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.
42nd Annual Trimborn Harvest of Arts & Crafts
Saturday, September 6th & Sunday, September 7th, 2025 | 10:00am-4:00pm
Historic Trimborn Farms | 8881 W. Grange Avenue Greendale, WI 53129
We invite you to join the Milwaukee County Historical Society at the 42nd Annual Trimborn Farm Harvest of Arts & Crafts as we celebrate outstanding local artisans and support Milwaukee County’s only historic park. This popular event attracts thousands of visitors during its annual 2-day run.
Food:
Enjoy local food vendors like Kegel’s Inn, Troublemakers’ Cocina, Gift of Wings, and more. Grab a sweet treat at Aunt Pat’s kitchen located in the Farmhouse – Trimborn Family Cookies available!
50/50 Raffle Fundraiser:
Participate in our 50/50 Raffle Fundraiser! Ticket prices range from 1 ticket for $1 or “arm’s length” for $20 (25 tickets = arm’s length). All proceeds support the Education Programming at Trimborn Farms.
- Raffle opens at 10:00am and ends at 3:00pm both Saturday and Sunday.
- Purchase tickets at the raffle tent or with our Staff walking the park grounds.
- You must be present to win!
- You must be 18 years or older to participate.
- Winners announced under white tent at Noon and 3:00pm each day.
On-site Parking:
Free parking is available on-site including limited handicap parking spots. We also allow drop-off and pick-ups at the North Gate of Trimborn Farm.
Free Shuttle Service:
We encourage FREE parking at Southridge Mall. Shuttle leaves from the southwest corner of Southridge Mall near Macy’s approximately every 15 minutes. On Saturday, shuttle also makes a stop in downtown historic Greendale.
Shuttle passengers enjoy $3 off of their Harvest admission ticket.
Tickets: CASH only! ATM will be available on site.
$8 per ticket. Children under 12 are free. $3 discount per ticket given to shuttle goers.
Your admission fee supports the historic preservation of Trimborn Farm and allows the Milwaukee County Historical Society to provide important and engaging programming to students of all ages! Thank you for your support!
It’s Alive! Milwaukee
Friday, September 12th, 2025 | 4:00pm-6:00pm
MCHS Patio | 910 N. Dr. MLK Jr. Drive
- Sept. 12 – Cocina Filipina – Authentic Filipino street eats with rich flavors and tradition.
- Oct. 3 – BAM’s Locura – Bold bites, fusion twists, and crazy-good sides.
Live Music Lineup:
- Sept. 12 – Christopher Gold
- Oct. 3 – Nathan Graham Music
Learn more → https://bit.ly/4dGuTUO
Lunch & Learn Virtual Program Series
“Milwaukee Shipwrecks”
September 19th, 2025 | 12:30pm-1:30pm
Virtual via Zoom | Registration Required.
What do a ghost ship, a plague ship, a Spanish gunboat from the Spanish American War, a fireboat on fire, and a shipwreck connected to Robert DeNiro, Bill Clinton, a witch, the West Coast doo-wop sound, and a civil rights murder have in common? They are all shipwrecks off the coast of Milwaukee.
Come and hear these and other fascinating tales of maritime disasters with James Heinz. Heinz is a retired scuba diver and shipwreck enthusiast who has dove many of the ships in his presentation.
FREE to attend, registration required!
Register Here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/knukydh
Take your lunch break with us! The MCHS Lunch & Learn Virtual Program Series is back for the Fall 2025 season. Check back for the monthly program line up for September through November.
Milwaukee History Kayak Tour
September 20th, 2025 | 12:30pm-3:30pm
Launching from Milwaukee Kayak Company | 318 SOUTH Water Street Mke, WI 53204
Join us at the gathering place by the water! Explore Milwaukee and its history as you paddle down the Menomonee River & Downtown Milwaukee. Click here for more tour dates!
For more information about tickets please contact:
Beth @ Milwaukee Kayak Company
(414) 301-2240
info@milwaukeekayak.com
Cost: HALF of each ticket will be donated back to the Milwaukee County Historical Society!
$45 Single Kayak Rental
$85 Tandem Kayak Rental
$75 Family Kayak Rental
MKE History Trivia Night @ Von Trier
*Wednesday, September 24th, 2025 | Doors Open 6:00pm, Trivia Starts 7:00pm
Von Trier | 2235 N Farwell Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53202
Join us for another round of Milwaukee History Trivia, this month we are headed to Von Trier! Prost! Grab some delicious German food and a pint while you play. Von Trier is located on the corner of North and Farwell on Milwaukee’s East Side.
Doors open at 6:00pm – grab a spot, trivia begins at 7:00pm.
Trivia is FREE to play – bring your friends or join a team!
Echoes of Hope: Concord Chamber Orchestra at the MCHS
Thursday, September 25th, 2025 | Doors Open 5:30pm, Performance 6:00pm-7:00pm
MCHS| 910 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Milwaukee, WI 53203
Join us for an evening of powerful music and reflection as the Concord Chamber Orchestra performs in conjunction with the “Strings of Survival: Violins of Hope” exhibit, which features restored instruments that once belonged to Jewish musicians before and during the Holocaust.
This special hour-long performance will include a talkback with the musicians, offering insight into the music, the instruments, and the stories they carry. Experience how music can preserve memory, inspire resilience, and connect us across time.
Program provided by Violins of Hope – Wisconsin, presented by Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra and the Milwaukee County Historical Society.
Doors Open @ 5:30pm, Performance from 6:00pm-7:00pm.
Guests encouraged to explore the “Strings of Survival: Violins of Hope” exhibit after the performance. Cash/credit bar available.
Tickets: $15 General Admission
