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SUMMARY:THE FOE AND THE FALLEN Stories from The Greatest War Featuring THE KISSERS
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Veterans Museum assisted The Kissers with content from the museum collection and stories of our veterans for their album and upcoming “rock and roll history show.” \nBased on the music of the award-winning album The Foe and the Fallen: Songs from The Greatest War (The Kissers\, 2024)\, this multimedia “rock and roll history show” celebrates the lives of everyday Wisconsinites who lived during one of our nation’s most extraordinary times. They each did their bit in different ways. They served\, they worked\, they resisted; and did so with a passion and resilience that resonates still today. \nThis performance is a redux version of The Greatest War: World War One\, Wisconsin\, and Why It Still Matters which debuted in 2018 to a sold out audience at the Barrymore Theatre in Madison\, Wisconsin.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/the-foe-and-the-fallen-stories-from-the-greatest-war-featuring-the-kissers/
LOCATION:Barrymore Theater\, 2090 Atwood Ave\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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SUMMARY:U.S. Marine Corps 250 Birthday Celebration at the State Capitol
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate the U.S. Marine Corps 250th birthday. This historic event honors the sacrifices\, achievements\, and true spirit of our Marines. The ceremony at our state capitol will include music\, a cake-cutting ceremony\, and remarks from state officials.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/u-s-marine-corps-250-birthday-celebration-at-the-state-capitol/
LOCATION:Wisconsin State Capitol\, 2 East Main Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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SUMMARY:Convoy Speaker Series: Checkpoint Rock County
DESCRIPTION:Honoring Service. Inspiring Community. \nThis fall\, we are proud to present the 2025 Convoy Speaker Series in partnership with Rock County—an event designed to honor Wisconsin’s veterans\, connect our community\, and share stories of courage and sacrifice. \n📅 Saturday\, November 1\, 2025\n📍 The Beloit Club – Beloit\, WI \nFeaturing Keynote Speaker \nMajor General (Ret.) Marcia Anderson \nA Beloit native\, MG (Ret.) Anderson made history as the first African American woman to achieve the rank of major general in the U.S. Army. Her distinguished career\, spanning nearly four decades (1979–2016)\, is a story of perseverance\, excellence\, and trailblazing leadership. \nIn her keynote address\, MG (Ret.) Anderson will reflect on her journey\, her family’s military tradition\, and the lessons of resilience and leadership that continue to inspire. \nEvent Schedule \n\n10:00 AM– VIP Reception & Meet-and-Greet\n11:45 AM– Lunch Service\n1:00 PM– Keynote Address by MG (Ret.) Marcia Anderson\n\nAn expected 200 guests will attend\, including veterans\, community leaders\, military officers\, and business professionals. \nSupport the Convoy Speaker Series \nWe invite you to join us in honoring our veterans by supporting this important event. Your sponsorship ensures that the powerful stories of Wisconsin’s veterans are preserved\, shared\, and celebrated for generations to come. \nA big thank you to our current 2025 event sponsors! \n\nFour-Star Sponsors: ABC Supply\, Blain Supply\, JP Cullen\, The Morse Group\, Rock Road Companies\nThree-Star Sponsors: Ceroni Piping Company\, Fairbanks Morse\, Liz & Dennis Hansch\, Lycon Inc.\, Nelson Young Lumber\, Mid-State Concrete Industries\, Westphal\nTwo-Star Sponsors: Angus Young Architects\, Mark & Carol Cullen\, Dave & Christina Heiliger\, Edgewood University Military & Veteran Services\, DeGarmo Plumbing\nOne-Star Sponsors: Angus Young Architects\, County Materials Corporation\, First National Bank & Trust Company\, North American Mechanical Inc.\, Oakleigh & Tobin Ryan\, and Peter Skelley\n\n 
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/convoy-speaker-series-checkpoint-rock-county/
LOCATION:Beloit Club\, 2327 Riverside Drive\, Beloit\, WI\, 53511\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251031T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251031T200000
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CREATED:20250808T150144Z
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SUMMARY:Movie Discussion Night – Edge of Tomorrow (2014)
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. \nFor October\, we will discuss the 2024 film Edge of Tomorrow. \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 October 31st\, 2025\, at 7:00 pm we’ll all meet via Zoom for a discussion led by museum staff. \nThis event is free and open to the public. \nRegister here.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/movie-discussion-night-edge-of-tomorrow-2014/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T194500
DTSTAMP:20251006T194543Z
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SUMMARY:Decolonization\, the Algerian War\, and the Making of Modern Counterinsurgency
