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SUMMARY:Book Talk with Joshua Shores
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we welcome author and veteran Joshua Shores as he discusses his latest work\, “Counting On Death: A Marine Infantryman’s Journey from the Frontlines of Combat to the Fight for Peace.” This work looks at the brutal realities of his two deployments (Iraq and Afghanistan) and his quest for redemption and self-discovery upon returning home. \nRegister here for access. \n 
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/book-talk-with-joshua-shores/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260327T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260327T203000
DTSTAMP:20260216T145948Z
CREATED:20260216T145917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T145948Z
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SUMMARY:Movie Discussion Night – Rough Riders (1997)
DESCRIPTION:Grab some popcorn and a seat in your favorite chair and join us for a virtual discussion of the selected movie with the Wisconsin Veterans Museum staff. \nYour mission is to watch the movie\, which is available from most libraries or on streaming services (we will not be watching the movie the night of the program). On March 27\,  we’ll all meet via Zoom for a discussion led by museum staff. \nThis event is free and open to the public. You must register in advance here. \nAge Appropriate: This film may not be suitable for all ages as it depicts battle sequences\, mild language\, and alcohol and tobacco depictions.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/movie-discussion-night-rough-riders-1997/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T150000
DTSTAMP:20260216T150723Z
CREATED:20260216T150441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T150723Z
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SUMMARY:WVM Movie Tours: Behind the Lens of Rough Riders (1997)
DESCRIPTION:Do you like historical films? Are you curious about how accurately Hollywood portrays historical events? Join the Wisconsin Veterans Museum as we delve into these topics through in-person tours that focus on a specific film and period of history (with a Wisconsin angle\, of course). These tours are free to the public\, but registration is required. Register here. \nAge Appropriate: These tours are appropriate for all ages
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/wvm-movie-tours-behind-the-lens-of-rough-riders-1997/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T200000
DTSTAMP:20260216T151146Z
CREATED:20260216T151146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T151146Z
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SUMMARY:Mess Night at the Museum
DESCRIPTION:Mess Night with Patti Robinson \nPlease join us for our quarterly Mess Night dinner series with guest speaker Patti Robinson\, who will be discussing her research into her father’s service as a Marine in the Pacific during WWII. She has not only explored her father’s service but has also retraced his steps and stood on the battlefields he fought on during the war. This story of redemption and reckoning is one you won’t want to miss. \nPlease register in advance here: \n$50 MEMBERS | $58 NON-MEMBERS  \nEvent sponsored by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation through the generous support of our 2025 Mess Night Series Sponsor Generac Power Systems.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/mess-night-at-the-museum-4/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T153000
DTSTAMP:20260309T174526Z
CREATED:20260216T144040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T174526Z
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SUMMARY:Whiskey\, Tango\, Foxtrot:  Stories Before\, Between and Beyond the Combat Zone
DESCRIPTION:Shared by veterans of six decades of American military conflict and peacetime service\, Whiskey\, Tango\, Foxtrot is an afternoon of stories that center on the kinds of surprising\, touching\, and absurdly funny moments that happen in the spaces before\, between and beyond the combat zone and the complicated and triumphant journeys back from war to healing and civilian life. Come join Feast of Crispian for an afternoon of one-of-a-kind stories told by several generations of American Service Veterans – a kind of community campfire story circle\, with a little taste of Shakespeare thrown in for good measure. Meet in the Ed Center at the museum.  \nThis event is free but registration is required. Register here.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/whiskey-tango-foxtrot-stories-before-between-and-beyond-the-combat-zone/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T191655Z
CREATED:20260216T160626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T191655Z
