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Villa Louis opens season in Prairie du Chien Wisconsin
Villa Louis on St. Ferolle island near Prairie du Chien Wisconsin reopens with guided tours of the 16 room Italian villa mansion and restored 19th century outbuildings. Guides highlight Hercules Dousman’s rise to wealth and the family’s art treasures, with tours lasting up to 90 minutes and grounds featuring a duck pond gazebo and river views. Admission is 2.50 for adults 0.50 for children and 1.25 for seniors with a free open house planned June 10 featuring tea and piano performances.
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Mississippi River
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Wisconsin Historic Society
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