DESCRIPTION:The Algerian War was a pivotal event in the global struggle for decolonization. In this discussion of his new book\, Terrence G. Peterson highlights how the conflict also helped to transform the nature of modern warfare. As the French Army attempted to counter the struggle for Algerian independence\, it fashioned a radical project of armed social reform that sought not to preserve colonial rule unchanged\, but to refashion it for the Cold War era. As Peterson will make clear\, French officers’ efforts not only shaped how the Algerian War unfolded from its earliest months\, but also helped to forge the paradigm of “modern” warfare that has so often dominated strategic thinking since: counterinsurgency. \nPresenter: Terrence G. Peterson\, Associate Professor of History\, Florida International University \nSponsoring Organizations: War in Society and Culture Program\, University of Wisconsin – Madison\, Department of History\, University of Wisconsin – Madison\, Wisconsin Veterans Museum \nA reception will follow Professor Peterson’s lecture in the Atrium adjacent to Howard Auditorium.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/decolonization-the-algerian-war-and-the-making-of-modern-counterinsurgency/
LOCATION:Fluno Center — Howard Auditorium\, 601 University Ave\, Madison\, WI\, 53715\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T190000
DTSTAMP:20251015T134345Z
CREATED:20250717T160028Z
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SUMMARY:America@250: The American Revolution Sneak Peek & Panel
DESCRIPTION:As we approach the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence\, join PBS Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Veterans Museum for an evening of community and reflection. The night will include a special preview screening of the all-new documentary series THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION\, directed by Ken Burns\, Sarah Botstein\, and David Schmidt; the premiere of two new episodes of The Look Back produced by PBS Wisconsin Education; and a panel conversation exploring themes and untold perspectives related to the Revolutionary War era. \nDoors open 6:30 pm | Program at 7:00 pm\nNo registration is required. \nThis event is part of a statewide America@250 initiative led by PBS Wisconsin in partnership with the Wisconsin Historical Society\, Wisconsin Public Radio\, Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, and the Center for Community & Nonprofit Studies at UW-Madison.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/america250-the-american-revolution-sneak-peek-panel/
LOCATION:Al Ringling Theatre\, 136 4th Ave\, Baraboo\, 53913\, 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:20251016T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T210000
DTSTAMP:20250825T154426Z
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SUMMARY:Science on the Square
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Veterans Museum is proud to be a stop on the Science on the Square event brought to you by The Wisconsin Science Festival and Madison’s Central Business Improvement District. Join us in downtown Madison between 5 and 9 p.m. on Thursday\, October 16\, for fun for all ages! For more information about participating businesses and science experiences\, visit the web page link below for details on all the stops.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/science-on-the-square/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="WI Veterans Museum":MAILTO:visitor.curator@dva.wisconsin.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251013T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251013T130000
DTSTAMP:20250905T161522Z
CREATED:20250904T193658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T161522Z
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SUMMARY:U.S. Navy 250 Birthday Celebration at the State Capitol
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate the U.S. Navy’s 250th birthday. This historic event honors the sacrifices\, achievements\, and true spirit of our sailors. The ceremony at our state capitol will feature the Navy Band Great Lakes Woodwind Quintet and Color Guard\, a cake-cutting ceremony\, and remarks from state officials.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/u-s-navy-250-birthday-celebration-at-the-state-capitol/
LOCATION:Wisconsin State Capitol\, 2 East Main Street\, 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:20251005T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T173000
DTSTAMP:20250904T205406Z
CREATED:20250904T205013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T205406Z
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SUMMARY:Talking Spirits Cemetery Tours - Candlelit and Daytime Tours
DESCRIPTION:join the Wisconsin Veterans Museum for our 27th annual Talking Spirits: Forest Hill Cemetery Tours\, taking place during the week of September 29 – October 5 at Forest Hill Cemetery. These 90-minute walking tours will feature 4 vignettes along the tour route\, as historical actors retell some the stories from this unique era of American history Candlelit tours will be the evening of Oct. 4 and public day-time tours will be given on Oct. 5 \nPurchase tickets here \n 
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/talking-spirits-cemetery-tours-candlelit-and-daytime-tours/2025-10-05/
LOCATION:Forest Hill Cemetery\, 1 Speedway Rd\, Madison\, WI\, 53705\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T213000
DTSTAMP:20250904T205216Z