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SUMMARY:Book Club Tour - Savage Little Wars of Peace by Max Boot
DESCRIPTION:Join the staff in the museum galleries for our new book club. This month’s selection is  Savage Little Wars of Peace by Max Boot. This monthly book club meets in the galleries to discuss a selected work with a military history focus. At each meeting you will traverse the galleries with a staff member as your guide who will explain the context of the readings and show you how “Wisconsin Was There.”\nThis event is free and open to the public. \nPlease register in advance here.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/book-club-tour-savage-little-wars-of-peace-by-max-boot/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T203000
DTSTAMP:20260518T200200Z
CREATED:20260216T162743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T200200Z
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SUMMARY:Movie Discussion Night – Heneral Luna (2015)
DESCRIPTION:Grab some popcorn and a seat in your favorite chair and join us for a virtual discussion of the selected movie with the Wisconsin Veterans Museum staff. \nYour mission is to watch the movie\, which is available from most libraries or on streaming services (we will not be watching the movie the night of the program). On May 29\,  we’ll all meet via Zoom for a discussion led by museum staff. \nThis event is free and open to the public. You must register in advance here.\n**ATTENTION: please use the following password to register for the event: Privat3\nDue to an influx of spam registrations\, we have had to lock down the event with a password. \nAge Appropriate: This film may not be suitable for all ages as it depicts battle sequences\, mild language\, and alcohol and tobacco depictions. NOTE: This film has Spanish subtitles.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/movie-discussion-night-heneral-luna/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T150000
DTSTAMP:20260518T200312Z
CREATED:20260216T163207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T200312Z
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SUMMARY:WVM Movie Tours - Behind the Lens: Heneral Luna (2015)
DESCRIPTION:Do you like historical films? Are you curious about how accurately Hollywood portrays historical events? Join the Wisconsin Veterans Museum as we delve into these topics through in-person tours that focus on “Heneral Luna” and period of history (with a Wisconsin angle\, of course). These tours are free to the public\, but registration is required. \nPlease register here.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/wvm-movie-tours-behind-the-lens-heneral-luna-2015/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T161655Z
CREATED:20260216T163612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T161655Z
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SUMMARY:Mess Night at the Museum
DESCRIPTION:Mess Night with Robert ‘Bob’ Smith \nPlease join us for our quarterly Mess Night dinner series featuring Robert “Bob” Smith as he explores the vital role of the U.S. Navy Seabees in supporting scientific discovery in Antarctica through Operation Deep Freeze. Discover how Naval Construction Battalion Unit 201 overcame extreme weather and logistical challenges to build and sustain critical infrastructure at the South Pole\, advancing research and global knowledge. \nPlease register in advance here \n$50 MEMBERS | $58 NON-MEMBERS  \nEvent sponsored by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation through the generous support of our 2026 Mess Night Series Sponsor Generac Power Systems.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/mess-night-at-the-museum-june26/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260622T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260622T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T200654Z
CREATED:20260428T193541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T200654Z
UID:10000542-1782153000-1782158400@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Smithsonian Lecture in Waupaca - The National Native American Veterans Memorial: Honoring the Military Service of Native Americans
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a lecture: The National Native American Veterans Memorial: Honoring the Military Service of Native Americans with Rachelle B. Pablo (Diné)\, Museum Specialist with the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian. She will discuss the making of the National Native American Veterans Memorial that opened on November 11\, 2020\, in Washington D.C. and the enduring legacy of Indigenous military service. \nThis tribute to Native heroes at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian recognizes for the first time on a national scale the distinguished service of Native Americans in every branch of the US military. Simple and powerful\, timeless and inclusive\, the memorial creates an interactive yet intimate space for gathering\, remembrance\, reflection\, and healing. It welcomes and honors Native American veterans and their families\, and educates the public about their extraordinary contributions. \nThe lecture at Waupaca High School was developed as a companion to the Making History\, Making Change Lecture Series\, organized by Smithsonian Affiliations. This lecture is free and open to the public. \n 
