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Milwaukee Road Beginnings: The 1st Train to Wauwatosa
2025-11-08 14:00:00 2025-11-08 16:00:00 America/Chicago Milwaukee Road Beginnings: The 1st Train to Wauwatosa Let's Explore Some History of the Milwaukee Road Railroad. Central Library - Rotary Club of Milwaukee Community Room

Saturday, November 08
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-11-08 14:00:00 2025-11-08 16:00:00 America/Chicago Milwaukee Road Beginnings: The 1st Train to Wauwatosa Let's Explore Some History of the Milwaukee Road Railroad. Central Library - Rotary Club of Milwaukee Community Room

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Rotary Club of Milwaukee Community Room

Let's Explore Some History of the Milwaukee Road Railroad.

Step aboard a historical journey as we commemorate the 175th anniversary of Wisconsin’s inaugural rail journey from Milwaukee to Wauwatosa—a pivotal moment that ignited the Milwaukee Road’s remarkable legacy.

Join Greg Comly, the Milwaukee Road librarian/archivist at the Central Library, on an enlightening exploration of this transformative event. Experience an exclusive showcase of rare records, maps, and photographs from the Milwaukee Public Library’s Milwaukee Road Archives. This is a unique opportunity to delve into the treasures of our past and learn about the journey that laid the foundation for modern rail travel.

Don’t miss this chance to connect with history and gain a deeper appreciation for the legacy of railroads in Wisconsin.

All Aboard!

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Collections & Rare Books | History & Genealogy | Cultural Heritage |

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