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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
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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
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241116T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241116T180000
DTSTAMP:20241104T190809Z
CREATED:20241021T145502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T190809Z
UID:10000489-1731772800-1731780000@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:On\, Wisconsin! Tailgate
DESCRIPTION:Save the date! Join UW Veteran Services and us for our annual ‘On\, Wisconsin! Tailgate’ on Saturday\, November 16\, when the @UW Badgers host the Oregon Ducks at Camp Randall Stadium. The Tailgate will be located at Camp Randall Memorial Park\, east of Camp Randall\, across the street from the Kwik Trip. Look for a big red and white striped tent. The starting time is TBA as the game time kick-off has yet to be announced.\nTailgate begins at 4pm. Kick off is at 6:30pm The Tailgate is open to any veteran and their accompanying family members. \nStaff from the Wisconsin Veterans Museum will be discussing Camp Randall’s history and share stories of a few of the 70\,000 Wisconsin soldiers that trained there during the Civil War. \nVeterans can also sign up at the Tailgate for any un-claimed free tickets to the Badger football game during this time at the check-in table. First come\, first served. \nFood and beverages will be available for purchase courtesy of  VFW Post 1318. See you at the game and On\, Wisconsin!
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/salute-to-veterans-tailgate/
LOCATION:Camp Randall Memorial Park\, 1440 Monroe St\, Madison\, WI\, 53711\, 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:20241111T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241111T130000
DTSTAMP:20240925T214655Z
CREATED:20240925T214608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T214655Z
UID:10000485-1731326400-1731330000@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Book Talk with Mark Faultersack
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Wisconsin Veterans Museum for a book talk with Mark Faultersack as he discusses his newest work about his father\, who served in the Coast Guard from 1942 until 1945. Mark has published his World War ll journal and preserved many photos\, sketches and artifacts from that time on the USCG Cutters Sea Cloud and Evergreen. This includes the original 150 foot long roll of sonar paper\, on which the book’s content was handwritten while aboard ship. \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-faultersack/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241111T100000
DTSTAMP:20241101T181829Z
CREATED:20241101T181829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T181829Z
UID:10000490-1731319200-1731319200@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Veterans Day Ceremony in the Capitol
DESCRIPTION:A Legacy of Loyalty and Service \nKeynote speaker will be Chris Kolakowski\, Wisconsin Veterans Museum Director.\n9:15am VFW Band Pre-event Concert\n10:00am Event start
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/veterans-day-ceremony-in-the-capitol/
LOCATION:Wisconsin State Capitol Rotunda\, Madison\, WI
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241102T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241102T143000
DTSTAMP:20241028T133143Z
CREATED:20240723T182426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T133143Z
UID:10000471-1730552400-1730557800@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:"Honor in the Air" Movie Screening
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT! \nJoin us for a movie screening and discussion of Honor in the Air. It is a story of inspiration\, dedication\, valor and love\, following the life of one soldier and those with whom he served. Wisconsin native\, Captain Scott Alwin\, served as a helicopter pilot during the Vietnam War with the 68th Assault Helicopter Company.\nHe earned a record 136 Air Medals\, but more important\, he earned the respect of the men he served with and the love of a Vietnamese woman who became his wife.\nScott Alwin was from Ft. Atkinson\, attended UW-Madison for his undergrad degree\, and is buried in Marathon County (Hamburg). \nAdmission is free. Seating is limited to 60. \nPlease RSVP here.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/honor-in-the-air-movie-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:20241025T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241025T200000
DTSTAMP:20240815T171926Z
CREATED:20240815T171410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T171926Z
UID:10000476-1729882800-1729886400@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Movie Discussion Night – The Raid (1954)
DESCRIPTION:Grab your popcorn and beverage and join us for a discussion of the 1954 Civil War film The Raid. Please note that we will not be watching the film but discussing different aspects of the movie. \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/movie-discussion-night-the-raid-1954/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241013T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241013T160000
DTSTAMP:20241001T195418Z
CREATED:20240830T170207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T195418Z
UID:10000484-1728820800-1728835200@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Cemetery Tours
DESCRIPTION:For the 26th year\, the Wisconsin Veterans Museum presents its renowned Talking Spirits Cemetery Tours at historic Forest Hill Cemetery in Madison. “Talking Spirits Cemetery Tours: From Soldiers to Civil Servants” will bring viewers into Wisconsin’s journey through the Civil War and beyond. These tours will feature four vignettes along the route\, as historical actors portray significant Wisconsinites before\, during\, and after the Civil War\, tracing the long history of suffrage and civic responsibility in Wisconsin. Join us for this annual tour. \nEVENT SOLD OUT\, SORRY \nCandlelit Tours\nSaturday\, October 12 beginning at 5pm; last tour leaves at 8pm. \nDaytime Tours\nSunday\, October 13 beginning at noon. Last tour leaves at 4pm. \nTours last approximately 90 minutes.\nThese are walking tours\, dress appropriately.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/cemetery-tours/2024-10-13/
LOCATION:Forest Hill Cemetery\, 1 Speedway Rd\, Madison\, WI\, 53705\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T200000
DTSTAMP:20241001T195418Z
CREATED:20240830T170207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T195418Z
UID:10000483-1728752400-1728763200@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Cemetery Tours
