Milwaukee’s Federal Building Is a Feat of Granite
The building, now over a century old, is a city landmark.
A Portrait of Victorian Milwaukee Royalty: The Plankintons
From their mansion, they could see the slaughterhouses that fed the city – and their wealth.
Milwaukee’s A.O. Smith Made a Name for Itself With Bomb Casings
During World War II, the local manufacturer produced nearly 80% of the Allied supply of bomb casings.
A Walk Down Milwaukee’s Historic Walnut Street
A look into this historic neighborhood.
Before The Rave, We Had George Devine’s Million Dollar Ballroom
The history of The Rave in Milwaukee is a long one – and it dates all the way back to the 1920s.
How Frozen Rivers Played a Critical Role in the Evolution of Milwaukee’s Economy
A winter harvest from the Milwaukee river.
The Rise and Fade of Milwaukee’s Corner Taverns
Schauss’s saloon was one of nearly 1,700 taverns crowding the city in the late 19th century.
The Feud Behind Milwaukee’s First Courthouse
Built 10 years before the city was officially incorporated, the courthouse was a win for the settlement of Juneautown.
John Gurda’s Historic Milwaukee: When the Green Bay Packers Faced the Milwaukee Badgers
In 1926, the future NFL powerhouse took on a scrappy team of leatherheads.
John Gurda’s Historic Milwaukee: A Look Back at Our Hometown Cruise Ship
In the mid-20th century, the Milwaukee Clipper sailed between Wisconsin and Michigan.