College Avenue Historic District, WI

Appleton

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The Hearthstone Historic House Museum is a historic home in Appleton, Wisconsin, United States that has been converted into a museum. On September 30, 1882, it became the first residence in the world powered by a centrally located hydroelectric station using the Edison system. At that time, the house was the residence of Henry James Rogers, a paper company executive and entrepreneur. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 2, 1974. The house was previously known as the Henry J. Rogers House.

Hearthstone Historic House Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Hearthstone Historic House Museum during your travels in Appleton. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

Hearthstone Historic House Museum

Building for Kids Children's Museum

You can take time to visit Building for Kids Children's Museum during your travels to Appleton. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

Building for Kids Children's Museum

Trout Museum of Art

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Trout Museum of Art during your trip to Appleton. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

Trout Museum of Art

Fox River Mall

During your visit to Appleton, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Fox River Mall. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Fox River Mall

Fox Cities Performing Arts Center

You can make plans for a show at Fox Cities Performing Arts Center during your trip to Appleton. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

Fox Cities Performing Arts Center

Lawrence University

Explore the campus of Lawrence University, during your travels in Appleton. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

Lawrence University

Things to do

Hearthstone is the first house in the world powered by a central hydroelectric dynamo based on the Edison system.

Hearthstone Historic House Museum Admission Ticket

$12
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Hearthstone Historic House Museum Admission Ticket
Polish Cultural Workshop with Pierogi Dinner - Appleton, WI

Polish Cultural Workshop with Pierogi Dinner - Appleton, WI

$49
per adult
Polish Cultural Workshop with Pierogi Dinner - Appleton, WI
Appleton Fox River Segway Tour w/ Private Tour Option

Appleton Fox River Segway Tour w/ Private Tour Option

$101
per adult
Appleton Fox River Segway Tour w/ Private Tour Option
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College Avenue Historic District Hotel Deals

AmericInn by Wyndham Appleton Downtown

AmericInn by Wyndham Appleton Downtown

2.5 out of 5
3033 W College Avenue Appleton WI
$68 nightly
The price is $79 total per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
$79 total
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Appleton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
The front desk people were great! Room was clean. Very comfy bed. Will stay again when we are in town.

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

AmericInn by Wyndham Appleton Downtown
Hilton Appleton Paper Valley

Hilton Appleton Paper Valley

3.5 out of 5
333 W College Ave Appleton WI
$106 nightly
The price is $122 total per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
$122 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Appleton. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
Friendly and helpful staff, clean room, very comfortable beds.

Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025

Hilton Appleton Paper Valley
DoubleTree by Hilton Neenah

DoubleTree by Hilton Neenah

4 out of 5
123 E Wisconsin Ave Neenah WI
$90 nightly
The price is $103 total per night from Jan 15 to Jan 16
$103 total
Jan 15 - Jan 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Neenah. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy beds ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
Excellent and friendly reception upon arrival & room was clean.

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Neenah
Baymont by Wyndham Appleton

Baymont by Wyndham Appleton

2.5 out of 5
3924 W College Ave Appleton WI
$63 nightly
The price is $73 total per night from Jan 7 to Jan 8
$73 total
Jan 7 - Jan 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Appleton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (392 reviews)
Didn’t have breakfast

Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Appleton
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites-Little Chute

Cobblestone Hotel & Suites-Little Chute

3 out of 5
208 W Main St Little Chute WI
$67 nightly
The price is $78 total per night from Jan 13 to Jan 14
$78 total
Jan 13 - Jan 14
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Little Chute. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (675 reviews)
The room could have been cleaned better. Staff was very nice and the breakfast was good!

Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026

Cobblestone Hotel & Suites-Little Chute
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Appleton North, WI

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Appleton North, WI

2.5 out of 5
130 Patriot Dr Little Chute WI
$79 nightly
The price is $91 total per night from Jan 27 to Jan 28
$91 total
Jan 27 - Jan 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Little Chute. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
The wonderful lady that checked us in was terrific. Her name is Jeannine. You should work really hard to keep her employed and happy at this location. My wife and I have been to 48 States and this young lady is in the top 10 of front end desk clerks that we have encountered.

Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Appleton North, WI
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College Avenue Historic District, WI

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