5 things to do in Manitowoc: Take an evening cruise on the SS Badger, dance at Fat Seagull street party and more fun events

City of Manitowoc Department of Tourism
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MANITOWOC - Manitowoc has been host this summer to a powerful art exhibit that brings light to the epidemic of violence against Indigenous women, girls and two-spirits.

The “No More Stolen Sisters” exhibit opened April 24 at Rahr-West Art Museum and will close Sunday. It features 49 works by 33 artists, including nationally renowned Oneida beadwork artist Karen Ann Hoffman.

A closing reception for the art exhibit is one of several things to do this week on the lakeshore.

While you're checking out the art exhibit, also see the exhibit on American Indian boarding schools on display at Manitowoc Public Library, 707 Quay St. “Away From Home: American Indian Boarding School Stories,” a National Endowment for the Humanities On the Road Exhibition, remains on display through Aug. 11 during regular library hours.

Now, here are five things to do this week in Manitowoc.

1. Take an evening cruise on the SS Badger

See the Manitowoc lakeshore from a different angle this weekend on the SS Badger’s evening Shoreline Cruise.

The cruise will take place from 8 until 10 p.m. Saturday and is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the night sky and stargazing.

The theme is "Through the Decades," with live entertainment by Riley Haupt.

Cost per person is $45, which includes dinner, and a cash bar is available.

Visit ssbadger.com for more information or call 1-800-841-4243.

2. Go to the closing reception for 'No More Stolen Sisters'

Works from the ‘No More Stolen Sisters’ exhibit at Rahr-West Art Museum in Manitowoc.
Works from the ‘No More Stolen Sisters’ exhibit at Rahr-West Art Museum in Manitowoc.

A closing reception for the "No More Stolen Sisters" exhibit at the Rahr-West Art Museum will be this weekend.

From 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, meet at the Rahr-West, 610 N. Eighth St., to honor the artists in the exhibit.

There will be refreshments and a brief program at 2 p.m.

This event is free and open to the public. More information can be found at https://www.manitowoc.org/1006/Rahr-West-Art-Museum or call the museum at 920-686-3090.

3. Attend The Fat Seagull’s street party

The Fat Seagull, 807 Quay St., will once again be closing down a portion of Quay Street for two full days of summer fun!

On Saturday and Sunday, Fat Seagull will be hosting its second street party of the summer.

On Saturday, live music performances include Dr. Bombay and Conscious Pilot.

On Sunday, you can enjoy the sounds of Blue Disciples and participate in a cornhole tournament.

For more information, visit their Facebook event at https://fb.me/e/20D81glxl.

4. Tune in for Book & a Movie at the Park: 'Dune'

"Dune"
"Dune"

Kick off the weekend with a movie in Washington Park, 1115 Washington St., Manitowoc.

As part of the summertime Book & a Movie series in partnership between the Manitowoc Parks and Recreation Department and Manitowoc Public Library, "Dune" will be shown at 8:30 p.m. Friday in the park.

For more information, visit https://www.manitowoclibrary.org/event/book-movie-park-dune-2021.

5. Don't miss 'Wigs at The Wharf' drag brunch

This Sunday, take your besties to The Wharf, 606 Quay St., for brunch and a drag show!

Brunch will be served buffet style and will feature French toast bake, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, fruit, mini muffins and coffee.

Doors open at 10 a.m., brunch begins at 11 a.m., and the show kicks off at noon.

Visit wharfmanitowoc.com to purchase tickets.

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The City of Manitowoc’s Department of Tourism, branded as Visit Manitowoc, is responsible for facilitating an active relationship with hotels, restaurants and tourist attractions in the city to promote Manitowoc as a tourist destination on the state and national level. To contact the Department of Tourism, email tourism@manitowoc.org or call 920-686-3508. For more about upcoming events, follow @VisitManitowoc on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok or visit manitowoc.org/tourism.

This article originally appeared on Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter: Manitowoc SS Badger evening cruise, Fat Seagull party top local events