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/special-lecture-in-waupaca-the-national-native-american-veterans-memorial-honoring-the-military-service-of-native-americans/
LOCATION:Waupaca High School\, 2325 King Road\, Waupaca\, 54981\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T203000
DTSTAMP:20260527T210821Z
CREATED:20260428T194646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T210821Z
UID:10000543-1782241200-1782246600@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Smithsonian Lecture in Madison - The National Native American Veterans Memorial: Honoring the Military Service of Native Americans
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, a Smithsonian Affiliate\, is pleased to present a special lecture: The National Native American Veterans Memorial: Honoring the Military Service of Native Americans by Rachelle B. Pablo (Diné)\, Museum Specialist with the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian. She will discuss the making of the National Native American Veterans Memorial that opened on November 11\, 2020\, in Washington D.C. and the enduring legacy of Indigenous military service. \nPlease register in advance HERE.  \nThis tribute to Native heroes at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian recognizes for the first time on a national scale the distinguished service of Native Americans in every branch of the US military. Simple and powerful\, timeless and inclusive\, the memorial creates an interactive yet intimate space for gathering\, remembrance\, reflection\, and healing. It welcomes and honors Native American veterans and their families\, and educates the public about their extraordinary contributions. \nThis lecture at the Fluno Center – Howard Auditorium on the UW-Madison Campus is free and part of the Making History\, Making Change Lecture Series. It is organized by Smithsonian Affiliations as part of the Smithsonian’s Our Shared Future: 250. It is supported in part by the Dreier Family\, Johanna and Ken Kim Family\, Vaishali Shah Chadha and Family\, and Michael Vu & Meridel Bulle-Vu.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/special-lecture-in-madison-the-national-native-american-veterans-memorial-honoring-the-military-service-of-native-americans/
LOCATION:Fluno Center — Howard Auditorium\, 601 University Ave\, Madison\, WI\, 53715\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260528T201039Z
CREATED:20260528T190401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T201039Z
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SUMMARY:Tabletop Gaming at WVM
DESCRIPTION:Try historical military tabletop games and learn about the history behind the game play. \n\n\n\n\nWe will be playing “Wunderwaffen” a multi-player strategy game set at the end of World War II with the Allies racing toward Berlin\, while Germany tries to resist and develop new “wonder weapons.” \nWe will have at least two tables of four people each\, but can expand based on the number of reservations. Suitable for ages 12+. \nPlease register here to reserve a spot. Space is limited.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/tabletop-gaming-at-wvm/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T170000
DTSTAMP:20260622T161112Z
CREATED:20260622T155253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T161112Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrating AMERICA250: Independence Day on the Capitol Square
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, July 4\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM (Full Schedule Below)\nLocation: Wisconsin State Capitol & the Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, Madison\, WI\nCost: Free and open to the public \nEvent Overview:\nJoin fellow Wisconsinites on the historic grounds of the State Capitol for a once-in-a-generation Independence Day celebration! As part of the nationwide AMERICA250 Semiquincentennial initiative\, the Wisconsin America250 Commission and the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) are proud to co-sponsor a majestic day of music and community pride. \nBrought to you in partnership with the Capitol City Band Association\, this milestone event brings history to life right in the heart of Madison. Come honor the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding with music and inspiring stories of your family\, friends\, and neighbors who served. \nSchedule of Events:\nPatriotic Concert – Tribute to the Troops: Then and Now\n10:30 AM – 12:00 PM\n \n\nLocation: Wisconsin State Capitol Grounds (King Street Walkway)\nThe Music: Enjoy a musical performance by the Capitol City Band\, led by conductors Dave Pedracine and Zach Masa-Myers\, that will fill the Square with a powerful selection of patriotic standards\, stirring Sousa marches\, and timeless American compositions.