DESCRIPTION:For the 26th year\, the Wisconsin Veterans Museum presents its renowned Talking Spirits Cemetery Tours at historic Forest Hill Cemetery in Madison. “Talking Spirits Cemetery Tours: From Soldiers to Civil Servants” will bring viewers into Wisconsin’s journey through the Civil War and beyond. These tours will feature four vignettes along the route\, as historical actors portray significant Wisconsinites before\, during\, and after the Civil War\, tracing the long history of suffrage and civic responsibility in Wisconsin. Join us for this annual tour. \nEVENT SOLD OUT\, SORRY \nCandlelit Tours\nSaturday\, October 12 beginning at 5pm; last tour leaves at 8pm. \nDaytime Tours\nSunday\, October 13 beginning at noon. Last tour leaves at 4pm. \nTours last approximately 90 minutes.\nThese are walking tours\, dress appropriately.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/cemetery-tours/2024-10-12/
LOCATION:Forest Hill Cemetery\, 1 Speedway Rd\, Madison\, WI\, 53705\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240917T200000
DTSTAMP:20240815T171037Z
CREATED:20240815T170428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T171037Z
UID:10000475-1726599600-1726603200@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-12/
LOCATION:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/trivia-night-12/
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240830T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240830T200000
DTSTAMP:20240815T172147Z
CREATED:20240815T165756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T172147Z
UID:10000474-1725044400-1725048000@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Movie Discussion Night - Dunkirk (2017)
DESCRIPTION:Grab your popcorn and beverage and join us for a discussion of the 2017 epic historical war thriller Dunkirk. Please note that we will not be watching the film but discussing different aspects of the movie. \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. \n 
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/movie-discussion-night-dunkirk-2017/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240822T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240822T193000
DTSTAMP:20240814T163239Z
CREATED:20240731T133512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T163239Z
UID:10000473-1724349600-1724355000@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Brownie’s Puppy Parade and Author Event
DESCRIPTION:Attention Pet Parents and Families! \nThe Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, in partnership with Downtown Madison\, and with support of the Wisconsin Historical Society Press\, invites families and pet parents to Lisa Link Peace Park (452 State Street) for a Puppy Parade and author event. \nActivities will commence at Lisa Link Peace Park at 6pm with a short parade down the State Street pedestrian mall. Dogs and children of all ages are welcome\, and pups are encouraged to dress to the (K-)9s. \nFollowing the parade\, pups and families will be invited to hear author Kelly Nelson read from her new children’s book\, Brownie the War Dog: Veteran’s Best Friend\, published by the Wisconsin Historical Society Press. Books will be available for purchase during an author signing. Cash or check only. We cannot take cards or electronic payments. \nBrownie was a family dog who was called to serve in WWII. After his service\, he returned to his family in King\, WI where he became a beloved mascot and friend to veterans at the veterans’ home in King. Brownie was buried with military honors in the Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery there. Read more about Brownie here. \nThis event is free.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/brownies-puppy-parade-and-author-event/
LOCATION:Lisa LInk Peace Park\, 452 State Street\, Madison\, 53703
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:20240729T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240729T190000
DTSTAMP:20240711T161411Z
CREATED:20240710T135619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T161411Z
UID:10000470-1722272400-1722279600@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:In Her Boots Reception
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs invites you to an evening reception at the Wisconsin Veterans Museum to honor the women who contributed to the  “In Her Boots”  window display on the Capitol Square. Wisconsin women veterans whose boots were featured in the initial rotation (June 11 – July 29) will have the opportunity to retrieve their boots from WDVA during this event. The second rotation of the “In Her Boots” exhibit will be accessible in the Wisconsin Veterans Museum window for an extended duration. \nLight appetizers\, refreshments\, and opportunities for camaraderie will be provided. This event is free\, however\, please RSVP through Event Brite so we can obtain an accurate count.  RSVP here. \n 
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/in-her-boots-reception/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240723T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240723T200000
DTSTAMP:20240329T132838Z
CREATED:20240328T180315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T132838Z
UID:10000464-1721761200-1721764800@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Trivia Night July
DESCRIPTION:Join the Wisconsin Veterans Museum for our virtual Trivia Night and test your historical knowledge. Individuals and teams welcome. \nPlease RSVP to the event and you will receive the Zoom link to the event via email. Please add the event to your calendar. \nREGISTER: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trivia-night-july-registration-873402459267 \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. \n 
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/trivia-night-july/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240715T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240715T173000
DTSTAMP:20240708T170726Z
CREATED:20240405T181924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T170726Z
UID:10000467-1721034000-1721064600@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:20th Annual WVMF Golf Outing\, Sponsored by U.S. Vet General Contracting LLC
