Janesville, Wisconsin is filled with fun and exciting memories and new ones in the making. Here are just a few examples of what this city is known for:
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Camden Playground--The largest handicapped accessible playground in the world. |
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Our Rock Aqua Jays - National Championship Water Ski Team. |
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The first public high school built in the state. |
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The Janesville Country Club - the oldest country club in the state and sixth oldest in the nation! |
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NFL Hall of Famer Bart Starr threw his first touchdown pass as a professional in Janesville. |
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Legendary football coach Vince Lombardi gave his last speech as a Packer and his first as a Redskin in Janesville. |
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The first established 4-H youth fair in the country. |
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The first Wisconsin State Fair was held in Janesville. |
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Carrie Jacobs Bond wrote the classic song "I Love You Truly" while residing in Janesville. |
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The Gideon Society began at the Janesville YMCA in 1899. |
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The largest General Motors production facility under one roof - over 4 million square feet. |
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Janesville's Peace Park is the site of the Worlds Tallest Peace Pole at 52' in height. |
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