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SUMMARY:Virtual Drink & Draw: Holiday Greetings
DESCRIPTION:It looks like we will all be staying home this year for the Holiday Season so what better way to share festive tidings of cheer than to create some homemade greetings? Join us for a special Holiday Drink & Draw where we will sip eggnog and make things merry and bright. At the end of the night we will offer recommendations for sending some cheer to our men and women serving in our military. No experience is necessary. Gather your supplies\, pour yourself a beverage\, and bring your artistic energy as we spend the evening together stretching our creative muscles. This event is free of charge and open to anyone who registers. This event is presented by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation. This event is suitable for all ages.\nYou can find the images we’ll use here: https://wisvetsmuseum.com/blog/december-virtual-drink-draw/ \nREGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/virtual-drink-draw-holiday-greetings/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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SUMMARY:Vietnam: The Indochina Wars\, 1945-1975
DESCRIPTION:What we know today as “the Vietnam War” was actually part of a broader series of conflicts over three decades that emerged in French Indochina after World War II. Increasing United States involvement over the years culminated in a major war from 1965 to 1973 – the effects of which are still felt today.  \nJoin Museum Director Chris Kolakowski and Curator of History Kevin Hampton as they explore this story\, from the surrender of Japan to the Fall of Saigon.  \nREGISTER
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/20051/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201127T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201127T200000
DTSTAMP:20201114T033133Z
CREATED:20200827T051009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201114T033133Z
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SUMMARY:Movie Night: 1917
DESCRIPTION:Grab some popcorn and a seat in your favorite chair\, and join us for a Movie Night and Virtual Discussion with the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Staff. While we can’t all be together\, we can share discussion on major motion pictures that deal with the hardships\, humor\, and horrors of combat. For this virtual discussion\, we will look at the 2019 film 1917\, starring George MacKay\, Benedict Cumberbatch\, and Dean-Charles Chapman. In a desperate race to deliver a message that could save thousands of troops during World War I\, two British soldiers must brave danger and cross into enemy territory. This event may not be suitable for younger audiences as this film contains graphic war violence\, language\, and is of a mature subject matter.  \nYour mission is to watch the movie\, which is available from most libraries or on streaming services\, while thinking about the discussion questions we will provide you. On November 27th\, at 7:00 pm we’ll all meet via Zoom for a discussion led by museum staff. We will cover themes such as conflict\, politics\, pop culture\, the military\, and movie-making.  \nAfter you register\, we will email you the discussion questions. This event is free and open to the public. \nREGISTER \nSponsored by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/movie-night-1917/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201119T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201119T200000
DTSTAMP:20200924T012639Z
CREATED:20200827T045859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200924T012639Z
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL MESS NIGHT: HONORING THE HO-CHUNK WARRIOR
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our first Virtual Mess Night on November 19\, 2020 at 7:00 pm. While we can’t all get together for a fantastic meal yet\, we can welcome Professor Tom Jones from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Professor Jones will be speaking about his experiences with the Memorial Day celebrations of Ho-Chunk Veterans\, a project that he has been involved with since 1998. Professor Jones is a Ho-Chunk member and his specialty lies in the photographic documenting of Native American Warriors\, which he connects to their pride in home\, family\, and community. He joins a growing group of Native photographers who are expanding the portrayals of Native people with insider perspectives. \nREGISTER \nSponsored by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/virtual-mess-night-honoring-the-ho-chunk-warrior/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201117T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201117T200000
DTSTAMP:20200826T065606Z
CREATED:20200826T065606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200826T065606Z
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SUMMARY:TRIVIA NIGHT
