R.I.P. John Barleycorn, Hello Prohibition
The city’s final toast to the alter ego of all things alcoholic was a day to remember.
A New Exhibition Explores Milwaukee’s Immigration History
The Milwaukee County Historical Society is showcasing how immigration shaped the city, in conjunction with the United States’ 250th anniversary.
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.
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.
John Gurda’s Historic Milwaukee: Baseball and Boxcars in Mitchell Park
For much of the 20th century, Mitchell Park was a key venue for Milwaukee’s amateur baseball leagues.