Things to do in Manitowoc this week include 'Artifacts of Manitowoc 28,' Fat Seagull Street Bash and more

MANITOWOC – Here’s your look at can’t-miss events in the Manitowoc area this week. For more events and live music schedules, go to https://www.visitmanitowoc.com/events/.

Learn about 'Artifacts of the Manitowoc 28'

Manitowoc accomplished an incredible feat for World War II, constructing 28 submarines fit for war.

The submarines each have a unique a story.

Using artifacts from these historic vessels, Wisconsin Maritime Museum Archivist and Collections Manager Serena Stuettgenat will share their unique stories to paint a picture of what life was really like under the surface of the ocean.

“Artifacts of the Manitowoc 28” is presented at 5 p.m. Sept. 12. Buy tickets online now at the Wisconsin Maritime Museum’s website, https://bit.ly/4ceuojJ. The museum is at 75 Maritime Drive.

Follow the map to 'Treasure Island'

Sit back and watch an adventurous play in the beautiful Capitol Civic Centre.

Follow Jim Hawkins and his friends as they set sail with Long John Silver and his pirate band in the search for treasure.

This heartwarming play is put on by the talented kids of Missoula Children’s Theatre.

Showings are at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Sept. 14. Tickets can be purchased online at cccshows.org. The Capitol is at 913 S. Eighth St., Manitowoc.

Attend an exciting bash or two

Summer isn’t quite over yet, so soak up the sun while you still can with an outdoor music event!

The third annual NashBash will be taking over The Wharf, 606 Quay St., Sept. 13-15 with free, live music of all your favorite country hits. Go to https://www.wharfmanitowoc.com/music-events for the full schedule.

Another way to get your rays is the Fat Seagull Street Bash Sept. 14. Quay Street in front of the popular bar (807 Quay St.) will be set up with picnic tables and a stage so all can enjoy the fresh air and live music of Conscious Pilot. The band starts playing at 1 p.m.

Shop Before N After’s Outdoor Market

Get a head start on fall décor and perennials at Before N After’s Fall Outdoor Market.

Sept. 14, you can shop right outside the storefront at 1010 Washington St. for vintage items, home and garden décor, and handmade goods.

The outdoor sale runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Follow them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/beforenafter2013 for updates.

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Listen to live music in Manitowoc

Grab a friend, a cold drink and soak in the beautiful end of summer weather while listening to live music across the city.

In addition to live music at The Wharf’s Nash Bash and Fat Seagull’s Street Bash, these are some free live music options.

Sept. 13

• Koepke/LaForce/Kimmes Acoustic at PetSkull Brewing, 1015 Buffalo St. — 5 p.m.

• Beachfront Avenue at Salute to Everyone, 1107 S. 10th St. — 8:30 p.m.

Sept. 14

• Streetlife at PetSkull Brewing — 2 p.m.

• The Jackie Treehorn Experience at Salute to Everyone — 8 p.m.

Sept. 15

• Dr. Bombay at PetSkull Brewing — 9 a.m.

• Bacchus Lotus at Shooter Malone’s, 901 Buffalo St. — 3 p.m.

Hungry for History: Manitowoc County Historical Society's fall Hungry for History programs will feature Evergleam trees and Wisconsin supper clubs.

Visit Manitowoc is the city of Manitowoc's Department of Tourism. Email [email protected], call 920-686-3508 or go to Visit Manitowoc's downtown Visitor Center, 824 S. Eighth St., open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays-Fridays (closed holidays). For more about upcoming events, follow @VisitManitowoc on Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter) and TikTok.

This article originally appeared on Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter: Manitowoc things to do include Fat Seagull Street Bash, Treasure Island