DESCRIPTION:Join us Tuesday\, November 17th for Trivia Night and test your historical knowledge. Sign up as individuals or as a team and go head to head with other players from around the state. This free event will be based on 4 rounds of trivia\, with each round focusing on topics associated with Wisconsin military history\, to include: history\, pop culture\, names and places\, events\, and fun facts. \nFor this virtual trivia night\, you will need to download the Kahoot! app. This app will allow for the multiple choice questions we will use during each round. Simply log onto Kahoot! the night of the event and we will provide the access code. There is nothing to download and it’s easy to use. Lots of fun will be had by all and prizes are given to the top 3 players/teams.  \nThis event is an educational component of the Wisconsin Veterans Museum and is made possible by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation. \nREGISTER
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/trivia-night-5/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201110T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201110T200000
DTSTAMP:20200924T012609Z
CREATED:20200919T012801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200924T012609Z
UID:10000264-1605034800-1605038400@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Wisconsin African Americans in the Civil War
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special Curator Conversation: Make Way for Liberty—A Conversation about Wisconsin African Americans in the Civil War with ‘Make Way for Liberty’ author Jeffrey Kannel and Wisconsin Veteran Museum staff Kevin Hampton\, curator of history\, Christopher Kolakowski\, museum director\, and museum board member Nathaniel T. Millsap\, Jr\, USN Ret. The event is cohosted by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation and Wisconsin Historical Society Press. \nREGISTER
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/wisconsin-african-americans-in-the-civil-war/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201102T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201102T130000
DTSTAMP:20201008T011415Z
CREATED:20201002T215043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201008T011415Z
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SUMMARY:Army Aviation in Vietnam: Flying for an Assault Helicopter Company
DESCRIPTION:Join Vietnam Huey pilot Mr. Richard Berry as he discusses his experiences during the Vietnam War. Mr. Berry will use the numerous photos he took during his tour and data from his flight records to describe 1st Cavalry Division airmobile operations and air assault tactics employed during the Vietnam War. This presentation will not only focus on Mr. Berry’s experiences\, but will also recognize the service of the many crew chiefs\, door gunners and pilots who operated Army helicopters during the war. \nSponsored by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation \nREGISTER
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/army-aviation-in-vietnam-flying-for-an-assault-helicopter-company/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201030T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201030T200000
DTSTAMP:20200924T012721Z
CREATED:20200827T051128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200924T012721Z
UID:10000258-1604084400-1604088000@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:MOVIE NIGHT: APOCALYPSE NOW
DESCRIPTION:Grab some popcorn and a seat in your favorite chair\, and join us for a Movie Night and Virtual Discussion with the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Staff. While we can’t all be together\, we can share discussion on major motion pictures that deal with the hardships\, humor\, and horrors of combat. For this virtual discussion\, we will look at the 1979 film Apocalypse Now\, starring Martin Sheen\, Marlin Brando\, Robert Duvall\, and Laurence Fishburne. In this gripping and often surreal Vietnam War tale\, an Army Captain is sent upriver to terminate the command of a once-revered Colonel. This event may not be suitable for younger audiences as this film contains graphic war violence\, language\, and is of a mature subject matter.  \nYour mission is to watch the movie\, which is available from most libraries or on streaming services\, while thinking about the discussion questions we will provide you. On October 30th\, at 7:00 pm we’ll all meet via Zoom for a discussion led by museum staff. We will cover themes such as conflict\, politics\, pop culture\, the military\, and movie-making.  \nAfter you register\, we will email you the discussion questions and a link to join the virtual discussion via Zoom. This event is free and open to the public. \nREGISTER \nSponsored by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/movie-night-apocalypse-now/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201020T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201020T200000
DTSTAMP:20200826T065114Z
CREATED:20200826T064836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200826T065114Z
UID:10000253-1603220400-1603224000@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:TRIVIA NIGHT
DESCRIPTION:Join us Tuesday\, October 20th for Trivia Night and test your historical knowledge. Sign up as individuals or as a team and go head to head with other players from around the state. This free event will be based on 4 rounds of trivia\, with each round focusing on topics associated with Wisconsin military history\, to include: history\, pop culture\, names and places\, events\, and fun facts. \nFor this virtual trivia night\, you will need to download the Kahoot! app. This app will allow for the multiple choice questions we will use during each round. Simply log onto Kahoot.it the night of the event and we will provide the access code…nothing to download and it’s easy to use. Lots of fun will be had by all and prizes are given to the top 3 players/teams.  \nThis event is an educational component of the Wisconsin Veterans Museum and is made possible by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation. \nREGISTER
