A Lake Geneva Princess
The story of Mary Leiter Curzon, an American heiress (and Lake Geneva princess) who became British royalty.
History
A Patriot’s Story
Lake Geneva resident and son of immigrants, Armen Avedisian was driven to achieve success and lead the efforts to restore our nation’s symbols of freedom.
Marking a Centennial Milestone
Incorporated 100 years ago, Williams Bay will celebrate this fall by looking back on its history and reveling in its sense of community.
Reel Entertainment
Back in the day, thousands flocked to Walworth County movie theaters. Join us as we raise the curtain on the history of local theaters.
Running the Reds
Enjoy excerpts from the soon-to-be released book, Running the Reds, which offers a glimpse into the vital work of the Geneva Lake Water Safety Patrol.
Black Point’s Newest Gardens
Black Point’s new gardens capture the spirit of the estate, complementing its history and the woodlands that surround it.
Delavan: Home to Some of the Greatest Shows
P.T. Barnum, the Mabie Brothers and other amazing circus acts got their start right here in Delavan, Wisconsin.
The Riviera Through the Ages
Once a storied ballroom and popular night club, the Riviera hosted legendary musicians and celebrated bands for over four decades.
A Timeless Place
A collection of cottages on the shores of Delavan Lake, known as Assembly Park, is more than just a neighborhood — it’s a community steeped in history and cherished traditions.
Educating the Irish
Faced with discrimination, residents of the Irish Woods petitioned for their own school district in 1857. A year later, they had a one-room, wooden schoolhouse all to themselves — the Woods School.
Lake Geneva’s Lost Hotel
The Lake Geneva Hotel, a Frank Lloyd Wright-designed property, overlooked the lake for more than 50 years.
From The Ground Up
In the early 20th century, Edward C. Reinert and Herman Malsch helped build many of the Lake Geneva landmarks we know today.
Marking the 125th Anniversary of the World’s Columbian Exposition
Learn how the momentous World’s Columbian Exposition is tied to Lake Geneva in this excerpt from our Geneva Lake Stories from the Shore book.
Lake Geneva Neighbors
Many of Chicago’s philanthropic powerhouses escaped the city to summer at their opulent homes on Geneva Lake’s north shore.
A Sense of Community
Harvard Club is quite possibly the oldest camp or club on Geneva Lake. Today, Harvard Club continues to bring generations of families together.