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Janesville is a city in and the county seat of Rock County, Wisconsin, United States. [4] As of the 2020 census, the city had a population of 65,615, making it the tenth-most populous city in Wisconsin. [5]
- Explore Vibrant Murals. Janesville’s streets are not just pathways; they are canvases that come alive with vibrant murals and street art. As you wander through the heart of the city, you’ll encounter an array of over 60 pieces of captivating artwork that add an extra layer of color and character to the outdoor spaces.
- S’mores Delight at the Sugar Exchange. Indulging in a classic treat takes a creative twist at the Sugar Exchange, where you can experience the s’mores charcuterie.
- Local Art and Produce at Janesville Farmers Market. If you know me at all, you know I love to support our Wisconsin farmers! Farmers Markets are simply one of the many ways you can do that and the Janesville Farmers Market is more than just a place to shop for fresh produce; it’s a lively hub that embodies the heart and soul of the community.
- Glacial Landscapes on Janesville-Beloit Crossings Ice Age Trail. Step into a prehistoric world as you embark on the Janesville-Milton Ice Age Trail. This hiking and biking trail offers an incredible opportunity to explore landscapes shaped by ancient glaciers.
A Closer Look. City of Janesville, Wisconsin. Established in 1853. Story by Teresa Nguyen. August, 2020. In 1836, Mr. Henry F. Janes arrived and staked a claim on the east bank of the Rock River near the present-day intersection of Main and Milwaukee streets.
- Admire the plants at Rotary Botanical Gardens. Visit this 20 acre (8.1 hectares) botanical garden with 26 different garden styles and 4,000 varieties of plants.
- Check out the interactive exhibits at Helen Jeffris Wood Museum Center. Tour this hands-on history museum with a visitor center and gift shop in a 1915 building.
- Enjoy a leisurely stroll at Palmer Park. This 164 acre (66.4 hectares) park features a unique ADA-compliant playground and a wading pool for children below eight years.
- Taste good-quality beer at Rock County Brewing Company. Head out to Rock County Brewing Company to enjoy refreshing crafts beer on tap or growlers. They take pride in every beer they craft.
By 1900, Janesville was a small but modern city. The commercial district boasted concrete curbs and gutters, electric lighting, and electric street rail cars. Over the next decades, the city's reputation was based on its manufacturing enterprises, notably the production of automobiles and fountain pens.
Janesville is a city in Wisconsin with agricultural and manufacturing roots that, in its heyday, boasted GM and Parker Pen plants, and is known as "Wisconsin's Park Place" with the highest urban acreage of parkland per capita in Wisconsin.
Janesville, city, seat (1839) of Rock county, southern Wisconsin, U.S. It lies on the Rock River, about 15 miles (25 km) north of Beloit and 40 miles (65 km) southeast of Madison. Settled in 1835 and named for a pioneer, Henry F. Janes, it developed as a trading centre for the surrounding.
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