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Samantha Michalski, smichalski@milwaukeehistory.net or 414-409-9565.

Programs and Events

We recognize that Milwaukee history spans across diverse communities, ethnicities, and cultures, so we hope to continue to bring us all together through our programs.

 

 

MKE History Trivia Night @ Component Brewing Co.

Thursday, March 12th, 2026 | Doors Open 6:00pm, Trivia Starts 7:00pm
Component Brewing Co. | 2018 S 1st St, Milwaukee, WI 53207 
Join us for another round of MKE History Trivia – this month we are headed to Component Brewing Co. Enjoy Component Brewing’s artfully (and scientifically) made craft beer, created with only the most essential ingredients – the “components” of a greater good!
Trivia is FREE to play! Bring your friends or join a team!
Doors open at 6:00pm, Trivia starts at 7:00pm. 
 
 
 
 

 

Lunch and Learn, Virtual Program Series

“Latina Activism in MKE” with Eloisa Gómez

Friday, March 13th, 2026 | 12:30pm-1:30pm
Virtually via Zoom | Registration Required.

Join us in celebrating Women’s History Month! Our next program of the season is “Latina Activism in MKE” presented by Author and Activist Eloisa Gómez and the League of Women Voters – Milwaukee. Eloisa will share the history of Latina Activists who fought for Civil Rights in 1960s-1970s Milwaukee.
 
FREE VIRTUAL PROGRAM!
 
Follow the link to register: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/h4tekxg 
 
Registration is required. If you cannot attend the live virtual program, be sure to still register. All registrants received the program recording link for 1-week after the program’s original aire date.
 
 

 

Family Day

Saturday, March 21st, 2026 | 10:00am – 2:00pm
MCHS| 910 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr. Milwaukee, WI, 53203

Join us for Family Day at the Milwaukee County Historical Society – this year’s theme is Transportation. Come see how planes, trains, cars, and boats have shaped the city! Explore the science behind these technologies and enjoy activities and displays from the Milwaukee Fire Museum, Dream Bikes, East Troy Electric Railroad Museum, and Peine Family Lego. Generously sponsored by AIA Milwaukee and Bricks and Minifigs Brookfield.

Family Day is FREE to everyone! Light snacks and drinks will be available for purchase. Doors open at 10:00am.

Interested in Volunteering for this Event?
Join us at Family Day on Saturday, March 21st volunteer shifts starting at 9:30 am.
RSVP to Educator, Mary Jo Knapp, mjknapp@milwaukeehistory.net, by Monday, March 16th.
 
 
 

 

Versiti Blood Drive at the MCHS

Saturday, March 27th, 2026 | 10:00am – 2:30pm
MCHS| 910 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr. Milwaukee, WI, 53203
 
In partnership with Versiti Blood Centers of Wisconsin, the Milwaukee Co. Historical Society will be hosting a blood drive to support the need for blood donations in the Milwaukee community.
 
Did you know that someone needs blood every 2 seconds? Or that blood transfusions are often given to NICU babies, cancer fighters, sickle cell warriors, transplant patients, trauma survivors, and more!
 
Follow the link to set up your blood donation appointment:
https://donateblood.versiti.org/…/drive_schedule/11634246
 
Snacks will be provided for donors.
FREE Museum Admission!
 
 
 

SPARK! Creative Engagement Programs for People with Memory Loss and their Care Partners

Tuesday, April 7th, 2026 | 11:00am-12:30pm
MCHS  | 910 N. Dr. MLK Jr. Drive 

SPARK! is a creative engagement program for people with early to mid-stage memory loss and their care partners.

This month’s theme is “Illustrating Our Stories” with local Artist and Illustrator Aaron Boyd. Aaron is known for capturing moments in history through his artwork and illustrations. His works include Giving Good, Valiant Vel, Brownie the War Dog, etc. Aaron will lead a hands-on illustration workshop encouraging participants to illustrate moments from their own history. 

Programs are held monthly on the first Tuesday of each month at 11:00am.

Registration Required: Space is limited to 20 participants. Contact Olivia, Programs Manager at ohoff@milwaukeehistory.net or 414-409-9563.
 
 
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