History & Landmarks
A look at the people, places and events that made Milwaukee what it is today.
Ghosts of Breweries Past - Schlitz
A look at Milwaukee's most famous industry through the hidden reminders that still exist on our city streets.
A look at Milwaukee's most famous industry through the hidden reminders that still exist on our city streets.
The Attempted Assassination of Theodore Roosevelt
An account of the Roosevelt assassination attempt in Milwaukee in 1912.
An account of the Roosevelt assassination attempt in Milwaukee in 1912.
Milwaukee Historical Timeline
A Milwaukee Historical Society timeline of the city's history from the 1840's to today.
A Milwaukee Historical Society timeline of the city's history from the 1840's to today.
Milwaukee County Historical Timeline
A timeline of Milwaukee County.
A timeline of Milwaukee County.
John Gurda
A link to the Web site of John Gurda, a prominent Milwaukee writer and historian.
A link to the Web site of John Gurda, a prominent Milwaukee writer and historian.
Journal Sentinel Historic Photo Database
A link to the Journal Sentinel archive of historic photos available for purchase.
A link to the Journal Sentinel archive of historic photos available for purchase.
Frank P. Zeidler Humanities Room at the Central Library
A great resource for genealogical and family research located at Milwaukee's Central library. While this link gives you an idea of what you can find, a trip to the library is going to be necessary to retrieve the records.
A great resource for genealogical and family research located at Milwaukee's Central library. While this link gives you an idea of what you can find, a trip to the library is going to be necessary to retrieve the records.