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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.

 

 

Lunch and Learn, Virtual Program Series

“Illustrating Our Stories” with Artist Aaron Boyd

Friday, February 20th, 2026 | 12:30pm-1:30pm
Virtually via Zoom | Registration Required.

Welcome to the Winter 2026 season of the MCHS virtual program series, Lunch and Learn!

Our first program of the season is “Illustrating Our History” presented by Artist and Illustrator Aaron Boyd. Aaron illustrated “Valient Vel: Vel Phillips and the Fight for Fairness and Equality,” the New York Public Library Best Book of 2025. Aaron will discuss his artistic process, and how art is a powerful tool to share our history.

Join us in honoring Vel’s efforts for Black History Month and what would have been 102nd her birthday on February 18th.
 
FREE VIRTUAL PROGRAM!
 
Follow the link to register: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/4w65bmv
 
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.

 

 

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

Tuesday, March 3rd, 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.

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

The theme for Tuesday, March 3rd is all things Irish! We will explore the history of Irish heritage in Milwaukee to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. 
 
Registration Required: Space is limited to 20 participants. Contact Olivia, Programs Manager at ohoff@milwaukeehistory.net or 414-409-9563.
 
SPARK! Registration, MARCH 2026 – Fill out form
 
 
 
 

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. 
 
 
 
 

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.

 

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