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Like many, Farm Wisconsin has been hit hard by COVID-19. We're thrilled to be open to the general public on weekends, and invite groups of 25+ for private weekday use of the facility.

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The Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center

Share in the wonders of farming at Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center--named among Time for Kids' 50 Coolest Places of 2019. Spend a day as a family or group exploring interactive exhibits, seeing a local farm first-hand through a bus tour, or experiencing the miracle of birth in the cow birthing barn. Have breakfast or lunch in the farm-to-table café, or book your group outing in the conference center, and be sure to save room for ice cream and other treats in the center's gift shop. Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center is conveniently located off Interstate 43 on the way to Door County and--when Coronavirus is not an issue--open daily from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Take the short drive from Milwaukee or Green Bay, Wisconsin to let your curiosity grow.

Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center Hosts Inaugural Maple Syrup Days

MANITOWOC, WI – The Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center, in partnership with the Wisconsin Maple Syrup Producer’s Association, welcomes visitors to participate in their first-annual Maple Syrup Days Friday, March 26 and Saturday, March 27. The two-day event will highlight local syrup producers and offer hands-on opportunities to learn about Wisconsin’s maple syrup industry. Family-friendly activities […]

Wisconsin’s Number One Products – Ginseng at Farm Wisconsin!

My name is Julia Nunes and I am currently serving Wisconsin as the 73rd Alice in Dairyland. I am looking forward to visiting the Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center on Saturday, February 13, 2021, to showcase one of Wisconsin’s number one products ginseng! This event will also align with the Chinese New Year celebration. Chinese New Year, […]

Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center Extends Hours for Holiday Season

MANITOWOC, WI – The Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center has announced special extended hours for the 2020 holiday season. Beginning on Wednesday, December 23, Farm Wisconsin will offer additional times and dates for guests to visit the discovery center. Visitors can take advantage of the extended operating hours to immerse themselves in Wisconsin agriculture, shop for […]

Santa Claus to Visit Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center

MANITOWOC, WI – The Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center, in partnership with the dairy farm families of Manitowoc County and the Manitowoc County Dairy Promotion Committee, is excited to once again host “Milk and Cookies with Santa”. The annual event will welcome Santa Claus on Saturday, December 12 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Due to […]

Abigail Martin Joins Farm Wisconsin

Former Alice in Dairyland Joins Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center MANITOWOC, WI –Abigail Martin, who served as Wisconsin’s 72nd Alice in Dairyland, has joined Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center in Manitowoc as program manager. In this role, Martin will support Farm Wisconsin’s educational mission, bringing new, creative programs and activities to the Farm Wisconsin experience. “Abigail’s experience as […]

Farm Wisconsin to celebrate cranberries November 14

MANITOWOC, WI—Cranberries will likely take their place on thousands of Wisconsin Thanksgiving tables in a few weeks. In advance of that, Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center and the Wisconsin State Cranberry Growers Association will host an educational Cranberry Day feature at Farm Wisconsin November 14 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wisconsin is the nation’s leading […]

Farm Wisconsin Welcomes Grandparents Free

Manitowoc, WI – Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center invites grandparents to discover the world of Wisconsin Agriculture. Grandparents will get in free all weekend, September 11th-13th when accompanied by a paid admission—including grandchildren. With exhibits, a birthing barn, a virtual farm tour, Farm House Store, and Ice Cream Acres a visit provides robust entertainment and education. […]

Farm Wisconsin Welcomes 4-H Members Free

MANITOWOC, WI (July 22, 2020): State and county fair cancellations might have dampened the plans of many active 4-H youth this summer, but Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center hopes to provide a silver lining. The center welcomes all active youth 4-H members with free admission August 7 through Labor Day, and also invites any interested exhibitors […]

Farm Wisconsin to Host Farmer for a Day

Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center is hosting a hands-on Farmer for a Day event from 10 am to 2:00 pm on Saturday, June 13th. This event is included with Farm Wisconsin admission and offers families an opportunity to get up close and personal with many aspects of Wisconsin agriculture. The whole family will find ways […]

Farm Wisconsin to Open Doors June 5

MANITOWOC, WI (May 28, 2020): Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center will reopen its doors Friday, June 5, and will follow a Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. schedule for general public admissions. The center will also maintain weekday availability for groups making advance reservations. “We are excited to welcome guests back to Farm […]

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