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/trivia-night-4/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201019T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201019T130000
DTSTAMP:20201002T204801Z
CREATED:20201002T204801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201002T204801Z
UID:10000266-1603108800-1603112400@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:CURATOR CONVERSATIONS: THE LIFE OF A COLLECTION
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered about the inner workings of a museum? You can find out during this session with staff from the Wisconsin Veterans Museum. Archivists Brittany Strobel and Russ Horton\, and oral historian Luke Sprague will share how collections are received\, assessed\, documented\, cataloged\, and accessed. The staff also will answer any questions you have; submit them via email at visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov or during the event via the Zoom chat function.   \nSponsored by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation.  \nREGISTER
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/curator-conversations-the-life-of-a-collection/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201015T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201231T170000
DTSTAMP:20201016T223145Z
CREATED:20200904T201534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201016T223145Z
UID:10000261-1602748800-1609434000@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:TALKING SPIRITS CEMETERY TOURS
DESCRIPTION:CEMETERY TOURS GO 360 THIS YEAR\nBecause we want to keep everyone safe and healthy during the pandemic\, we will not be presenting in-person cemetery tours this year. While we agree that this change is a disappointment\, the museum staff will present Talking Spirits Cemetery Tours: Myths and Realities through a 360-degree virtual tour of Forest Hill Cemetery on Madison’s near west side. \nClick here to take the tour. All you need to view the tour is internet access\, and a computer\, tablet\, or smart phone; no special applications are required. You can view the tour at any time and as many times as you like. Access is free. \n 
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/talking-spirits-cemetery-tours/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:General Audience
ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201009T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201009T200000
DTSTAMP:20200929T194004Z
CREATED:20200925T201932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200929T194004Z
UID:10000265-1602270000-1602273600@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL DRINK AND DRAW: UPSIDE DOWN DRAWING
DESCRIPTION:The world is turned upside down so let’s draw it that way! Drawing upside-down is an easy exercise to help you develop your ability to recognize shapes and lines in a picture. Here’s your opportunity to be an “artist-in- residence” at our virtual Drink and Draw. We will lead you through a delightful drawing experience inspired by images from the Wisconsin Veterans Museum collection. Gather your supplies\, pour yourself a beverage\, and bring your artistic energy as we spend the evening together stretching our creative muscles. This event is free of charge and open to anyone who registers. We will send you a link to join the event after you register. \nREGISTER
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/virtual-drink-and-draw-upside-down-drawing/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201005T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201005T130000
DTSTAMP:20200928T221614Z
CREATED:20200909T033516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200928T221614Z
UID:10000263-1601899200-1601902800@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Curator Conversations - Finding Those Who Served: Military Genealogy at the Wisconsin Veterans Museum
DESCRIPTION:Join the Archives Department at the Wisconsin Veterans Museum and find out how WVM can help you learn more about the veterans in your family tree. \nThis is a free virtual panel discussion presented by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation via Zoom. \nREGISTER
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/curator-conversations-finding-those-who-served-military-genealogy-at-the-wisconsin-veterans-museum/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200925T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200925T200000
DTSTAMP:20200827T051411Z
CREATED:20200827T051411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200827T051411Z
UID:10000259-1601060400-1601064000@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:MOVIE NIGHT: SAVING PRIVATE RYAN
