Green Bay Arts and Culture

Enjoy Live Theatre or Explore the Historical Museums and Sites of Green Bay . . .

While visiting Green Bay Wisconsin, be sure to visit some of our theatres, museums and historic sites. The region's rich history is presented in the local museums and quality performances can be enjoyed at the local theatres.

Football fans will enjoy the Green Bay Packer Hall of Fame (5.0 mi) and history buffs will be delighted with Heritage Hill State Historical Park (4.0 mi), a 50-acre living history museum that features exhibits from the region's fur trading, military, community growth, and agricultural eras.

If you are in the mood for entertainment, try the nearby Meyer Theatre (0.3) or the Weidner Center for the Performing Arts (5.6 mi). Each offers live plays, concerts and dance performances.

Read the list below to learn about Green Bay's theatres, museums and historic sites.

Green Bay Museums, Historic Sites and Theatres listed by distance from hotel:

Neville Public Museum   •   0.2 mi

210 Museum Place, Green Bay, WI    (920) 448-4462
The Neville Public Museum of Brown County, Wisconsin, preserves the history and culture of the region by collecting objects of art, history, and science. There are over one million items in the permanent collections, including historic artifacts, original artworks, archeological objects, still photographs and film.

Meyer Theatre   •   0.3 mi

117 South Washington Street, Green Bay, WI    (920) 433-3333
The Meyer Theatre originally opened in 1930 as the Fox Theatre. It was closed and reopened a couple of times before closing in 1998. Over the next few years, the theatre, which had been converted to a movie triplex years earlier, was restored to its original beauty and reopened as a live theatre venue in 2002. Performances include concerts, dance performances and plays. It seats just under 1000, so tickets should be purchased in advance.

Let Me Be Frank Productions   •   0.3 mi

Let Me Be Frank is a local production company that performs at the Meyer Theatre and elsewhere in and around the Green Bay area. Visit their web site for information about current and future performances.

Hazelwood Historic House   •   2.0 mi

1008 South Monroe Avenue, Green Bay, WI    (920) 437-1840
The Hazelwood Historic House is Green Bay's only historic house open to the public that is still on its original site. Hazelwood is a fine example of Greek Revival architecture. Its ten rooms are decorated to reflect the pioneer character of Green Bay in the 1840's and 1850's with the elegance of the 1880's and 1890's Victorian period. Built overlooking the historic Fox River in the Astor Historic District, Hazelwood was originally the home of the Morgan and Elizabeth Martin family who were a political and cultural force in the city and state for almost one hundred years. It is filled with many original furnishings, family photographs, paintings and artifacts. It was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1964. Hazelwood is open for tours seasonally and for group tours year round.

Ashwaubenon Historical Society   •   3.1 mi

737 Cormier Rd, Ashwaubenon, WI    (920) 429-2863
The Ashwaubenon Historical Society actively collects historical artifacts of Northeast Wisconsin and specifically Ashwaubenon. The Society's exhibits include antique farm equipment from the 1800's, plus a turn of the century farm house and school exhibit. Other collections include military artifacts from the wars of the 1900's, murals of historical events in the 1930's, and one of the largest Tramp and Hobo art collections in the Midwest.

Heritage Hill State Historical Park   •   4.0 mi

2640 South Webster Avenue, Green Bay, WI    920-448-5150 or 800-721-5150
Heritage Hill State Historical Park is a 50 acre living history museum in Green Bay, Wisconsin, located on the banks of the Fox River. There are four distinct areas of the park, each representing various periods of local history: fur trading, military, community growth, and agriculture. Each area has several historic buildings which help to depict life from that era. Heritage Hill has earned a reputation as a jewel of the Midwest.

The Walk of Legends   •   4.0 mi

2 Blocks East of Lambeau Field, Green Bay    920-328-8516
The Walk of Legends is a mile-long public art walkway that consists of 24 granite and steel statues honoring the history of football in Green Bay between 1895 and the present. Visitors can also learn about the Oneida Tribe of Indians from Wisconsin, whose tribal members were pioneers of the game of semi-pro football in Green Bay.

Green Bay Packer Hall of Fame   •   5.0 mi

1265 Lombardi Avenue, Green Bay, WI   (920) 569-7513
Relive the most exciting moments in Packers and football history at the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame. Pure Packers adrenaline fills this 25,000-square-foot area where you can see, touch and feel over 80 years of riveting history. There are nearly 80 exhibits including three Super Bowl trophies and a re-creation of Vince Lombardi's office. Countless videos - many of them newly updated - allow the spectacular memories to be lived over and over. And a huge children's area lets little fans know what it's like to be a real Packers player. They can put on a uniform, throw passes, kick field goals and more. Check back for new exhibits and displays. Group tours are available.

National Railroad Museum   •   4.0 mi

2285 S Broadway Green Bay, WI   (920) 435-7245
The National Railroad Museum introduces people to America's railroad heritage, an era which brought wealth and modernity to millions of Americans. Through engaging exhibits, programs, and special events, visitors can learn how rail shaped American culture through literature, music and historical events. Special exhibits and events are offered throughout the year, including Polar Express rides, live music, and even a haunted mansion.

Marcus Bay Park Cinema   •   4.69 mi

755 Willard Drive, Ashwaubenon, WI    (920) 497-2430
The Bay Park Cinema features state-of-the-art auditoriums, each featuring digital sound, stadium seating, and convenient showtimes. To enhance your movie going experience, this theatre is equipped with a RealD digital 3D Auditorium. In addition to the latest Hollywood films, the Marcus Bay Park Cinema also features unique content events including simulcast live concerts, sporting events, the New York Metropolitan Opera (MET) and more!

Weidner Center for the Performing Arts   •   5.4 mi

2420 Nicolet Drive, Green Bay, WI    (920) 465-2217
Weidner Center for the Performing Arts is the performing arts center for the University of Wisconsin in Green Bay. The Center has been presenting a wide variety of cultural, entertainment and educational performing arts to the Northeastern Wisconsin community since it opened in 1993. The Weidner Center has received rave reviews from performers and audiences alike. Its outstanding acoustics, physical beauty and state-of-the-art accommodations combine to make it one of the finest performing halls in the United States.

Marcus Green Bay East Cinema   •   6.3 mi

1000 Kepler Drive, Green Bay, WI   (920) 468-6500
The Marcus Green Bay East Cinema features 12 state-of-the-art auditoriums, each featuring digital sound, stadium seating and convenient showtimes for the latest movie releases.

Oneida Nation Museum   •   14.0 mi

W. 812 County Road EE, De Pere, WI    (920) 869-2468
The Oneida Nation Museum features exhibits from the Oneida and Iroquois Native American tribes. Exhibits are of Iroquois beadwork, lace making, basketry, and Oneida warriors. Special exhibits and events are centered around various aspects of Oneida life, art and entertainment. A gift shop is onsite and refreshments are often available.