The Racine Curling Club was formally organized on March 2, 1954, with 28 charter members and Judge J. (Jefferson) Allan Simpson Sr. as it's inagural president. Outdoor ice was used at places like Horlick Field, Root River, Hatter’s Sand Pit, and Armstrong Park. Snow, sun, sand, cold winds, heaves and cracks in the ice made it a game for only the most dedicated. The Grand Opening of the indoor Racine Curling Club was held on February 26, 1966, with Scottish Pipers in kilts leading the way. Today, the Racine Curling Club provides wintertime activities for over 160 adult and youth curlers from throughout Southeastern Wisconsin and Northern Illinois.