\nThe Salute: At the heart of the concert is a deeply moving musical and narrative salute to America’s armed forces – “Tribute to the Troops: Then and Now.”\nThe Colors: Bear witness to a proud military tradition featuring a formal presentation of the colors by the VFW Post 7591 Black Knights Color Guard and Auxiliary.\n\nSpecial Gallery Tours\n1:30 PM & 3:30 PM or self-guided (doors open at 10:00 AM) \n\nLocation: Wisconsin Veterans Museum (30 W. Mifflin St.\, where State Street and the Square meet)\nThe Tour: Enduring Service: 125 Years of Veteran Stories\nThe Experience: On the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence\, the Wisconsin Veterans Museum staff are giving special gallery tours to share amazing stories of Wisconsin veterans from the past 125 years. Join us for stories of the behind-the-scenes jobs needed to keep the military moving\, Wisconsin women who were the first in their ranks or in their endeavors in the military\, and WWI women and men surviving the results of the trenches. Guided tours will be given at 1:30 pm and 3:30 pm or come in anytime to go at your own pace. All ages welcome.\nFor more information click here.\n\nAttendee Details & What to Bring \n\nSeating for the Concert: The morning performance is an open-air\, lawn-style event. Attendees are highly encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs or blankets for comfort.\nMuseum Admission: Admission to the Wisconsin Veterans Museum and the special Enduring Service gallery tours are always free.\nInclement Weather: In the event of severe weather\, the morning concert will move into the Capitol Rotunda. Afternoon museum tours will take place indoors rain or shine.\n\nCome celebrate America’s 250th birthday on the Square\, where Wisconsin’s gratitude meets our nation’s history.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/celebrating-america250-a-semiquincentennial-independence-day-celebration-on-the-capitol-square/
LOCATION:Wisconsin State Capitol\, 2 East Main Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wisconsin America250
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T153000
DTSTAMP:20260520T190312Z
CREATED:20260520T185406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T190312Z
UID:10000545-1783171800-1783179000@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Enduring Service: 125 Years of Veteran Stories
DESCRIPTION:On the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence\, the Wisconsin Veterans Museum staff are giving special gallery tours to share amazing stories of Wisconsin veterans from the past 125 years. Join us for stories of the behind-the-scenes- jobs needed  to keep the military moving\, Wisconsin women who were the first in their ranks or endeavors in the military\, and WWI women and men surviving the results of the trenches. \nGuided tours will be given at 1:30 pm and 3:30 pm\, or come in anytime to go at your own pace. All ages welcome.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/enduring-service-125-years-of-veteran-stories/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T180000
DTSTAMP:20260528T185631Z
CREATED:20260406T214432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T185631Z
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SUMMARY:Sharing the Spirit of America: A Nationwide Reading of the Declaration of Independence
DESCRIPTION:Sharing the Spirit of America:\nA Nationwide Reading of the Declaration of Independence\nJust as the Declaration of Independence was read to the people on July 8\, 1776\, now\, 250-years later\, Americans in all 50 States and 16 Territories of the United States will read the Declaration of Independence ‘together’. The Declaration will be read simultaneously at state capitols\, city halls\, county and municipal buildings\, schools\, libraries\, community centers\, parks\, and other public places of gathering across the nation. \nJoin the Wisconsin America250 Commission and WDVA in the Wisconsin State Capitol Rotunda where the Badger State will celebrate this historic milestone with a reading of Declaration of Independence at 5 p.m. CDT. \nCan’t make it to the Capitol? \nFind a Reading Near You:\nView A Map of Locations \nHost Your Own Reading:\nDownload a Copy of the Declaration of Independence\nShare Your Reading Location \nSpecial thanks to the Hawaii America250 Commission for organizing this nation!
