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Conservation Circle
The Conservation Circle is an exclusive group of dedicated supporters committed to the preservation of Milwaukee County’s historical treasures. Members provide critical resources to conserve and protect the most fragile and significant artifacts in our collection.
By joining the Conservation Circle, you will have the unique opportunity to help ensure these objects remain part of Milwaukee’s shared heritage for generations to come. Members enjoy exclusive benefits such as behind-the-scenes tours, private talks with the curator, and invitations to special events where you can see the impact of your support firsthand .
Help us preserve the past for the future—join the Conservation Circle today.
Annual Conservation Circle Fundraising Event
February 1, 2025
1-3pm
The Event
Join us for the first-ever MCHS annual fundraising event dedicated to preservation—both in person and online!
Enjoy a wine bar while exploring five rare historical objects in need of conservation, each with a compelling story. Whether you attend in person or join virtually, you will have the opportunity to make a direct impact by funding the preservation of these valuable pieces of Milwaukee’s history.
Our curator will deliver an exclusive talk about these artifacts, sharing the details of their significance and the urgent need for conservation. This special presentation will also be streamed live for our virtual attendees.
Together, we can ensure Milwaukee’s past is preserved for future generations.
2025 Focus
In 2025, efforts will concentrate on very specific and vulnerable pieces of the collection. Professional conservation work is not cheap, but it is necessary to stabilize, preserve, restore, and protect these historically significant treasures. The pieces selected for conservation this year include an early Billie the Brownie figure from Schuster’s department store that needs to be restrung and repaired, materials to create custom boxes for our Milwaukee architectural models, and funding to stabilize and repair one of the Stations of the Cross from Milwaukee’s Our Lady of Pompeii Church (the Little Pink Church).
Conservation Circle: Conservation Highlights
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