Welcome to History Hub
Welcome to the Wauwatosa Historical Society’s History Hub – where you’re invited to explore articles from Historic Wauwatosa, the Wauwatosa Historical Society’s beloved newsletter, highlights from Wauwatosa communities, and stories that shaped our community.
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Lowell Damon House, Wauwatosa’s Oldest Residence, Is Sold
Built in 1844, Wauwatosa’s oldest residence, the Lowell Damon House, has left public hands after decades as a museum. New owners will preserve it under a permanent easement.
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Waterworks, fire department founded after 1895 fire
The historic fire of 1895 in Wauwatosa’s Village was the catalyst for the creation of the waterworks and the fire department.
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Postcards of Wauwatosa
Explore the history of American postcards from the Golden Age to modern photochromes through Len Borkowski’s collection at the Wauwatosa Historical Society.
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Broken Barrier
Twice, arsonists burned Zeddie Hyler’s house frame. So he and eight armed men spent a night in his basement, ready to defend his right to be Wauwatosa’s first Black homeowner. He lived there 49 years.
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Back to the Highlands
Published in 2015, this article provides background on the homes in the Washington Highlands that were part of that year’s tour of homes.
