning. There is the Pollock Community Water Park located next door to make a day of it!

Menominee Park Zoo

Menominee Park is located on the lake in Oshkosh just a few blocks north of La Petit Maison. The zoo, which is free, contains about 50-70 animals depending on the year. Open from May to the end of September, the zoo attracts 100,000 visitors each year!

There is a website that features upcoming events in Oshkosh, which may help to plan your trip: https://www.visitoshkosh.com/events/

Closest Grocery Stores

Wagner Grocery

502 North Main Street

This grocery store is geared to quality food sourced locally in WI and the midwest. Full Butcher, deli, cheese counter, wine etc. A destination for food lovers.

Parking available.

Closest Grocery Stores

Wagner Grocery

502 North Main Street

This grocery store is geared to quality food sourced locally in WI and the midwest. Full Butcher, deli, cheese counter, wine etc. A destination for food lovers.

Parking available.

Co-Op Grocery

155 Jackson St

The Oshkosh Food Co-op is a member-owned, full-service grocery store in the heart of Oshkosh. The Oshkosh Food Co-op is located in the Brio Building, on the first level, at the corner of Jackson Street and Pearl Avenue.

Farmers Market

Summer: 400 & 500 Blocks of N Main St

Winter: Oshkosh Arena & Convention Center

The farmers market held on Saturdays, 8 am -12:30 pm in the summer, and 9 am- 12:30 pm in the winter, brings an array of fresh produce from farms around WI.

Golden Ocean

1014 Ohio St, Oshkosh, WI 54902

Golden Ocean is an Asian grocery, with a restaurant at the back of the store. Find hard to get ingredients, and also visit their catering department for orders of Asian food favorites.

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