Haunted History

Journey into the shadows of Lake Geneva’s storied past with a series of immersive, spine-tingling events. Step inside an 19th-century mansion to explore the rise of spiritualism, set sail at sunset for gothic tales inspired by Edgar Allan Poe or wander through downtown on a scandal-filled walking tour of crime and legend.

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Haunted History

Journey into the shadows of Lake Geneva’s storied past with a series of immersive, spine-tingling events. Step inside an 19th-century mansion to explore the rise of spiritualism, set sail at sunset for gothic tales inspired by Edgar Allan Poe or wander through downtown on a scandal-filled walking tour of crime and legend.

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Black Point Estate & Gardens building at Grand Geneva surrounded by trees

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 summer home, 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

Black Point Estate and Gardens
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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.

Long time volunteer Frank Bernisen has been helping to support schools in Kenya for years. Today he brought James Yegon, the Director of Soar Kenya for a visit.

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Long time volunteer Frank Bernisen has been helping to support schools in Kenya for years. Today he brought James Yegon, the Director of Soar Kenya for a visit. We love international travelers and welcoming everyone to the estate!
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23 days left in our 2026 season.

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23 days left in our 2026 season. Wed love to see you at the estate. Tickets are available via the Lake Geneva Cruise Line.
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