Spend a Weekend with Kids in Appleton, Wisconsin

Situated along the Fox River, on the northern edge of Lake Winnebago, Appleton has more going for it than the state's second largest shopping mall (Fox River Mall). It's a great city to visit with children.

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Wingate by Wyndham - Appleton
This hotel is adjacent to the Fox River Mall and a short drive from the airport. It is kid friendly and offers free WiFi and free deluxe breakfast buffet to all guests.
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Culver's Frozen Custard
I have never eaten anything off the menu at Culver's that I didn't like. The butter burgers are the best but don't forget to save room for fresh made custard. It's a different specialty flavor every day.
It also has several hands-on magic exhibits that kids will enjoy.
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Fox Cities Children's Museum
This museum has plenty of fun interactive exhibits to promote hands-on learning for kids, including a mock fire truck zone and a doctor/hospital area. There's also a inflatable play area for the littlest ones.
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Houdini Historical Center
Famous magician Harry Houdini grew up in Appleton, and this museum contains memorabilia from his life and career. It also has several hands-on magic exhibits that kids will enjoy.
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Plamann Park
Highlights of this park include a children's farm with goats, llamas and other animals, along with a beach area and nature trails. This is a great place for those with younger kids.
The butter burgers are the best but don't forget to save room for fresh made custard.
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Hearthstone Historic House Museum
Science and history buffs will enjoy this museum. The Hearthstone House was built in the late 1800s and became the first home to be lit using Edison's hydro-electric light system in 1882.  More
Science and history buffs will enjoy this museum. The Hearthstone House was built in the late 1800s and became the first home to be lit using Edison's hydro-electric light system in 1882.
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