Take a Cruise to the Victorian Summer Retreat of a Chicago Beer Baron
Black Point Estate was built for Chicago Beer Baron Conrad Seipp in 1888 as a retreat, and in that spirit the home remains a place to relax, refresh, and explore. Just like the Victorian VIPs who established the estate, you’ll arrive in style and enjoy stunning Geneva Lake views on your cruise to this magnificent mansion, considered one of the finest examples of period architecture and furniture in the Midwest, and one of the oldest homes in Lake Geneva.
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Black Point Estate and Gardens
Step into Gilded Age elegance at the 1888 Summer home of Chicago beer baron, Conrad Seipp. Guests enjoy a narrated boat ride to the property via the Lake Geneva Cruise Line, a guided tour of the mansion, & time to relax and sip Seipp beer on the veranda.
Put on your best half-plate, prep your spell book and pack your rope, adventurer: on the 51st anniversary of Dungeons & Dragons, we invite you to travel to Horticultural Hall in Lake Geneva, to partake in a very special session of the world’s most famous tabletop roleplaying game. Immerse yourself in a brand-new 5e module, Wisconsin Adventures Two: Dreams & Nightmares, where you’ll make countless memories (and even more ability checks), check for traps, cure wounds, and sneak (...or Rage) your way to victory.
All guests will receive a hard copy of the module Wisconsin Adventures Two: Dreams & Nightmares for participating in the event—don’t worry, that’s considered a Free Action.
Not an avid role player? Not a problem! Spectators can join in on the fun, too, by attending the presentation and watching players thwart challenges in-game.
Whatever you do, don’t hesitate to participate—there's no time for a Short Rest, so roll for Initiative and pick up your tickets now!
COST:
$25 per person (spectator price)
$10 add-on per person to join the campaign!
Advanced registration is required.
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View of the lake that opened up west of Black Point to Fontana and Williams Bay after high winds on February 7 ... See MoreSee Less
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