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/sharing-the-spirit-of-america-a-nationwide-reading-of-the-declaration-of-independence/
LOCATION:Wisconsin State Capitol Rotunda\, Madison\, WI
CATEGORIES:General Audience,Wisconsin America250
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260713T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260713T173000
DTSTAMP:20260701T201311Z
CREATED:20260331T205553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T201311Z
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SUMMARY:22nd Annual WVMF Golf Outing\, Sponsored by Mole Lake Casino\, Lodge & Event Center and U.S. Vet General Contracting LLC
DESCRIPTION:The 22nd Annual Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation Golf Outing\, sponsored by Mole Lake Casino\, Lodge & Event Center and U.S. Vet General Contracting LLC is scheduled for Monday\, July 13\, 2026. The event will take place from 9 AM – 5:30 PM at the beautiful course at The Oaks Golf Course in Cottage Grove. \nRegistration includes green fees\, a cart with GPS\, range balls\, tee gift\, lunch\, dinner and reception following golf. \nCompetitors will be divided into two separate divisions\, allowing contestants the opportunity to compete with individuals in their own age group. Division one will be made up of contestants under 65 years of age. Division two will be contestants ages 65 and older. \nWinners in both divisions will receive prizes. \nAll proceeds from this event support educational programs and exhibits at the Wisconsin Veterans Museum. \n  \nRegistration is SOLD OUT!\n  \nThank you to our current 2026 sponsors! \nMajor Event Sponsors: \n      \nAdditional Sponsors \n                                                \n  \nIndividual & Hero Sponsors: \nAlan & Lisa Kromanaker \nCheryl Heiliger \nDenny & Joan Behr \nDrilling Family \nFred & Ginny McCormick \nIn Loving Memory of COL Donald L. Heiliger\, USAF \nMadison History Roundtable \n  \n*We are still seeking sponsorships!* \nTo learn more about our sponsor packages\, click here.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/22nd-annual-wvmf-golf-outing-sponsored-by-mole-lake-casino-lodge-event-center-and-u-s-vet-general-contracting-llc/
LOCATION:The Oaks Golf Course\, 4740 Pierceville Rd\, Cottage Grove\, WI\, 53527
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T150000
DTSTAMP:20260518T200422Z
CREATED:20260216T164239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T200422Z
UID:10000535-1784383200-1784386800@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Book Club Tour - The Coldest Winter by David Halberstam
DESCRIPTION:Join the staff in the museum galleries for our new book club. This month’s selection is The Coldest Winter by David Halberstam. This monthly book club meet in the galleries and discuss the selected work that focuses on military history. At each meeting you will traverse the galleries with a staff member as your guide who will explain the context of the readings and show you how “Wisconsin Was There.”\nThis event is free and open to the public. Please register in advance here. \n 
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/book-club-tour-_the-coldest-winter/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/BookClubTour_WVM-Website_1300x810.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260726T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260726T160000
DTSTAMP:20260723T172230Z
CREATED:20260723T172230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T172230Z
UID:10000555-1785074400-1785081600@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Tabletop Gaming at WVM
DESCRIPTION:Try historical military tabletop games and learn about the history behind the game play. \n\n\n\n\nWe will be playing Heimlich & Co.\, an interesting yet complex spy game where everyone at the table is spying on each other. The goal of the game is to figure out which spies belong to which player. The player who correctly assigns spies to players wins. \nWe will have at least one table of two-seven people\, but can expand based on the number of reservations. Gameplay time is 30 minutes\, so we will run more than one round. Suitable for ages 8+. \nPlease register here to reserve a spot but we will take walk-ins though space is limited.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/tabletop-gaming-at-wvm-2/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/TabletopGaming_WVM-Website_1300x810.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T203000
DTSTAMP:20260724T144734Z
CREATED:20260216T164845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T144734Z
UID:10000537-1785524400-1785529800@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Movie Discussion Night – They Shall Not Grow Old (2018)
DESCRIPTION:Grab some popcorn and a seat in your favorite chair and join us for a virtual discussion of the selected movie with the Wisconsin Veterans Museum staff. This is an online event. We will discuss the 2018 documentary film\,  They Shall Not Grow Old\, directed and produced by Peter Jackson. It was created using footage of the First World War held by the British Imperial War Museum. \nPlease register here.\n**ATTENTION: please use the following password to register for the event: Pr!vate\nDue to an influx of spam registrations\, we have had to lock down the event with a password.\n \nAge Appropriate: This film may not be suitable for all ages as it depicts battle sequences\, mild language\, and alcohol and tobacco depictions.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/movie-discussion-night-they-shall-not-grow-old-2018/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Movie-Night_WVM-Website_1300x810.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T200000
