Convoy Speaker Series: Checkpoint Camp Randall

Honoring Service. Inspiring Community.
This year’s Convoy will celebrate the Wisconsin Veterans Museum’s 125th Anniversary while recognizing America’s 250th birthday. Together, we will honor Wisconsin veterans, share their stories and reflect on the rich military history that began at Camp Randall, one of the North’s largest Civil War training grounds.
📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
📍 Camp Randall Stadium – Madison, WI
Featuring Keynote Speaker
Professor John W. Hall
In partnership with the University of Wisconsin-Madison, the event will feature a keynote address by Professor John W. Hall, Ambrose-Hesseltine Professor of Military History at UW-Madison, West Point graduate, former Army officer, and former Lead Historian at the Pentagon.
Event Schedule
- 10:00 AM– VIP reception
- 11:45 AM– Lunch Service
- 1:00 PM– Keynote Address by Professor John W. Hall
An expected 200 guests will attend, including veterans, community leaders, military officers, and business professionals.
REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
🎟️ VIP tickets $125/person | 🎟️ General tickets $75/person
- VIP guests get extra perks: 10 am
reception featuring open bar drinks and appetizers, photo
opportunities with Bucky Badger and Civil War reenactors,
and a unique augmented reality experience - All guests will enjoy lunch at 11:45 am followed by the
keynote presentation at 1 pm.
Support the Convoy Speaker Series
We 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. To learn more about our sponsorship opportunities visit here.
⭐ A big thank you to our current 2026 event sponsors!
- Four-Star Sponsors: Mark & Carol Cullen
- Three-Star Sponsors: DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown
- Two-Star Sponsors: Edgewood University Department of Military & Veterans Services, MIG Commercial Real Estate, LLC, Park Bank
- One-Star Sponsors: Captain Mary M. Kolar, USN (Ret) and Mr. Scott Kolar, Pearson Engineering, Wisconsin Capital Management
