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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.

 

Building Bonanza Family Day

Sunday, March 30th, 2025 | Noon – 3:00pm
MCHS | 910 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Drive

Milwaukee County Historical Society’s Building Bonanza Family Day. Bring the whole family for a day of creativity, construction, and community as we explore this year’s theme: Building Milwaukee Bridges!
 
Families will have the chance to design and construct their own bridge creations using LEGO, K’Nex, trains, and more—with expert guidance from STEAM Milwaukee and John Peine + Sylvia Peine, LEGO City and K’Nex Bridge Building Teachers! Plus, enjoy live music from 4 String Fanfare as you build, play, and explore!
Sponsored by AIA Milwaukee.
 
YOU can help build a bridge to food security by bringing a box of healthy cereal to donate to the Hunger Task Force.
 
FREE EVENT! RSVP by March 26 to info@milwaukeehistory.net or call 414-273-8288.
 
Want to get involved? If you are interested in volunteering at the event, please email mjknapp@milwaukeehistory.net with your interest.

 

 

MCHS Book Club

Monday, March 31st, 2025 | 6:00pm
MCHS | 910 N. Dr. MLK Jr. Drive or Virtually via Zoom

Join us in March for From the Emerald Isle to the Cream City by Carl Baehr. 

From the Emerald Isle to the Cream City by Carl Baehr describes how the Irish influenced the political, educational, religious, and sports landscape of Milwaukee and their impact on other ethnic groups, overcoming early poverty and bigotry to help make Milwaukee the city that it is today.”

Copies of the book are available for purchase at the MCHS and Boswell Books. Mention the MCHS Book Club at check for a 10% discount. An additional 10% discount is offered to MCHS Members at the MCHS gift shop.

FREE to join, registration preferred!

Click Here to Register! You will be sent the confirmation email with Zoom link to attend virtually.

Please send any questions or ideas for future book selections to info@milwaukeehistory.net 

 

Milwaukee History Trivia @ Explorium Brewpub

Thursday, April 3rd, 2025 | Doors Open 6:00pm, Game Starts 7:00pm
The Explorium Brewpub – Greendale | 5300 S 76th St #1450a, Greendale, WI 53129

Join us for another round of Milwaukee History Trivia at The Explorium Brewpub Greendale, located in Southridge Mall, offers a cozy atmosphere with exceptional amenities. Step inside to discover a charming brewpub where their friendly team ensures an unforgettable experience. Enjoy delicious food, refreshing beer, and handcrafted cocktails!

Doors open at 6:00pm, game starts at 7:00pm. Prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. 

Bring your friends or join a team! FREE to play!

The restaurant requests that folks make a reservation online (https://www.exploriumbrew.com/reserve) or call 414-423-1365. 

 

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