DTSTAMP:20260702T202240Z
CREATED:20260625T205612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T202240Z
UID:10000539-1786037400-1786046400@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Mess Night at the Museum
DESCRIPTION:Mess Night with Doug Bradley  \nPlease join us as we celebrate the release of Doug Bradley’s latest book\, The Tracks of My Years. Bradley\, an esteemed author\, educator\, and Vietnam veteran\, will share insights from his new music-based memoir\, highlighting the role of music in his life. The event features live music by Sean Michael Dargan.  \nPlease register in advance here: \n$50 MEMBERS | $58 NON-MEMBERS  \nEach MESS NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM features a guest speaker\, topic\, dinner\, drinks\, and time to socialize before and after the talk. Registration will be required before the event. Join us as we transform this historic naval tradition into our own. Event suitable for all ages. \nEvent sponsored by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation through the generous support of our 2026 Mess Night Series Sponsor Generac Power Systems.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/mess-night-at-the-museum-bradley/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Mess-Night_NEW-LOGO_1300x810-scaled-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T150000
DTSTAMP:20260724T153245Z
CREATED:20260216T165209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T153245Z
UID:10000538-1786802400-1786806000@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:WVM Movie Tours - Behind the Lens: They Shall Not Grow Old (2018)
DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about how accurately Hollywood portrays historical events? Join the Wisconsin Veterans Museum as we delve into these topics through in-person tours that focus on a specific film and period of history (with a Wisconsin angle\, of course). These tours are free to the public\, but registration is required. We will discuss the 2018 documentary film\,  They Shall Not Grow Old\, directed and produced by Peter Jackson. It was created using footage of the First World War held by the British Imperial War Museum. \nThese tours free and open to the public\, and are appropriate for all ages. Please register here.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/wvm-movie-tours-behind-the-lens-they-shall-not-grow-old-2018/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Behind-the-Lens-Movie-Tour_WVM-Website_1300x810.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T093000
DTSTAMP:20260819T145542Z
CREATED:20260730T200430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T145542Z
UID:10000557-1787822100-1787823000@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:USS WISCONSIN DAY
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an event to include a reading of Governor Evers’ proclamation of August 27 as USS Wisconsin Day in recognition of the boat’s hull number\, 827. USS Wisconsin (SSBN 827) Association officials will be present to answer questions. On view in the museum gallery will be a casting from torpedo tube the USS Wisconsin (SSBN 827) and images relating to the boat’s construction. SSBN 827 is the third U.S. Navy vessel to be named after the state of Wisconsin.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/uss-wisconsin-day/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/WEB-1300x810-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T150000
DTSTAMP:20260728T162349Z
CREATED:20260728T162349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T162349Z
UID:10000556-1788008400-1788015600@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Movie Screening:  My Vietnam\, Your Iraq
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, in-person screening at the museum.\nA generational story of war\, service\, and the families who carry the legacy. My Vietnam Your Iraq connects the stories of eight Vietnam veterans with the experiences of their own children who later deployed to serve in the Iraq War. Shying away from political debate\, this deeply personal documentary explores the unique complexities of familial military service\, generational trauma\, and the silent understandings shared between combat veterans across different eras. Written and produced by Ron Osgood.  \nSeating is limited.  REGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/movie-screening-my-vietnam-your-iraq/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/WEB-1300x810_My_Vietnam_Your_Iraq.png
ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260830T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260830T160000
DTSTAMP:20260803T184511Z
CREATED:20260803T181615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T184511Z
UID:10000562-1788098400-1788105600@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Tabletop Gaming at WVM
DESCRIPTION:Try historical military tabletop games and learn about the history behind the game play. \n\n\n\n\nWe will be playing Heimlich & Co.\, An interesting yet complex spy game where everyone at the table is spying on each other. \nWe will set up based on the number of reservations. Suitable for ages 8+. \nPlease register here to reserve a spot. Space is limited.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/tabletop-gaming-at-wvm-3/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/TabletopGaming_WVM-Website_1300x810.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T200000
