Kenosha, Wisconsin

Kenosha is a city in the southeastern corner of Wisconsin. Covering 24 sq mi (62.1 sq km) and with a population of 100,000 people (2012 estimate), it is the fourth largest city in Wisconsin. It is also the fourth largest on the western shore of Lake Michigan behind Chicago, Milwaukee and Green Bay.

Kenosha, Wisconsin
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The name Kenosha is believed to have come from the Potawatomi language meaning "place of the pike". Human habitation in this area goes back to 13,500 years ago. The first group of European settlers to arrive in Kenosha was a group headed by John Bullen, Jr. They arrived in what was then known as Pike Creek, and built a settlement of log cabins. This developed into the village of Pike in 1836. It was later renamed Southport before becoming Kenosha in 1850.

For much of the 20th century, Kenosha was renowned as the city that manufactures automobiles and trucks. Today it is often regarded as Chicago's northenmost suburb, as many people living here commute daily to the metropolis for work. Others travel north to their jobs in Milwaukee.

Visiting Kenosha

Kenosha is served by Interstate 94 which connects it with Chicago to the south and Milwaukee to the north.

Places of Interest in Kenosha

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