Raise a stein for a great cause at the 3rd Prosit Stein-Holding Competition to benefit the Wauwatosa Historical Society! The man and woman who hold their full stein the longest […]
Raise a stein for a great cause at the 3rd Prosit Stein-Holding Competition to benefit the Wauwatosa Historical Society! The man and woman who hold their full stein the longest […]
2024 Speaker Series Does Wauwatosa’s rich architecture interest you? Explore the historical perspective of house styles in Wauwatosa from 1840 to 1970 with Julie Peay, a research volunteer with the […]
Don’t miss the 35th Tour of Homes. This beloved event is returning for the first time since 2018 and will feature seven historic homes in Wauwatosa’s Olde Hillcrest neighborhood. Homeowners […]
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Wauwatosa Cemetery invites you to experience local Wauwatosa history by visiting the final resting places of the founders of the city. […]
Join us for our Annual Member Meeting on November 12, 2024 at the Grand Hall at Hoyt Park! The member meeting will include a president’s report, financial report, and membership […]
Kickstart the holiday season with a festive stroll through the beautifully decorated Victorian Kneeland Walker House. Immerse yourself in the enchanting spirit of the season while exploring two floors of […]
Join Us for a Special Event: Celebrating 175 Years of Wisconsin Rail History! Step aboard a historical journey as we commemorate the 175th anniversary of Wisconsin’s inaugural rail journey from […]
Join us as we celebrate Women’s History Month! “Gilbert Girls: Three Generations of Remarkable Wauwatosa Women” is the story of Nancy Green Gilbert, Mary Fisher Gilbert, and Kate Evelyn Gilbert […]
Step into the elegance of the Victorian era as our docents lead you through this architectural gem, unveiling its hidden treasures and captivating stories on a guided house tour. All […]
Step into the elegance of the Victorian era as our docents lead you through this architectural gem, unveiling its hidden treasures and captivating stories on a guided house tour. All […]
Step into the elegance of the Victorian era as our docents lead you through this architectural gem, unveiling its hidden treasures and captivating stories on a guided house tour. All […]
Join us as we welcome John Eastberg for his presentation on the history of the Pabst Wauwatosa Stock Farm. Beginning in the early 1870s, Milwaukee beer baron Captain Frederick Pabst […]
You’re invited to join us for an informative journey through Wauwatosa’s history at the beautiful Wauwatosa Cemetery! Take a stroll with us to discover the final resting places of the […]
You’re invited to join us for an informative journey through Wauwatosa’s history at the beautiful Wauwatosa Cemetery! Take a stroll with us to discover the final resting places of the […]
You’re invited to join us for an informative journey through Wauwatosa’s history at the beautiful Wauwatosa Cemetery! Take a stroll with us to discover the final resting places of the […]
You’re invited to join us for an informative journey through Wauwatosa’s history at the beautiful Wauwatosa Cemetery! Take a stroll with us to discover the final resting places of the […]
We’re putting a fun twist on Wisconsin’s beloved beer garden tradition with Brews & Blooms! Come grab a craft beer, enjoy live music, and play yard games while catching up […]
We’re putting a fun twist on Wisconsin’s beloved beer garden tradition with Brews & Blooms! Come grab a craft beer, enjoy live music, and play yard games while catching up […]
We’re putting a fun twist on Wisconsin’s beloved beer garden tradition with Brews & Blooms! Come grab a craft beer, enjoy live music, and play yard games while catching up […]
We’re putting a fun twist on Wisconsin’s beloved beer garden tradition with Brews & Blooms! Come grab a craft beer, enjoy live music, and play yard games while catching up […]
We’re putting a fun twist on Wisconsin’s beloved beer garden tradition with Brews & Blooms! Come grab a craft beer, enjoy live music, and play yard games while catching up […]
The Wauwatosa Historical Society cordially invites you to attend the kickoff of our latest initiative “A Walk Through Time – Discovering Wauwatosa’s Heritage” and the unveiling of our first exhibit […]
You’re invited to join us for an informative journey through Wauwatosa’s history at the beautiful Wauwatosa Cemetery! Take a stroll with us to discover the final resting places of the […]
You’re invited to join us for an informative journey through Wauwatosa’s history at the beautiful Wauwatosa Cemetery! Take a stroll with us to discover the final resting places of the […]
The Society is excited to celebrate the Firefly Art Fair’s 39th year! Join us for the 39th Firefly Art Fair, located on the beautiful grounds of the Wauwatosa Historical Society. […]
Step Back in Time: Wauwatosa’s Military Heritage Through the Centuries Discover the remarkable story of courage that spans nearly 250 years. From the Revolutionary War to modern conflicts, Wauwatosa residents […]
The Society is excited to celebrate the Firefly Art Fair’s 39th year! Join us for the 39th Firefly Art Fair, located on the beautiful grounds of the Wauwatosa Historical Society. […]
Join us for Firefly in Bloom, an exclusive floral design event featuring fresh flowers and expert guidance from Aromatic Acres. Participants will discover the beauty of working with vibrant blooms and […]
Step Back in Time: Wauwatosa’s Military Heritage Through the Centuries Discover the remarkable story of courage that spans nearly 250 years. From the Revolutionary War to modern conflicts, Wauwatosa residents […]
