Few men can provide an in-depth historical analysis as eloquently and insightfully as John Gurda. In his most recent monthly column in the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel, Gurda delves deep into local Native American history to provide much-needed, but often ignored, context to the current Menominee casino controversy. It is well worth a read if you find … Continue reading
Follow OnMilwaukee.com’s Bobby Tanzilo as he explores all facets of Milwaukee history, from covering large swaths of important neighborhoods, right down to the inconspicuous street corner. It’s a great look into the historical process! Check it out here. Continue reading
Bobby Tanzilo explores the depths and heights of the Wisconsin Telephone Company building in the most recent entry in his long running “Urban Spelunking” series. It’s definitely worth a read. Check it out here. Continue reading
This time on Urban Spelunking, OnMilwaukee.com’s Bobby Tanzilo visits one of the city’s most impressive historic buildings, the U.S. Federal Courthouse. Check out the article right here! Continue reading
At one point in the its long and noble history, a statue sat atop the entrance of the Germania building. The statue, which took the shape of a goddess-like woman, celebrated Milwaukee’s dominant ethnic heritage. However, when America entered into the fray of World War I and anti-German resentment reached a fever pitch, that statue … Continue reading
OnMilwaukee’s Bobby Tanzilo explores the remnants of Milwaukee Electric Railway & Light Company’s long history in the city in an article published yesterday morning. It’s definitely worth a read. Check it out! Continue reading
Tonight, after a 45-year absence, the Beatles will return to the City of Milwaukee for a sold out show at Miller Park. Well – in a way. Sir Paul McCartney, one of the two surviving Beatles, will make his triumphant reappearance when he takes the stage at around 8 p.m. Did you miss out on … Continue reading
The digital revolution is upon us! In a continuing effort to reach out to history lovers all over the county and the nation, the Milwaukee County Historical Society has set up its very own Historypin account! Historypin is a user-generated archive of historical photos, video and audio. Account-holders can upload their photo collections to the … Continue reading
Bobby Tanzilo is back with another installment of Urban Spelunking, an ongoing OnMilwaukee series that boldly dives to the depths of Milwaukee’s past to salvage long-forgotten historical treasures. This installment explores the shores Lake Emily, a retention pond that once sat where the Northwestern Mutual building now stands. Check out the blog entry right here. Continue reading
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