DESCRIPTION:Grab some popcorn and a seat in your favorite chair\, and join us for a Movie Night and Virtual Discussion with the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Staff. While we can’t all be together\, we can share discussion on major motion pictures that deal with the hardships\, humor\, and horrors of combat. For our fourth virtual discussion\, we will look at the 1998 film Saving Private Ryan\, starring Tom Hanks\, Matt Damon\, Vin Diesel\, and Tom Sizemore. In this fictional account of a Ranger unit sent behind enemy lines to locate a soldier\, the humanity and perilous nature of war is brought into full view. This movie also includes one of the most accurate and realistic recreations of the D-Day landings captured on film. This event may not be suitable for younger audiences as this film contains graphic war violence\, language\, and is of a mature subject matter.  \nYour mission is to watch the movie\, which is available from most libraries or on streaming services\, while thinking about the discussion questions we will provide you. On September 25th\, at 7:00 pm we’ll all meet via Zoom for a discussion led by museum staff. We will cover themes such as conflict\, politics\, pop culture\, the military\, and movie-making.  \nAfter you register\, we will email you the discussion questions and a link to join the virtual discussion via Zoom. This event is free and open to the public. \nREGISTER \n Sponsored by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/movie-night-saving-private-ryan/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200921T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200921T130000
DTSTAMP:20200905T000707Z
CREATED:20200905T000707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200905T000707Z
UID:10000262-1600689600-1600693200@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Curator Conversations - Playing War: The Evolution of Military Toys in American Childhood
DESCRIPTION:Join Wisconsin Veterans Museum staff Greg Lawson and Mike Olson for an erudite discussion about the evolution of military toys in the American childhood from the tin soldiers of the 19th Century to the video games of the present. How military toys have affected the play of children\, and how the play of children has affected the toys available. \nThis event is sponsored by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation. \nREGISTER
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/curator-conversations-playing-war-the-evolution-of-military-toys-in-american-childhood/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:General Audience
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Curator-ConversationsWEB.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200915T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200915T200000
DTSTAMP:20200826T065247Z
CREATED:20200826T064123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200826T065247Z
UID:10000252-1600196400-1600200000@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:TRIVIA NIGHT
DESCRIPTION:Join us Tuesday\, September 15th for Trivia Night and test your historical knowledge. Sign up as individuals or as a team and go head to head with other players from around the state. This free event will be based on 4 rounds of trivia\, with each round focusing on topics associated with Wisconsin military history\, to include: history\, pop culture\, names and places\, events\, and fun facts. \nFor this virtual trivia night\, you will need to download the Kahoot! app. This app will allow for the multiple choice questions we will use during each round. Simply log onto Kahoot! the night of the event and we will provide the access code. There is nothing to download and it’s easy to use. Lots of fun will be had by all and prizes are given to the top 3 players/teams.  \nThis event is an educational component of the Wisconsin Veterans Museum and is made possible by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation. \nREGISTER
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/trivia-night-3/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:General Audience
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200911T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200911T200000
DTSTAMP:20200904T203425Z
CREATED:20200903T025413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200904T203425Z
UID:10000260-1599850800-1599854400@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:DRINK AND DRAW
DESCRIPTION:Grab your pens\, pencils and paper\, the Wisconsin Veterans Museum is giving you a lesson in drawing cartoons.\nHannah Sandvold\, will lead you through a delightful cartooning experience inspired by images from the Wisconsin Veterans Museum collection. Gather your supplies\, pour yourself a beverage\, and bring your artistic energy as we spend the evening together stretching our creative muscles.\nThis event is free of charge and open to anyone who registers.\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/drink-and-draw/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200907T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200907T130000
DTSTAMP:20200827T051254Z
CREATED:20200826T070232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200827T051254Z
UID:10000255-1599480000-1599483600@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:CURATOR CONVERSATIONS- A WORLD GREATLY CHANGED: THE LEGACY OF WWII
DESCRIPTION:In 1944 the U.S. Joint Chiefs predicted “a world greatly changed” by Allied victory. World War II left a towering legacy on the world\, one still relevant and apparent 75 years after the guns fell silent in 1945. This conversation will explore the war’s impact on the world and its people over the past 75 years.  \nThis is a free virtual panel discussion presented by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation via Zoom. \nREGISTER