CREATED:20250904T205143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T205216Z
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SUMMARY:Talking Spirits Cemetery Tours - Candlelit and Daytime Tours
DESCRIPTION:Join the Wisconsin Veterans Museum for our 27th annual Talking Spirits: Forest Hill Cemetery Tours\, taking place during the week of September 29 – October 5 at Forest Hill Cemetery. These 90-minute walking tours will feature 4 vignettes along the tour route\, as historical actors retell some the stories from this unique era of American history Candlelit tours will be the evening of Oct. 4 and public day-time tours will be given on Oct. 5 \nSaturday candlelit tours are sold out. \n 
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/talking-spirits-cemetery-tours-candlelit-and-daytime-tours-2/
LOCATION:Forest Hill Cemetery\, 1 Speedway Rd\, Madison\, WI\, 53705\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T103000
DTSTAMP:20250801T180657Z
CREATED:20250728T132857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T180657Z
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SUMMARY:Watch Party for the USS Wisconsin (SSBN-827) Keel Laying Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:All aboard at the Wisconsin Veterans Museum for a watch party for the keel laying ceremony of the USS Wisconsin\, (SSBN-827). This vessel will honor Wisconsin citizens\, the state’s rich maritime history\, and long-term shipbuilding ties to the U.S. Navy. The keel laying ceremony will be held on her “hull number date” and symbolizes when the ship begins to transition from design to reality by marking the formal recognition of the start of a ship’s construction. \nThis event is free but tickets will go fast. Click here for tickets. \nThis event is sponsored by the USS Wisconsin (SSBN-827) Association
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/watch-party-for-the-uss-wisconsin-ssbn-827-keel-laying-ceremony/
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:20250811T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250811T130000
DTSTAMP:20250701T202629Z
CREATED:20250701T195432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T202629Z
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SUMMARY:Book Talk with Michael Sullivan – The Congdon Brothers and Significant Others: Their Civil War Times
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon talk with Wisconsin author Michael Sullivan\, who will be speaking about his book\, “The Congdon Brothers and Significant Others: Their Civil War Times.” Michael’s painstaking research explores the lives of three brothers from Palmyra\, WI who enlisted in the Union Army and became combat soldiers in the Civil War. \nThis virtual event is available for all ages through the link below: \nRSVP Link
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/book-talk-with-michael-sullivan-the-congdon-brothers-and-significant-others-their-civil-war-times/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T150000
DTSTAMP:20250710T135153Z
CREATED:20250218T190748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T135153Z
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SUMMARY:"Just Like Me: The Vietnam War/The American War" Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Wisconsin Veterans Museum for this in-person movie screening of Just Like Me: The Vietnam War/The American War. \nThis film follows Vietnam Veteran and Filmmaker Ron Osgood on his quest to recover fragmented and buried stories from all sides of the Vietnam War/American War\, revealing multiple perspectives that are thematically interconnected. The stories from veterans and non-combatants look at the ways in which war becomes inscribed into the life histories of ordinary individuals and the attempt to humanize our former enemies. \nMr. Osgood will be at the screening and will conduct a Q&A session following the film. \nReservations are required and seating is limited. Please click here to reserve your seat. \nThis event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/just-like-me-the-vietnam-war-the-american-war-film-screening/
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:20250725T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T200000
DTSTAMP:20250218T204321Z
CREATED:20250218T203105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T204321Z
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SUMMARY:Movie Discussion Night – Independence Day (1996)
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. \nFor July\, we will discuss the 1996 film Independence Day. \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 July 25\, 2025\, at 7:00 pm we’ll all meet via Zoom for a discussion led by museum staff. \nThis event is free and open to the public. \nPlease RSVP here. \nEvent sponsored by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation with support for the Foundation in memory of General Albert Wilkening.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/movie-discussion-night-independence-day-1996/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250714T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250714T173000
DTSTAMP:20250702T190616Z
CREATED:20250404T211215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T190616Z
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SUMMARY:21st Annual WVMF Golf Outing\, Sponsored by U.S. Vet General Contracting LLC