DESCRIPTION:The 20th annual Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation golf outing\, sponsored by U.S. Vet General Contracting LLC\, is scheduled for Monday\, July 15\, 2024. 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 and a heavy hors d’oeuvres 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. \nREGISTRATION IS CLOSED! \nThank you to our current 2024 sponsors! \nMajor Event Sponsor: \n \nAdditional Sponsors: \n                                     \n                               \nIndividual & Hero Sponsors: \nCheryl Heiliger \nIn loving memory of COL (Ret) Donald Heiliger\, Sr. \nBill & Jackie Hustad \nDave Shaw \nFred & Ginny McCormick \nLewis B. Harned\, M.D. \nMadison History Roundtable \nMichael Ely \nCol. (Ret.) Raymond G. Boland \nAmy Lokrantz \nDennis Wagner \n*We are still seeking sponsorships!* \nTo learn more about our sponsor packages or to sign up to sponsor this event\, click here.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/20th-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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240628T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240628T200000
DTSTAMP:20240329T132913Z
CREATED:20240328T183805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T132913Z
UID:10000465-1719601200-1719604800@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Movie Night Virtual Discussion - Ike: Countdown to D-Day (2004)
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 June\, we will discuss the 2004 film Ike: Countdown to D-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 June 28\, 2024\, at 7:00 pm we’ll all meet via Zoom for a discussion led by museum staff. \nREGISTER: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/movie-night-virtual-discussion-ike-countdown-to-d-day-2004-tickets-873493230767  \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 Pat Finley.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/movie-night-virtual-discussion-ike-countdown-to-d-day-2004/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240627T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240627T200000
DTSTAMP:20240606T224345Z
CREATED:20240509T175838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T224345Z
UID:10000468-1719509400-1719518400@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Mess Night - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT\nJoin us as we welcome author COL (Ret) Ray Boland\, who will be talking about his book\, When The Bugle Calls\, A Soldiers Memoir. Ray’s story includes experiences from 30 years of service with the U.S. Army during peacetime and combat in Vietnam\, with events ranging from triumph to tragedy. It addresses the little-known realities a career soldier and his family must confront that we seldom hear of. Ray also offers his perspective of a 50-year period of history that changed America. \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\n\n\n6:15-7:00 – Dinner\n\n\n7:00-8:00 – Presentation\n\nSOLD OUT\, SORRY \nThis event is suitable for all ages. \nThis event is 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 Edgewood College Military & Veteran Services.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/mess-night-3/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240521T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240521T200000
DTSTAMP:20240329T133002Z
CREATED:20240328T155434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T133002Z
UID:10000463-1716318000-1716321600@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Trivia Night May
DESCRIPTION:Join the Wisconsin Veterans Museum for our virtual Trivia Night and test your historical knowledge. Individuals and teams welcome. \nPlease RSVP to the event and you will receive the Zoom link to the event via email. Please add the event to your calendar. \nREGISTER: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trivia-night-may-registration-873388286877  \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/trivia-night-may/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240510T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240510T200000
DTSTAMP:20240329T133113Z
CREATED:20240328T154222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T133113Z
UID:10000462-1715367600-1715371200@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Drink & Draw May
DESCRIPTION:Gather your art supplies\, pour yourself a beverage\, and bring your artistic energy as we spend the evening together stretching our creative muscles. \nPlease RSVP to the event and you will receive the link to the online event via email. Please add the event to your calendar. \nREGISTER: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/drink-draw-may-tickets-873381366177 \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/drink-draw-may/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240426T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240426T200000
DTSTAMP:20240329T133144Z
CREATED:20240328T152342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T133144Z
UID:10000461-1714158000-1714161600@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Movie Night Discussion – Inglourious Basterds (2009)
DESCRIPTION:Grab some popcorn and a seat in your favorite chair and join us for a virtual discussion of Inglourious Basterds (2009) with the Wisconsin Veterans Museum staff. \nPlease RSVP to the event and you will receive the link to the event via email. Please add the event to your calendar. \nREGISTER: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/movie-night-virtual-discussion-inglourious-basterds-2009-tickets-873361366357  \nEvent sponsored by The Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation with support for the Foundation in memory of Pat Finley.
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/virtual-movie-night-discussion-inglourious-basterds-2009/
LOCATION:Online\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T200000
DTSTAMP:20240329T133247Z
CREATED:20240313T151801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T133247Z
UID:10000458-1714066200-1714075200@wisvetsmuseum.com
SUMMARY:Mess Night at the Museum
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our quarterly dinner series with some of the women servicemembers from the State’s 54th Civil Support Team: Protecting the State from Weapons of Mass Destruction. S.Sgt. Jaclyn Sommers\, S.Sgt. Ava Kielisch\, and Sgt. Schuylar Hagen will provide an overview of the 54th Civil Support Team’s (CST) capabilities and mission and demonstrate some downrange survey equipment along with a demo chemical lab to show an example of what the 54th CST would encounter on a mission. \nEach Mess Night at the Museum features a guest speaker\, topic\, dinner\, drinks\, and time to socialize before and after the talk.  Join us as we transform this historic naval tradition into our own. This event is suitable for all ages. Prior to the event\, please register using the form below. \n \nThis event is 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 Complete Mobile Dentistry. \n 
URL:https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/mess-night-3-2/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Veterans Museum\, 30 W. Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Audience
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