DTSTAMP:20260715T192541Z
CREATED:20260715T191745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T192541Z
UID:10000554-1789758000-1789761600@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Movie Night Discussion – The Final Countdown (1980)
DESCRIPTION:Grab some popcorn and a seat in your favorite chair and join us for a virtual discussion of the selected movie with the Wisconsin Veterans Museum staff. \nRegister here. \nAge Appropriateness: This film may not be suitable for all ages as it depicts severe combat violence\, strong language\, and smoking.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/virtual-movie-night-discussion-siege-of-firebase-gloria-1989-2/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Movie-Night_WVM-Website_1300x810.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T150000
DTSTAMP:20260903T185229Z
CREATED:20260903T155027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T185229Z
UID:10000566-1789826400-1789830000@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Book Club Tour - Odysseus in America: Combat Trauma and the Trials of Homecoming
DESCRIPTION:Join the museum staff on a gallery tour focusing on themes in the book “Odysseus in America: Combat Trauma and the Trials of Homecoming.” The book is the story of a soldier’s homecoming written to illuminate the pitfalls that trap many veterans on the road back to civilian life and is written by Jonathan Shay\, with the forward by John McCain and Senator Max Cleland. \nThe event is free\, but please register in advance here: \n 
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/book-club-tour-odysseus-in-america-combat-trauma-and-the-trials-of-homecoming/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/BookClubTour_WVM-Website_1300x810.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T160000
DTSTAMP:20260803T184611Z
CREATED:20260803T181756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T184611Z
UID:10000561-1790517600-1790524800@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Tabletop Gaming at WVM
DESCRIPTION:Try historical military tabletop games and learn about the history behind the game play. \n\n\n\n\nWe will be playing The Hunt (2023)  in which one player assumes the leadership of the British Royal Navy\, while the other player represents the German Kriegsmarin during World War II. \nWe will set up based on the number of reservations. Suitable for ages 12+. \nPlease register here to reserve a spot. Space is limited.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/tabletop-gaming-at-wvm-4/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/TabletopGaming_WVM-Website_1300x810.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T213000
DTSTAMP:20260827T185135Z
CREATED:20260827T184323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T185135Z
UID:10000563-1791046800-1791063000@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Candlelit Talking Spirits Cemetery Tours
DESCRIPTION:These 90-minute tours feature four vignettes that highlight the contributions of Wisconsinites who embodied and advanced the ideals that sparked that fight for independence. Come and hear about our ties to the American Revolution\, learn about the lasting impact of Wisconsin’s service members and families\, and discover advances in science and technology pioneered by our state’s citizenry. Buy your tickets here. 
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/candlelit-talking-spirits-cemetery-tours/
LOCATION:Forest Hill Cemetery\, 1 Speedway Rd\, Madison\, WI\, 53705\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/EVENT_WEBSITE.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261004T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261004T173000
DTSTAMP:20260827T185042Z
CREATED:20260827T185042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T185042Z
UID:10000564-1791115200-1791135000@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Daytime Talking Spirits Cemetery Tours
DESCRIPTION:These 90-minute tours feature four vignettes that highlight the contributions of Wisconsinites who embodied and advanced the ideals that sparked that fight for independence. Come and hear about our ties to the American Revolution\, learn about the lasting impact of Wisconsin’s service members and families\, and discover advances in science and technology pioneered by our state’s citizenry. Buy your tickets here. 
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/daytime-talking-spirits-cemetery-tours/
LOCATION:Forest Hill Cemetery\, 1 Speedway Rd\, Madison\, WI\, 53705\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/EVENT_WEBSITE.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T150000
DTSTAMP:20260715T184600Z
CREATED:20260715T184600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T184600Z
UID:10000550-1791640800-1791644400@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:WVM Movie Tours: Behind the Lens: The Final Countdown
DESCRIPTION:Do you like historical films? Are you curious about how accurately Hollywood portrays historical events? Join the Wisconsin Veterans Museum as we delve into these topics through in-person tours that focus on a specific film and period of history (with a Wisconsin angle\, of course). \nThese tours are free to the public\, but registration is required. Do so here.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/wvm-movie-tours-behind-the-lens-the-final-countdown/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Behind-the-Lens-Movie-Tour_WVM-Website_1300x810.jpg
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