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Legacy Weekend Package

Legacy Weekend celebrates the arts, and the cultural, historic and outdoor heritage of Winona and its surrounding region. The Great River Shakespeare Festival, in partnership with the Winona County Historical Society, Visit Winona and conservation partners, will host the first-ever Winona Legacy Weekend, on July 23-25, 2010.

Winona Legacy Weekend celebrates the arts, and the cultural, historic and outdoor heritage of Winona and its surrounding region, highlighting events and sites funded in whole or in part by Minnesota’s Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment. WCHS’ museums, The Bunnell House, The Arches Museum of Pioneer Life and the Winona County History Center will be open for tours.

This year's Great River Shakespeare Festival lineup features The Comedy of Errors, Othello and The Daly News, along with a variety of related activities like free prelude concerts and conversations with the acting company.

Package includes:

  • Overnight stay
  • 15% discount on 2 tickets to GRSF plays of your choice*.
  • FREE canoeing and kayaking on East Lake Winona (boats available at Lake Lodge, foot of Main Street) Friday July 23 from 4-8pm; Saturday July 24 from 8am – 8pm; and Sunday July 25 from 8am – 2pm
  • Discounted admission at the Winona County History Center (mention Legacy Weekend Package).
  • Special presentation on Saturday, July 24 at 1pm about the lives of conservationist Will Dilg and philanthropist John Latsch
  • Free Huck Finn Family Fest on Saturday July 24 from 10:30am – 1pm at the Minnesota Marine Art Museum (fishing off the shore of the Mississippi River, MN DNR demonstration with live snakes, watermelon seed spittin’ contest, and other activities)

* GRSF Ticket prices vary depending on performance and seat selection. Offers are valid only as a complete package which includes both theatre tickets and room reservations. Theatre tickets must be ordered separately from GRSF using your confirmation code which will be provided when room reservations are booked. All packages exclude tax. Rates subject to availability.

This package is available the weekend of July 23-25, 2010.

Hotel & Package Details Rate* Phone
Windom Park Bed & Breakfast (website)
Package includes our celebrated five course breakfast and wine & cheese in the evening. We will be happy to make all your arrangements, providing you with a relaxing, stress-free experience.
$142 to $230/night (Sun.-Thurs.)
$150.50 to $238.50/night (Fri./Sat.)
(507) 457-9515
(866) 737-1719
Village House Inn (website)
Includes complimentary tickets to the Minnesota Marine Art Museum, continental breakfast and a coupon for a free wine tasting and 20% off a bottle of Garvin Heights Vineyard wine.
  (507) 454-4322
        Package for Two
        (Includes double-occupancy guest room)

$110-130/night (Fri./Sat.)
$90-110/night (Sun.-Thurs.)

        Group Package
        (Whole house rental, accomodations for up to eight)
$390/night (Fri./Sat.)
$325/night (Sun.-Thurs.)
Days Inn (website)
Package includes a room with a queen bed, FREE high speed wireless internet, deluxe continental breakfast with hot, fresh waffles. Book online at the Day's Inn website.
$75.99/night for single or double (Fri./Sat.) (507) 454-6930
Alexander Mansion Historic Bed & Breakfast (website)
Includes complimentary admission to the Minnesota Marine Art Museum and free wine tasting and 20% off wine purchase at Garvin Heights Vineyards.
$149 to $229
/night for unique Rooms to Suites
(507) 474-4224

Holiday Inn Express & Suites (website)
The newest hotel addition to the Winona area. Stay Smart Hot Breakfast, 37” HDTV in each room, Free Wired & Wireless Internet, Micro/ Frig in all Rooms. Includes 1 standard Double Queen or King room and $10 Green Mill Restaurant voucher.

$104.99 (wk-day)
$124.99 (wk-end)
(888) 739-5949
(507) 474-1700

The Plaza Hotel & Suites (website)
Award Winning! The Green Mill Restaurant & Lounge, Indoor Pools & Whirlpool, Free Wireless Internet, Micro/ Frig in all Rooms. Includes 1 standard Double Queen or King room, $10 Green Mill Restaurant voucher.

$94.99 (wk-day)
$104.99 (wk-end)
(888) 292-0303
(507) 453-0303

Riverport Inn & Express Suites (website)
Award Winning Hotel! Includes 1 standard Double Queen or King room, free Deluxe Continental Breakfast, free high speed internet, micro/frig in all rooms, pool & whirlpool, $20 Brewski Pub & Grill voucher.

$89.99 (wk-day)
$109.99 (wk-end)
(800) 595-0606
(507) 452-0606
AmericInn Lodge & Suites (website)
Conveniently located just minutes from the Performing Arts Center of Winona State University, downtown Winona, and the Mississippi River. Package includes two Queen bed/ Standard Room, complimentary breakfast, indoor pool/whirlpool/sauna, free wired & wireless internet. AAA approved.
$150/ night for 2-night stay (Sun. thru Thurs.)
$170/ night for 2-night stay (Fri. & Sat.)
(507) 457-0249
(800) 634-3444
Dory's Place (website)
Completely furnished turn of the century home with fireplace. World class hiking trails, beautiful trout stream and plenty of parking. House sleeps 12: 2 Queens & 10 Singles, plus Den/Office with Internet access. Complete kitchen, grill, patio, & fire pit. Large basket of assorted fruit & coffee provided.
$215/night (Mon.-Thurs.)
$430/night (Fri., Sat., Sun.)
(507) 454-4020
Heaven's Valley Lodge (website)
Nestled in the ‘back 40’ of a 200 acre hobby farm. Hiking trails, wildlife, a bird lovers paradise and private. Lodge sleeps 6; 10% Discount on Lodging up to 4 guests, $10/ person after.
Fully furnished kitchen, BBQ grill & bonfire pit, fireplace. Large basket of assorted fruit & coffee provided.
$115/night (Mon.-Thurs.)
$140/night (Fri., Sat., Sun.)
(507) 454-4020
Quality Inn & Suites (website)
Package includes Perkins Breakfast w/ stay (up to 4 people), microwave and refrigerator, largest commercial indoor pool, hot tub and fitness club, free wireless internet, pets welcome.
Weekend or daily rates available. (507) 454-4390
(800) 562-4544

* All packages exclude tax. Rates based on double occupancy unless otherwise indicated. GRSF ticket price not included. Rates subject to room and theater ticket availability.

 

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