Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Appleton, WI

APPLETON. Known far and wide for its liberal arts programs, Lawrence University boasts one of the area's top galleries...

APPLETON. Known far and wide for its liberal arts programs, Lawrence University boasts one of the area's top galleries at Wriston Art Center, home to the studio art and art history programs. The three Wriston Galleries, located in the western portion of the building, exhibit the work of students, faculty, and independent artists. The gallery also hosts a variety of lectures and other programs during the academic year. Call ahead to verify hours.

Hours: Aug - May Tue-Fri 10am-4pm; Sat-Sun Noon-4pm Jun - Jul Tue-Fri 10am-4pm; Sat Noon-4pm

NEENAH. Make sure to pay this unique museum a visit while touring historic Neenah, located some 20 minutes south of...

NEENAH. Make sure to pay this unique museum a visit while touring historic Neenah, located some 20 minutes south of Appleton. The Bergstrom-Mahler Museum boasts what some regard as the world's foremost collection of decorative glass paperweights. French, English, German, Italian, and American in origin, most of these exquisite pieces date from the mid-19th century. Also housed in the museum are collections of Germanic glass, contemporary sculpted glass, and Victorian-era art glass.

Hours: Tue-Sat 10am-4:30pm; Sun 1pm-4:30pm