Educational Travel

Why Travel With Osher?

You have many choices for travel companies; so why travel with Osher? First and foremost, our travel experiences are designed the Osher way – with our members in mind. Our reasonably priced itineraries are custom-tailored to meet the needs of older travelers. Our tours have just the right blend of hands-on learning experiences and free time to explore on your own.

When you travel with Osher, you aren’t traveling alone. You are part of a highly social, welcoming community of travelers who share common interests. All tours always begin and end in Milwaukee with convenient departure locations. Traveling with Osher gives back to the institute since a portion of your tour fees is returned to the institute, keeping programs affordable for all our members. Finally, when you travel with us, we’ll make sure all the important details are covered so you can travel worry-free.

New York City Theatre Tour: Best of Broadway 2026

Visit the nation’s theatre capital on a four-day adventure with Osher on either October 22-25, 2026 or November 5-8, 2026. Choose the dates that work best for you; the same shows will be planned for each tour.Fly with Osher to New York City, see four Broadway shows, stay in the heart of the Theater District and experience some of the Big Apple’s most famous cultural sites. 

Staff will announce the show selection in the summer. In 2025, we saw The Buena Vista Social Club, Oh, Mary, Art and Maybe Happy Ending. You will also enjoy a welcome dinner on Thursday with our group at delicious local restaurant and a choice between two group activities on Friday. 

Includes: Roundtrip economy-class flights between Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport and New York City, hotel transfer, three nights at a fabulous hotel in the heart of Times Square, a welcome dinner, tickets to see four Broadway plays with the group, and a group activity in the city.  

Is This Trip Right for You? 

This program requires walking between the hotel and dinner restaurant, the theaters, and the activities. Each walk is typically 4-15 minutes through the Broadway/Times Square area which can be crowded and may have uneven surfaces. Some theater seating requires climbing stairs. The pace is moderate. 

The official registration for this trip opens on Friday, March 27, 2026 at 10am.

Price: $2,875 per person double occupancy; $3,225 single occupancy. 

A $1,000 deposit will be due if you are confirmed to the trip roster at the end of March. Then, half the remaining balance will be due by July 10 and the final balance due August 14, 2026. Everyone is waitlisted initially while we check membership and roommate information. All participants must be Osher members.

Classes and SIGs – Fall

Participating in Osher programs and activities is an excellent way to get involved and make new friends. Members can choose from a variety of offerings.

Short Courses are two- to five-week sessions and Osher Talks are one-time offerings. Both focus on various topics such as the arts, literature, ethics, law, politics, religion, history and health care. Programs are taught by UWM faculty, Osher members and other noted experts and professionals in the community.

Special Interest Groups (SIGs) meet regularly for study and discussion. They are offered in such fields as languages (French, German, Italian and Spanish), history, ecology and reading.

Osher Distinguished Speaker Series are lively, informative lectures which provide insights to make sense of what is happening in the world.

Several Special Events connect you with other members, including the spring luncheon and December holiday party.

Meet the Presenters! Read their bios and get to know your Osher Presenters.

Come From Away: A 9/11 Story

When U.S. airspace suddenly closed on September 11, 2001, 38 planes carrying thousands of passengers were diverted to the small town of Gander, Newfoundland. What followed was an extraordinary display of compassion, generosity and resilience as residents opened their homes, schools and community spaces to strangers from around the world. This class explores the remarkable efforts of the people of Gander — how they fed, housed and comforted stranded travelers — as well as fascinating details from the aviation world, including the “line in the Atlantic” that determined whether flights continued to Europe or returned to North America. We’ll also share personal stories of pilots, passengers and even rescue dogs who were on those diverted flights. Join us to learn about this uplifting piece of 9/11 history, which continues to inspire hope and humanity.

Meet Bruce Froemming MLB Umpire

Hey baseball fans! Come and meet renowned MLB Umpire Bruce Froemming, who holds the record for third on the all-time list of games umpired, including five World Series games. Come and learn about highlights of his career and listen to him share stories about his amazing career in baseball.

Osher Trivia Night

Join us for a hauntingly good time at our Halloween OsherTrivia Night on Thursday, October 30 at the historic UWM Hefter Center mansion. The evening kicks off with a social hour at 5 pm, followed by team trivia from 6–8 pm. Don your most creative costume — there may be a few surprises lurking for the best dressed! Snacks and drinks will be served to keep your spirits high as you and your teammates compete for trivia glory. The cost is just $10 per person — a frighteningly good deal for an evening of fun, laughter and a little friendly competition.

The Secret Lives of Things: Writing from Objects

Look around you — you’re surrounded by “things.” Yet in one light, “things” don’t exist. Everything material around us is made from an interplay of forces, ideas, other things, personal memories, cultural memories, necessity, time …. We’ll play with these storied and poetic aspects of materiality, going deep into the secret lives of things as we work to create new writing (in the genre[s] of your choice) in class. We’ll share stories about the objects that surround us in our homes and in nature. We’ll take a peek at New Materialism or “thing theory,” where scholars examine the depths of what it means to live in a material world. You’ll have the opportunity to share your creative writing with the group.

