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Historical Essay

Martin Luther King and Wisconsin

The Civil Right's Leader Shows his Support
Discover the connection Civil Rights leader Martin Luther King had with the 1960s protests in Milwaukee.
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Civil Rights Movement in Wisconsin

Brief history of the Civil Rights Movement in Wisconsin.
Historical Essay

Black Thursday (November 21, 1968)

Brief history of Black Thursday (November 21, 1968).
Historical Essay

Desegregation and Civil Rights in Wisconsin

Housing and Racism
Discover the history of the struggle for Civil Rights in Wisconsin
Historical Essay

36th Wisconsin Infantry History

Wisconsin Civil War Regiment
Read about the 36th Wisconsin Infantry, which served in the Civil War 1864-1865 and lost 342 men during service.
Historical Essay

Artisans Day Ribbon

Wisconsin Historical Museum Object – Feature Story
Artisans Day Ribbon possibly worn during parade in Milwaukee, September 3, 1888. (Museum object #H12653)
Historical Essay

Wonder Spot "Book" Sign

Wisconsin Historical Museum Object – Feature Story
Wonder Spot "Book" sign that greeted thousands of visitors to the beloved Wonder Spot attraction in the Wisconsin Dells area, c. 1990. (Museum Object #2007
Historical Essay

Labor Day in Wisconsin

Beyond Beer and Brats
Explore the history of Labor Day celebrations in Wisconsin.
Historical Essay

Black History in Wisconsin

Read about Black history in Wisconsin. There are many links to original documents, pictures, eyewitness accounts, and other primary sources.
Historical Essay

Women's History in Wisconsin

Provides a comprehensive summary of women's history in Wisconsin and contains primary sources from the 16th century to the early 21st century.
Historical Essay

Lake Superior Chippewa Bands (Ojibwe)

A Brief Introduction to Ojibwe Bands of Lake Superior Chippewa
Read about the six bands of Wisconsin Lake Superior Chippewa. Learn more on each band's website about their history, culture, and more.

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