Frequently Asked Questions??
Q1- Will the Villa Louis Carriage Classic happen in September, 2021??
A1 - The current plan (April 1, 2021) is for the Villa Louis Carriage Classic to take place on September 10-12, 2021.
Q2 - Will spectators be allowed at the Carriage Classic??
A2 - In accordance with state and local guidelines and the COVID-19 Action Plan established by the American Driving Society, spectators will be allowed and admission will be charged for the event. Based upon social distancing guidelines and recommendations at the time of the event, capacities may be limited and face coverings may be required.
Q3 - What changes do you expect for the 2021 show in light of the COVID-19 pandemic??
A3 - Social distancing, hand hygiene and mask utilization may be mandatory. Signage directing people to not enter the show grounds will state "Do NOT Enter if you have any of the following: Cough, Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, Fever, Chills, New loss of taste or smell, Muscle pain, Sore throat, Congestion or runny nose, Sore throat, Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, or Have tested positive for COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) or been exposed to somebody that has tested positive with the past 10 days"; furthermore, areas where spectator congestion have been experienced before are being mitigated - sadly, there will be no picnic class in 2021. Efforts to eliminate mass gatherings will be made and all evening meals will feature a "to go" option so individuals can eat where they are comfortable.
Q4 - Is the Villa Louis Historic Site going to open in 2021??
A4 - The Wisconsin Historical Society has made the decision to not open many of their historic sites in 2021, including the Villa Louis. This decision was made in 2020 and reflects the fiscal situation of the society more than pandemic-related concerns. For the Carriage Classic, the Visitor Center/Gift Shop will be open but the mansion complex will not be open for tours. Currently, construction and landscaping projects have rendered the mansion complex inaccessible.
Q1- Will the Villa Louis Carriage Classic happen in September, 2021??
A1 - The current plan (April 1, 2021) is for the Villa Louis Carriage Classic to take place on September 10-12, 2021.
Q2 - Will spectators be allowed at the Carriage Classic??
A2 - In accordance with state and local guidelines and the COVID-19 Action Plan established by the American Driving Society, spectators will be allowed and admission will be charged for the event. Based upon social distancing guidelines and recommendations at the time of the event, capacities may be limited and face coverings may be required.
Q3 - What changes do you expect for the 2021 show in light of the COVID-19 pandemic??
A3 - Social distancing, hand hygiene and mask utilization may be mandatory. Signage directing people to not enter the show grounds will state "Do NOT Enter if you have any of the following: Cough, Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, Fever, Chills, New loss of taste or smell, Muscle pain, Sore throat, Congestion or runny nose, Sore throat, Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, or Have tested positive for COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) or been exposed to somebody that has tested positive with the past 10 days"; furthermore, areas where spectator congestion have been experienced before are being mitigated - sadly, there will be no picnic class in 2021. Efforts to eliminate mass gatherings will be made and all evening meals will feature a "to go" option so individuals can eat where they are comfortable.
Q4 - Is the Villa Louis Historic Site going to open in 2021??
A4 - The Wisconsin Historical Society has made the decision to not open many of their historic sites in 2021, including the Villa Louis. This decision was made in 2020 and reflects the fiscal situation of the society more than pandemic-related concerns. For the Carriage Classic, the Visitor Center/Gift Shop will be open but the mansion complex will not be open for tours. Currently, construction and landscaping projects have rendered the mansion complex inaccessible.