DESCRIPTION:The 21st Annual Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation Golf Outing\, sponsored by U.S. Vet General Contracting LLC\, is scheduled for Monday\, July 14\, 2025. 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 gifts\, 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 closed.\n  \nThank you to our current 2025 sponsors! \nMajor Event Sponsor: \n \nAdditional Sponsors \n                                \n                    \nIndividual & Hero Sponsors: \nBill Hustad \nCheryl Heiliger \nIn Loving Memory of COL Donald L. Heiliger\, USAF \nDave Shaw \nFred & Ginny McCormick \nLewis B. Harned\, M.D. \nMadison History Roundtable \nMatt Meyer \n*We are still seeking sponsorships!* \nTo learn more about our sponsor packages or other opportunities\, click here. \n 
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/21st-annual-wvmf-golf-outing-sponsored-by-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:20250626T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T200000
DTSTAMP:20250612T135418Z
CREATED:20250513T161919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T135418Z
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SUMMARY:Mess Night at the Museum
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT \n“Service in the U.S. Navy Reserve Nurse & Medical Corps During OIF/OEF at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany”\nThursday\, June 26\, 2025\n5:30 PM – 8 PM \nJoin Commander Lisa Kromanaker Registered Nurse (RN) and Commander Kathy Vrydaghs Physical Therapist (PT) and learn about their 2006/2007 Deployment to Landstuhl Regional Medical Center (LRMC) Germany in support of OIF/OEF. During this time\, they cared for US and allied forces wounded warriors flown to LRMC directly from the war theatres in Iraq and Afghanistan. \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. \n\n5:30-6:15 – Happy Hour\n6:15-7:00 – Dinner\n7:00-8:00 – Presentation\n\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-3/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T190000
DTSTAMP:20250507T190733Z
CREATED:20250505T163634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T190733Z
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SUMMARY:Slice of History
DESCRIPTION:What could be more fun than a Saturday evening with free pizza\, live music\, and stories? Not much that we can admit and still keep our family-friendly status.\nDo join us as the Wisconsin Veterans Museum (WVM) presents Slice of History: an Evening of Music\, Pizza\, and Stories of Wisconsin Veterans and links with more than 200 iconic museums across the nation in presenting a Civic Season program to promote museums as civic hubs for younger generations. \nAt WVM’s Slice of History event\, you’ll be treated to free pizza and live music sets from U.S. Army veteran singer-songwriter Jesse Tyler Frewerd\, and members of Madison’s Celtic rock band\, The Kissers\, who will perform their music inspired by the stories of Wisconsin WWI veterans. \nIn addition to free food and tunes\, you’ll have exclusive\, after-hours access to the Wisconsin Veterans Museum new exhibit\, Traditions: Stories of Service to Country & Community\, which tells the stories of veterans’ service in uniform and afterward and their contributions to our nation and state. \nCivic Season is the flagship program of Made By Us\, a network of hundreds of museums\, historic sites\, libraries\, and archives\, that promotes access to history for younger generations (ages 18-30). \nThe event will be held outside in the Forum which is adjacent to the museum at the top of State Street.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/slice-of-history/
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:20250616T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250616T130000
DTSTAMP:20250403T143327Z
CREATED:20250403T142957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T143327Z
UID:10000502-1750075200-1750078800@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Book Talk with James Marten
DESCRIPTION:In The Sixth Wisconsin and the Long Civil War\, historian James Marten reimagines one of the oldest genres of Civil War history\, using the deeply personal stories of the regiment’s 2\,000 men to explore not just the war itself\, but its long aftermath. Drawing on an extraordinary wealth of letters\, diaries\, and records\, Marten reveals how these soldiers—along with their families and communities—struggled with the physical and emotional scars of war\, long after the battles ended. \nREGISTER HERE \nThis event is suitable for all ages. \nEvent sponsored by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation with support for the foundation in memory of General Albert Wilkening.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/book-talk-with-james-marten/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T160000
DTSTAMP:20250530T132355Z
CREATED:20250515T170322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T132355Z
UID:10000509-1749898800-1749916800@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:U.S. Army Birthday Celebration at the Wisconsin Veterans Museum
