Our portion of Southwest Wisconsin along the mighty Mississippi River is a great place to visit and a wonderful place to live. A wide variety of attractions and activities throughout the year make the Prairie du Chien area one of the "choice" destinations in the Midwest. Our history dates back to the 17th century with many sites preserved and open for visits. The calendar of events is filled year-round with special events to intrigue and satisfy a variety of interests. Prairie du Chien has a strong business and employee base, where people believe in, and practice, the "old-fashioned work ethic."