Zeddie Hyler at his Wauwatosa Home. Photograph courtesy of the Milwaukee Journal. Zeddie Quitman Hyler earned his bachelor’s degree, left the unrelenting sun of the south, and headed north as part of the Great Migration. Six million African Americans were part of this historic movement. Determined not to view the color of his skin as […]
Join us for a guided house tour of the historic Kneeland Walker House in picturesque Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Step into the elegance of the Victorian era as one of our volunteer expert docents leads you through this architectural gem, unveiling its hidden treasures and captivating stories. You can meet your Guide on the front porch at […]
Join us for a guided house tour of the historic Kneeland Walker House in picturesque Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Step into the elegance of the Victorian era as one of our volunteer expert docents leads you through this architectural gem, unveiling its hidden treasures and captivating stories. You can meet your Guide on the front porch at […]
Please join us for a Garden Party to benefit the Gardens at the Kneeland-Walker House! Our beautiful gardens are cared for every day by a group of Master Gardeners, who volunteer their time all year long. The annual Garden Party helps to raise funds to purchase plants, gardening materials and supplies to maintain this community […]
The Wauwatosa Historical Society Ice Cream Social is back! Come enjoy an afternoon of lawn games, face painting, live music, and $5 ice cream sundaes! All proceeds benefit the Wauwatosa Historical Society.
Featuring the Lefeber Collection Please join us for this year’s annual Firefly Art Fair Exhibit, A Visual Journey Through Time, featuring the Lefeber Glass Plate Collection, available for a limited time only. Explore an assortment of cameras that played a significant role throughout the 20th Century, celebrating the evolution of photography and its lasting […]
The Society is excited to celebrate the Firefly Art Fair’s 37th year! Join us for the 37th Firefly Art Fair located on the beautiful grounds of the Kneeland-Walker house. In addition to the fine artwork on display from 65 artists, guests will enjoy food/beverage from Cuppa Tosa, Jojo’s Martini Lounge, and Nothing Bundt Cakes. Stay […]
The Society is excited to celebrate the Firefly Art Fair’s 37th year! Join us for the 37th Firefly Art Fair located on the beautiful grounds of the Kneeland-Walker house. In addition to the fine artwork on display from 65 artists, guests will enjoy food/beverage from Cuppa Tosa, Jojo’s Martini Lounge, and Nothing Bundt Cakes. Stay […]
Evening House Tours are available on the 2nd Tuesday of every month. Join us for a guided house tour of the historic Kneeland Walker House in picturesque Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Step into the elegance of the Victorian era as one of our volunteer expert docents leads you through this architectural gem, unveiling its hidden treasures and […]
Evening House Tours are available on the 2nd Tuesday of every month. Join us for a guided house tour of the historic Kneeland Walker House in picturesque Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Step into the elegance of the Victorian era as one of our volunteer expert docents leads you through this architectural gem, unveiling its hidden treasures and […]
Interested in donating items for the Wauwatosa Antique & Vintage Yard Sale? We have two donation days where we are taking items from the categories listed below. Donation categories: We cannot accept glassware, dishes, electronics, large appliances, large furniture, stuffed animals, CDs, and anything that is broken or non-functional/ not working. Donation receipts are available. […]
Join us for our vintage and antique yard sale for the Wauwatosa Historical Society. This two-day event is held on the Kneeland Walker House grounds, and is on the following dates and times: Friday, August 25, 9am-4pm Saturday, August 26, 9am-12pm Browse items in the following categories: Clothing Jewelry & Artwork Vinyl Records Antiques & […]
Join us for our vintage and antique yard sale for the Wauwatosa Historical Society. This two-day event is held on the Kneeland Walker House grounds, and is on the following dates and times: Friday, August 25, 9am-4pm Saturday, August 26, 9am-12pm Browse items in the following categories: Clothing Jewelry & Artwork Vinyl Records Antiques & […]
Raise a stein for a great cause at the 2nd Prosit Stein-Holding Competition to benefit the Wauwatosa Historical Society, this year held at TosaFest Oktoberfest! The man and woman who hold their full stein the longest will be the 2023 TosaFest Stein-Holding Champions! Win a Draft & Vessel steel insulated stein and other prizes. All […]
Evening House Tours are available on the 2nd Tuesday of every month. Join us for a guided house tour of the historic Kneeland Walker House in picturesque Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Step into the elegance of the Victorian era as one of our volunteer expert docents leads you through this architectural gem, unveiling its hidden treasures and […]
NEW Location: Wauwatosa Woman’s Club, 1626 N Wauwatosa Ave Jonathan Piel helps champion the preservation of the County Grounds Park by connecting people with its rich past as a historic place of healing for Milwaukee County’s mentally ill. Jonathan addresses a very sensitive topic in accessible ways for people of all ages using first-hand accounts […]
Join us for a guided house tour of the historic Kneeland Walker House in picturesque Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Step into the elegance of the Victorian era as one of our volunteer expert docents leads you through this architectural gem, unveiling its hidden treasures and captivating stories. You can meet your Guide on the front porch at […]
Join us for a guided house tour of the historic Kneeland Walker House in picturesque Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Step into the elegance of the Victorian era as one of our volunteer expert docents leads you through this architectural gem, unveiling its hidden treasures and captivating stories. You can meet your Guide on the front porch at […]
Are you new to Wauwatosa? Have you lived here your entire life? Are you somewhere in between? Have you wondered about the names you have seen on street signs, parks, and buildings? You are invited to learn a bit of Wauwatosa history when you visit the historic Wauwatosa Cemetery and see the final resting places […]
Join us for a guided house tour of the historic Kneeland Walker House in picturesque Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Step into the elegance of the Victorian era as one of our volunteer expert docents leads you through this architectural gem, unveiling its hidden treasures and captivating stories. You can meet your Guide on the front porch at […]