DESCRIPTION:Since 1775\, the U.S. Army has defended our nation. Join us on June 14th at the Wisconsin Veterans Museum as we celebrate the U.S. Army’s 250th birthday. This event will honor the sacrifices\, achievements\, and true spirit of American warriors. \nMeet retired U.S. Army General Lew Harned\, a veteran of WWII through Desert Storm. Between noon and 2pm\, he will be signing a children’s book written about him by Miss Capital City’s Teen 2025\, Natalie Popp. The Wisconsin Army National Guard will join the celebration with its color guard and band. Museum tours given throughout the day. \nThis event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/u-s-army-birthday-celebration-at-the-wisconsin-veterans-museum/
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:20250613T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250613T130000
DTSTAMP:20250528T190422Z
CREATED:20250515T165318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T190422Z
UID:10000508-1749816000-1749819600@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:U.S. Army Birthday Celebration at the State Capitol Rotunda
DESCRIPTION:Since 1775\, the U.S. Army has defended our nation. Join us on June 13th and 14th as we celebrate the U.S. Army’s 250th birthday. These historic events will honor the sacrifices\, achievements\, and true spirit of American warriors. \nMark the 250th Birthday of the U.S. Army at the Wisconsin State Capitol with remarks from public officials\, a cake cutting ceremony\, and appearances by the Wisconsin Army National Guard color guard and band. \nThis event is free and open to the public. \n 
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/u-s-army-birthday-celebration-at-the-state-capitol-rotunda/
LOCATION:Wisconsin State Capitol\, 2 East Main Street\, 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:20250530T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250530T200000
DTSTAMP:20250218T195937Z
CREATED:20250218T195937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T195937Z
UID:10000497-1748631600-1748635200@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Movie Discussion Night – A Few Good Men (1992)
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. \nFor May\, we will discuss the 1992 film A Few Good Men. \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 30\, 2025\, at 7:00 pm we’ll all meet via Zoom for a discussion led by museum staff. \nThis event is free and open to the public. \nPlease RSVP here. \nEvent sponsored by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation with support for the Foundation in memory of General Albert Wilkening.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/movie-discussion-night-a-few-good-men-1992/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250502T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250502T180000
DTSTAMP:20250423T201947Z
CREATED:20250423T201926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T201947Z
UID:10000505-1746198000-1746208800@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Brownie's Bark in the Park
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Veterans Home at King and Kelly Nelson\, author of Brownie the War Dog\, will host ‘Brownie’s Bark in the Park’ on Friday\, May 2. After telling Brownie’s remarkable story in her book\, Nelson led the fundraising effort to create a statue in his honor and have it placed on the King campus. Made possible by donations from local businesses and individuals\, the event will unveil the statue and celebrate the community’s dedication to “a veteran’s best friend” Brownie. \nThe event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/brownies-bark-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Home at King\, N 2665 County Rd QQ\, King\, WI\, 54946
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T200000
DTSTAMP:20250422T142258Z
CREATED:20250305T183105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T142258Z
UID:10000499-1744911000-1744920000@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Mess Night
DESCRIPTION:SORRY – SOLD OUT \nJoin Vietnam Huey pilot\, 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. \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. \n5:30 pm – 8:00 pm \n\n5:30-6:15 – Happy Hour\n6:15-7:00 – Dinner\n7:00-8:00 – Presentation\n\nEvent sponsored by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation through the generous support of our 2025 Mess Night Series Sponsor Generac.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/mess-night-berry/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T130000
DTSTAMP:20250410T134912Z
CREATED:20250410T134912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T134912Z
UID:10000504-1744632000-1744635600@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Two Lights for Tomorrow Ceremony at the State Capitol
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs\, in collaboration with the Wisconsin Veterans Museum and the Wisconsin Historical Society\, is hosting a Two Lights for Tomorrow ceremony at the Wisconsin State Capitol on Monday\, April 14 at noon. This event is the kickoff of a week long commemoration recognized in the 2025 Assembly Joint Resolution 17. \nThis event honors the 250th anniversary of events that sparked the War for Independence outside Boston in April of 1775\, which are immortalized in Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s famous poem\, “Paul Revere’s Ride\,” with the famous line about “One if by land\, two if by sea.”
