Milwaukee County Historical Society Email Format
Museums, Historical Sites, and ZoosWisconsin, United States11-50 Employees
The Milwaukee County Historical Society is a regional organization focused on collecting, preserving, and making available materials related to the history of Milwaukee County. Based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, it operates within the museums, historical sites, and zoos sector and engages in activities that foster a broader understanding of local heritage and contemporary issues affecting the community. The organization serves researchers, educators, students, and residents interested in Milwaukee’s past, offering programs and resources that illuminate regional history and its present-day relevance. Founded in 1935, the society works to recognize and preserve local history and to promote appreciation of the area’s heritage.