City of Port Washington, Wisconsin

Originally founded as a village in 1848, and later incorporated as a city in 1882, Port Washington is a historic fishing village located along the shores of Lake Michigan, 25 miles north of downtown Milwaukee. The original harbor was built in the 1870s, and the marinas lighthouse, built in 1860, still stands today, hosting a historical museum. More about the Citys history can be found here. The City is known for offering a touch of New England charm combined with Midwestern friendliness and has been named by Midwest Living to their Top 100 Best Midwest Small Town Getaways. Port Washington, today, is a tourist destination with a vibrant downtown and community events. Port Washingtons population of 12,353 resides within seven square miles including 1.5 square miles of waterfront. The city offers superior housing choices, excellent education provided by the Port Washington-Saukville School District, abundant tourism and community event offerings, and award-winning health care through...