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/two-lights-for-tomorrow-ceremony-at-the-state-capitol/
LOCATION:Wisconsin State Capitol\, 2 East Main Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T200000
DTSTAMP:20250218T200021Z
CREATED:20250218T193159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T200021Z
UID:10000496-1743188400-1743192000@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Movie Discussion Night – Master and Commander (2003)
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. \nFor March\, we will discuss the 2003 film Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World. \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 28\, 2025\, at 7:00 pm we’ll all meet via Zoom for a discussion led by museum staff. \nThis event is free and open to the public. \nPlease RSVP here. \nEvent sponsored by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation with support for the Foundation in memory of General Albert Wilkening.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/movie-discussion-night-master-and-commander-2003/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T150000
DTSTAMP:20250219T165426Z
CREATED:20250218T170751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T165426Z
UID:10000493-1742648400-1742655600@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Feast of Crispian Presents Whiskey\, Tango\, Foxtrot
DESCRIPTION:Come join Feast of Crispian for an afternoon of one-of-a-kind stories told by American Service Veterans – a kind of community campfire story circle\, with a little taste of Shakespeare thrown in for good measure. \nShared by veterans of six decades of American military conflict and peacetime service\, Whiskey\, Tango\, Foxtrot is a gathering of stories that centers on the kinds of surprising\, wacky\, touching\, and absurdly funny moments and events 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. \nAdmission is free. Seating is limited to 40. \nPlease RSVP here.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/feast-of-crispian-presents-whiskey-tango-foxtrot/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250131T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250131T200000
DTSTAMP:20241108T170730Z
CREATED:20241108T170135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T170730Z
UID:10000491-1738350000-1738353600@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Movie Discussion Night – The Hunt for Red October (1990)
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. \nFor January\, we will discuss the 1990 Cold War film The Hunt for Red October. \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 January 31\, 2025\, at 7:00 pm we’ll all meet via Zoom for a discussion led by museum staff. \nREGISTER HERE \nThis event is free and open to the public. \nEvent sponsored by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation with support for the Foundation in memory of General Albert Wilkening.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/movie-discussion-night-the-hunt-for-red-october-1990/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T200000
DTSTAMP:20241018T154027Z
CREATED:20241018T152416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T154027Z
UID:10000487-1733857200-1733860800@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our virtual Trivia Night and test your historical knowledge. Individuals and teams welcome. \nPlease RSVP to the event HERE. \nYou will receive the Zoom link to the event via email. Please add the event to your calendar. \nEvent sponsored by The Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation with support for the Foundation in memory of Pat Finley.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/trivia-night-13/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241209T130000
DTSTAMP:20241018T153952Z
CREATED:20241018T153845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T153952Z
UID:10000488-1733745600-1733749200@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Book Talk with Mark D. Van Ells
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Wisconsin Veterans Museum for a book talk with author Mark D. Van Ells as he discusses his newest work about the Red Arrow Division and the crucial role it played for the Allied Forces in World War II. Discover how this National Guard unit with roots in the American Midwest became on of the most effective – and most battle-tested – combat units in the Pacific\, eventually logging more combat hours than any other US Army division during the war.  \nREGISTER HERE \nThis event is suitable for all ages. \nEvent sponsored by The Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation with support for the foundation in memory of Pat Finley.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/book-talk-with-mark-d-van-ells/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241121T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241121T200000
DTSTAMP:20241028T175747Z
CREATED:20241009T172638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T175747Z
UID:10000486-1732210200-1732219200@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Mess Night at the Museum
DESCRIPTION:This event is SOLD OUT. \n“A Troop\, 1-105th CAV 2009 Security Mission in Iraq”\nThursday\, November 21\, 2024\n5:30 PM – 8 PM \nPlease join us for our quarterly dinner series with senior leaders from the Wisconsin Army National Guard’s Troop A\, 1-105th Cavalry Squadron. CSM (Retired) Curt Patrouille\, CSM (Retired) Brian Bieniek\, and LTC Matthew McDonald will provide an overview of A Troop’s very unique mission throughout Iraq in 2009-2010. The unit conducted over 900 high risk force protection missions in preparation for the handover of authority from the US to the Iraqi government and received some of the highest accolades from senior federal officials over the course of the year. \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. \n• 5:30-6:15 – Happy Hour\n• 6:15-7:00 – Dinner\n• 7:00-8:00 – Presentation \nThis event is suitable for all ages. \n$50 MEMBERS | $58 NON-MEMBERS |  \nEvent sponsored by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation through the generous support of our 2024 Mess Night Series Sponsor Melinda V. Heinritz in memory of her father\, James L. Vogler\, U.S.A.F. and supporting sponsor Park Bank. \n 
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/mess-night-at-the-museum-2/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
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