Milwaukee event attendees at the MCHS museum posing by the historic bank vault and MKE marquee sign.

Recognizing & preserving our local history.

Recognizing & preserving our local history.

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Founded in 1935

The place for people to learn about and to celebrate Milwaukee.

Milwaukee County Historical Society museum exterior showing Classical Revival architecture and limestone columns.

Visit.

Plan your visit and connect with the rich history of Milwaukee brought to life at MCHS.

Learn.

Serving the diverse communities, ethnicities, and cultures that make up our County, our programs offer a welcoming entry-point to local history.

Elementary students participating in a Milwaukee County Historical Society educational school program.
Architectural scale model of a historic Milwaukee landmark building featuring a clock tower and red brick.

Collections.

Explore Milwaukee County through our extensive collections of photographs, manuscripts, artifacts, and more.

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