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/curator-conversations-a-world-greatly-changed-the-legacy-of-wwii/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Curator-ConversationsWEB.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200828T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200828T200000
DTSTAMP:20200730T041846Z
CREATED:20200729T051431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200730T041846Z
UID:10000251-1598641200-1598644800@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Movie Night and Discussion: Glory
DESCRIPTION:Grab some popcorn and a seat in your favorite chair\, and join us for a Movie Night and Virtual Discussion with the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Staff. While we can’t all be together\, we can share discussion on major motion pictures that deal with the hardships\, humor and horrors of combat. For our third virtual discussion\, we will look at the 1989 film Glory\, starring Denzel Washington and Matthew Broderick. This is the inspiring story of the Massachusetts 54th\, the first Black regiment to fight for the North in the Civil War. (mature subject matter)  \nYour mission is to watch the movie\, which is available from most libraries or on streaming services\, while thinking about the discussion questions we will provide you. On August 28th\, at 7:00 pm we’ll all meet via Zoom for a discussion led by museum staff. We will cover themes such as conflict\, politics\, pop culture\, the military\, and movie-making.  \nAfter you register\, we will email you the discussion questions and a link to join the virtual discussion via Zoom. This event is free and open to the public. \nREGISTER
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/movie-night-and-discussion-glory/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200818T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200818T200000
DTSTAMP:20200731T191441Z
CREATED:20200729T044015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200731T191441Z
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SUMMARY:Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for trivia night and test your historical knowledge. Sign up as individuals or as a team and go head to head with other players from around the state. This free event will be based on 4 rounds of trivia\, with each round focusing on topics associated with Wisconsin military history\, to include: history\, pop culture\, names and places\, events\, and fun facts. \nFor this virtual trivia night\, we will be using the Kahoot! app. This app will allow for the multiple choice questions we will use during each round. Simply log onto Kahoot the night of the event and we will provide the access code…nothing to download and easy to use. Lots of fun will be had by all and prizes are given to the top 3 players/teams. \nThis event is an educational component of the Wisconsin Veterans Museum and is sponsored by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation. \nREGISTER
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/trivia-night-2/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200814T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200814T200000
DTSTAMP:20200807T175438Z
CREATED:20200630T040419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200807T175438Z
UID:10000238-1597431600-1597435200@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL DRINK & DRAW
DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL DRINK & DRAW\nGrab your pens\, pencils and paper\, the Wisconsin Veterans Museum is giving you a lesson in drawing cartoons. \nHannah Sandvold\, will lead you through a delightful cartooning experience inspired by images from the Wisconsin Veterans Museum collection. Gather your supplies\, pour yourself a beverage\, and bring your artistic energy as we spend the evening together stretching our creative muscles. This event is free of charge and open to anyone who registers. We will send you a link to join the event after you register. \nREGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/virtual-drink-draw-aug-14-2020/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200810T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200810T130000
DTSTAMP:20200729T053444Z
CREATED:20200710T200050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200729T053444Z
UID:10000248-1597060800-1597064400@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Curator Conversations: End of WWII
DESCRIPTION:Join Wisconsin Veterans Museum Director Chris Kolakowski and Curator of History Kevin Hampton for a discussion of the end of World War II. The staff will share stories of Wisconsin Veterans involved in the earth-shattering end of the war in the Pacific and examine how those events still matter today. \nThis event is free and presented by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/curator-conversations-end-of-wwii/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, 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:20200731T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200731T200000
DTSTAMP:20200706T171214Z
CREATED:20200706T170958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200706T171214Z
UID:10000243-1596222000-1596225600@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Movie Night: Tora! Tora! Tora!