Come experience this pop-up theater event in the unique setting of historic Kneeland-Walker House grounds! The City of Benedict della Crosse, written and directed by Gaetano Maragelli, tells the story […]
Come experience this pop-up theater event of workshop performances in the unique setting of historic Kneeland-Walker House grounds! The City of Benedict della Crosse, written and directed by Gaetano Maragelli, […]
You’re invited to join us for an informative journey through Wauwatosa’s history at the beautiful Wauwatosa Cemetery! Take a stroll with us to discover the final resting places of the […]
We’re putting a fun twist on Wisconsin’s beloved beer garden tradition with Brews & Blooms! Come grab a craft beer, enjoy live music, and play yard games while catching up […]
We’re putting a fun twist on Wisconsin’s beloved beer garden tradition with Brews & Blooms! Come grab a craft beer, enjoy live music, and play yard games while catching up […]
We’re putting a fun twist on Wisconsin’s beloved beer garden tradition with Brews & Blooms! Come grab a craft beer, enjoy live music, and play yard games while catching up […]
We’re putting a fun twist on Wisconsin’s beloved beer garden tradition with Brews & Blooms! Come grab a craft beer, enjoy live music, and play yard games while catching up […]
You’re invited to join us for an informative journey through Wauwatosa’s history at the beautiful Wauwatosa Cemetery! Take a stroll with us to discover the final resting places of the […]
Join us as we welcome Jim Draeger for his presentation on Sears and Roebuck Houses in Wisconsin! Jim Draeger discusses the emergence of the houses-by-mail phenomenon in an illustrated lecture. […]
You’re invited to join us for an informative journey through Wauwatosa’s history at the beautiful Wauwatosa Cemetery! Take a stroll with us to discover the final resting places of the […]
You’re invited to join us for an informative journey through Wauwatosa’s history at the beautiful Wauwatosa Cemetery! Take a stroll with us to discover the final resting places of the […]
Explore five remarkable properties that showcase different eras and architectural styles in Wauwatosa’s history. Each location offers unique insights into the varied purposes these historic buildings have served throughout our […]
Join us as we welcome Ben Tyjeski for his presentation on Arts and Crafts Tiles in Wauwatosa! Handmade, colorful tiles from the 1920s/30s decorate many buildings in Tosa. If you’ve […]
Join for our Annual Meeting and a special Speaker Series presentation by Joe Kresl, owner of Hawks Landscape! Join us for the Wauwatosa Historical Society’s Annual Meeting, where we will […]
Join us at the Little Red Store for a casual open-house celebration marking the 175th anniversary of the first Milwaukee Road train arriving in Wauwatosa on November 20, 1850. Explore […]
You’ve been asking, we’ve got them ready for you! It’s time for Holiday Mini Photo Sessions at the Wauwatosa Historical Society. Your mini session with Ampersand Photography will allow time for portraits […]
Have you helped the Wauwatosa Historical Society as a volunteer this year? This event is for you! We invite you to a cozy evening of gratitude and celebration at the […]
You’ve been asking, we’ve got them ready for you! It’s time for Holiday Mini Photo Sessions at the Wauwatosa Historical Society. Your mini session with Ampersand Photography will allow time for portraits […]
You’ve been asking, we’ve got them ready for you! It’s time for Holiday Mini Photo Sessions at the Wauwatosa Historical Society. Your mini session with Ampersand Photography will allow time for portraits […]
Kickstart the holiday season with a festive stroll through the beautifully decorated Victorian Kneeland Walker House. Immerse yourself in the enchanting spirit of the season while exploring two floors of […]
Kickstart the holiday season with a festive stroll through the beautifully decorated Victorian Kneeland Walker House. Immerse yourself in the enchanting spirit of the season while exploring two floors of […]
Step back in time to the elegance of the Victorian era with a guided tour of the Kneeland-Walker House, a stunning Queen Anne masterpiece built in 1890 and nestled in […]
Step back in time to the elegance of the Victorian era with a guided tour of the Kneeland-Walker House, a stunning Queen Anne masterpiece built in 1890 and nestled in […]
Step back in time to the elegance of the Victorian era with a guided tour of the Kneeland-Walker House, a stunning Queen Anne masterpiece built in 1890 and nestled in […]
Discover what life was like in Wauwatosa during the pivotal post-World War II year of 1947. From record-breaking snowfall and veteran housing developments in Hoyt Park to heated zoning debates, […]
Step back in time to the elegance of the Victorian era. Join a guided tour of the Kneeland-Walker House, a stunning Queen Anne masterpiece built in 1890 in picturesque Wauwatosa, […]
Step back in time to the elegance of the Victorian era. Join a guided tour of the Kneeland-Walker House, a stunning Queen Anne masterpiece built in 1890 in picturesque Wauwatosa, […]
Step back in time to the elegance of the Victorian era. Join a guided tour of the Kneeland-Walker House, a stunning Queen Anne masterpiece built in 1890 in picturesque Wauwatosa, […]
Step back in time to the elegance of the Victorian era. Join a guided tour of the Kneeland-Walker House, a stunning Queen Anne masterpiece built in 1890 in picturesque Wauwatosa, […]
Step back in time to the elegance of the Victorian era. Join a guided tour of the Kneeland-Walker House, a stunning Queen Anne masterpiece built in 1890 in picturesque Wauwatosa, […]
