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Pepin

Pepin was established in 1856 by the Pepin brothers, two early French trappers who were enchanted with the area’s natural beauty. The village became a steamboat boomtown familiar to Mark Twain and wealthy Chicago socialites who summered on Lake Pepin.

A world-famous resident is also an attraction for thou¬sands of visitors to Pepin each year. Laura Ingalls Wilder was born in a log cabin just north of the village, where her early adventures became the basis of her book, “Little House in the Big Woods.” A reconstruction of the cabin built by Pa Ingalls sits at the birth site on County Road CC. In the heart of Pepin is the Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum, where people can learn more about Laura’s early life and the early history of Pepin. Laura Ingalls Wilder Days, held the second full weekend of September, brings Laura’s era back to life for young and old.

If you wish to extend your stay in Pepin, we know you’ll find pleasure at one of our motels, VRBO properties or at the fully equipped campground. We offer dining options to satisfy a variety of tastes; fine cuisine paired with award-winning wine, burgers ‘n beer, pizza, and ice cream treats. If shopping for unique items, you’ll find garden art and perennials, jewelry, clothing, and fun novelty items in the gift shops and boutiques.

During the holiday season, you must visit Pepin for the outdoor European holiday market where crafts persons and artisans display their one-of-a-kind wares.

Our natural attraction, Lake Pepin, provides great fishing and boating. You’ll find water access and boat launching services, as well as an accessible fish cleaning station and public restrooms along the waterfront.

Come to Pepin for all of this and more. For more information, visit www.destinationpepin.com or find us on Face-book at Destination Pepin.

Destination Pepin Wisconsin

Business
Destination Pepin Wisconsin
City
Pepin
State
WI
Website
destinationpepin.com
Category
2023-2024, Attractions, Pepin, Wisconsin
Tags
Arts, Museum
Description

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Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum

Business
Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum
Street
306 Third Street
City
Pepin
State
WI
Website
lauraingallspepin.com
Category
2023-2024, Attractions, Pepin, Shopping, Wisconsin
Tags
Gifts, Museum
Description

Open May 1 through October 21 in 2023. Museum and Gift Shop. Visit Laura's Birthsite.

The West Coast of Wisconsin

Business
The West Coast of Wisconsin
State
Wisconsin
Website
thewestcoastofwisconsin.com
Category
2023-2024, Attractions, Pepin, Stockholm, Wisconsin
Description

Discover the magical landscape of bluffs, water and quaint villages while experiencing memorable shopping, lodging, food and great events. Visit Bay City, Maiden Rock, Stockholm, Pepin and Nelson Wisconsin.

Tin Roof Boutique

Business
Tin Roof Boutique
Street
202 Third St.
City
Pepin
State
WI
Phone
715-225-4047
Website
Facebook Page
Category
2023-2024, Pepin, Shopping, Wisconsin
Tags
Gifts
Description

Unique gifts, decor, apparel, handbags, candles, games, puzzles, specialty food & candy, along with locally one of a kind artisan made handcrafted items and so much more. Located on the Great River Road.

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Upcoming Events in Wisconsin

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Irish Fest – La Crosse, WI
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all-day Music & Arts Festival – Alma, WI
Music & Arts Festival – Alma, WI
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all-day Dairy Days – Platteville, WI
Dairy Days – Platteville, WI
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all-day Laura Ingalls Wilder Days – Pepin, WI
Laura Ingalls Wilder Days – Pepi...
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22
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all-day Cranberry Festival – Warrens, WI
Cranberry Festival – Warrens, WI
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all-day Oktoberfest – La Crosse, WI
Oktoberfest – La Crosse, WI
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all-day Cranberry Harvest Day- Warrens, WI
Cranberry Harvest Day- Warrens, WI
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all-day Apple Affair – Galesville, WI
Apple Affair – Galesville, WI
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all-day Oktoberfest – Prairie du Chien, WI
Oktoberfest – Prairie du Chien, WI
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Rotary Lights – La Crosse, WI
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all-day Carp Fest – Prairie du Chien, WI
Carp Fest – Prairie du Chien, WI
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20
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all-day Wisconsin Free Fishing Weekend
Wisconsin Free Fishing Weekend
Jan 20 – Jan 21 all-day
 

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Minnesota Towns

  • Brownsville
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  • Canton
  • Chatfield
  • Fountain
  • Harmony
  • Hokah
  • Houston
  • Kellogg
  • La Crescent
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  • Spring Grove
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  • Wabasha
  • Whalan
  • Winona
  • Wykoff

Iowa Towns

  • Bluffton
  • Burr Oak
  • Charles City
  • Clermont
  • Cresco
  • Decorah
  • Elkader
  • Hawkeye
  • Highlandville
  • Lansing
  • Lime Springs
  • Marquette-McGregor
  • Riceville
  • Waukon

Wisconsin Towns

  • Alma
  • Galesville
  • La Crosse
  • Onalaska
  • Pepin
  • Platteville
  • Prairie du Chien
  • Stockholm
  • Warrens

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