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE \nIt’s time again to grab your favorite snack and drink as we press play on the second installment of our summer Movie Night and Virtual Discussion with the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Staff. While we can’t all be together\, we can share\, discuss\, and enjoy our favorite major motion pictures that deal with the hardships\, humor and horrors of combat. For this virtual discussion\, we will look at the 1970 epic\, Tora\, Tora\, Tora\, starring Martin Balsam\, So Yamamura\, Jason Robards\, Tatsuya Miyashi\, James Whitmore\, and E.G. Marshall. Tora\, Tora\, Tora  is a dramatic retelling of the attack on Pearl Harbor that looks at the days leading up to the event from both the American and Japanese perspective. \nYour mission is to watch the movie prior to the discussion\, which is available from most local libraries or on streaming services\, while thinking about the discussion questions we will provide you. On July 31th at 7:00 pm we’ll all meet via Zoom for a discussion led by museum staff. We will cover themes such as conflict\, politics\, pop culture\, the military\, and movie-making. \nAfter you register\, we will email you the discussion questions and a link to join the virtual discussion via Zoom. This event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/movie-night-tora-tora-tora/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200727T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200727T130000
DTSTAMP:20200710T200712Z
CREATED:20200710T070247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200710T200712Z
UID:10000246-1595851200-1595854800@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Curator Conversations: The Korean War Armistice
DESCRIPTION:Spend your lunch hour with Wisconsin Veterans Museum Director Chris Kolakowski and Oral Historian (and U.S. Army veteran) Luke Sprague as they discuss The Korean War armistice. The Armistice was signed July 27\, 1953. However\, peace remains elusive in Korea and the war is technically not over. This discussion will cover the war\, its aftermath\, and Korea 70 years later. \nThis is a free virtual panel discussion presented by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation via Zoom. Please register in advance by following the “ticket” link below. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/curator-conversations-the-korean-war-armistice/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Curator-ConversationsWEB-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200721T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200721T200000
DTSTAMP:20200706T164835Z
CREATED:20200706T164604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200706T164835Z
UID:10000242-1595358000-1595361600@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for trivia night and test your historical knowledge. Sign up as individuals or as a team and go head to head with other players from around the state. This free event will be based on four rounds of trivia\, with each round focusing on topics associated with Wisconsin military history\, to include: history\, pop culture\, names and places\, events\, and fun facts. \nFor this virtual trivia night\, you will need to download the Kahoot! app. You will receive download instructions during the registration process. Prizes awarded to the top three players/teams. \nThis event is an educational component of the Wisconsin Veterans Museum and is sponsored by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/trivia-night/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200713T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200713T130000
DTSTAMP:20200706T232002Z
CREATED:20200706T163155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200706T232002Z
UID:10000239-1594641600-1594645200@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Curator Conversations: Behind the Scenes of The Art of Harold F‭. ‬Schmitz Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Spend your lunch hour with Wisconsin Veterans Museum staff\, Yvette Pino and Brittany Strobel\, as they discuss their curatorial process for the making of‭ “‬In My Spare Moments‭: ‬The Art of Harold F‭. ‬Schmitz‭.” ‬Learn behind-the-scenes stories about the research and planning that went into the exhibit.‬ ‬‬‬‬‬\nThis is a free virtual event you will enjoy via Zoom. Please register in advance by following the “Tickets” link.\nThis panel discussion is presented by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/curator-conversations-behind-the-scenes-of-the-art-of-harold-f%e2%80%ad-%e2%80%acschmitz-exhibition/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Curator-Convo_Schmitz_WEB.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200710T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200710T200000
DTSTAMP:20200706T160540Z
CREATED:20200630T040419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200706T160540Z
UID:10000235-1594407600-1594411200@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL DRINK & DRAW: JUL 10
DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL DRINK & DRAW\nHere’s your opportunity to be an “artist-in- residence” at our virtual Drink and Draw. Our guest artist\, Hannah Sandvold\, will lead you through a delightful drawing experience inspired by images from the Wisconsin Veterans Museum collection\nGather your supplies\, pour yourself a beverage\, and bring your artistic energy as we spend the evening together stretching our creative muscles. This event is free of charge and open to anyone who registers. We will send you a link to join the event after you register. \nREGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/virtual-drink-draw-jul-10-2020-07-17/2020-07-10/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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