Learning and Memory and the Brain

The brain is the centerpiece for how we experience the world and adapt to our environment, the phenomena of learning and memory. This course will broadly cover the concepts of learning and memory, brain structures considered essential for these processes, and how the mechanisms of learning and memory go awry in cases like Alzheimer’s disease. Special emphasis will be given on how learning and memory research is conducted, as well as how current research at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is addressing questions like how to prevent or reduce complications in atypical brain states.

Healthy Cognitive Aging

You’ve heard of dementia and how the biggest risk factor for it is age. But have you heard of healthy cognitive aging and what that might look like? What type of memory declines with normal aging and stays the same or improves as you age? Which cognitive tests are there to distinguish healthy from pathological aging? What can you do to maintain your cognitive abilities? In this course, we will discuss latest research on the aging brain, lean about cognitive reserve theory, and what kind of daily activities are recommended to healthy aging.

Art, History and Social Change

Emerging from the Vedic traditions of Ancient India, Buddhism initially shied away from artistic representations of the historical Buddha. Instead, the nascent religion opted to represent its central figure through a complex system of symbols that are still in use today. This two-part lecture series will establish the fascinating cultural context of pre-Islamic Central Asia wherein images of the Buddha first emerged. In particular we will explore the art and influence of Gandhara. Doing so will contribute to our understanding of how a diversity of cultures converged on this ancient kingdom and turned it into an artistic powerhouse that defined the visual character of global Buddhism for millennia to come.’

Havana: Lessons for the Educated Traveler

This course is designed for the academic adventurer. The purpose is to educate travelers and interested parties to the complex history of Cuba and the realities of why Cuba is the way it is. The presentation will be a general overview of Cuban history to develop a general understanding of Cubanidad. Cubanidad refers to the characteristic way of life and cultural identity of Cuba and Cubans and is the reason why Cuba is different than other Latin American countries. The course is intended to enhance the tourist experience and to maximize the experience of travel through education.

The Black Church: Quest for a Community

The Black Church has a long history in the United States, dating back to the late 18th century. Many events shaped the church, like the creation of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, the growth of the Black protestant denominations and Black churches and political actions. Learn about principles of the church, practices and traditions that are still present today. Listen to myths and challenges of the church as well as how the Black church has transformed.

Modern Sculpture

The modern era in sculpture began with Auguste Rodin toward the end of the 19th century. Traditional sculpture was always figural, used natural materials and forms were idealized. Scale was usually human. All this changed. Some new trends we will observe include abstraction; geometry; color, new, often industrial materials; and tribal sources. New methods of working, such as using found materials, appeared. Space was incorporated into the works themselves. Sculpture had not been prominent since The Middle Ages but became dominant during the 20th century.. Women sculptors appeared on the scene.

Fall Advanced Beginner / Intermediate Spanish Conversation SIG

This special interest group is for Osher members with an advanced beginner or low intermediate knowledge of Spanish (described as Levels A-2 to B-1 of the Common European Framework Reference for language study). Members will improve their ability to express themselves with reasonable fluency about past, present and future events. In this group we concentrate on reading (pronunciation and comprehension), the grammar needed to read and speak with assurance and focus on improving conversation skills.

Sessions are conducted in Spanish. Proficiency in Spanish is not required. Please contact Joelyn Olen with any questions: 262-339-5511 or joelynolen@gmail.com.

Fall Spanish Language Book Club SIG

For this book club, we read one Spanish language short story per month. The level of reading and discussion is mid to upper intermediate. Generally, the group is made up of native Spanish speakers.

If you have questions, please call Joelyn Olen at 262-339-5511 or email joelynolen@gmail.com.

Designing for Plant and Animal Diversity

LANDCO2 advocates the use of “nature-based solutions” for outdoor design projects, as a way to directly improve our environment while creating places of beauty for all people to enjoy. This introductory talk will define some of the basic ideas behind ecological outdoor design such as “green infrastructure,” CO2 reduction, and use of native plants, as a way to make for a more sustainable existence.

Fall Knitting SIG

Improve and share your skills while learning new techniques and making friends. This group is open to male and female knitters of all skill levels. You will have an opportunity to explore new methods of casting on and binding off, new stitch patterns, cables and colorwork. This SIG is appropriate for anyone who can cast on using any method and can knit and purl. While members enjoy working on their own projects, some hands-on homework will be assigned. Come join us as we tie ourselves in knots with this ancient craft.

Contacts:

Mary Ann Horky (horkym2002@yahoo.com)

Lisa Schuldt (lschuldt2635@gmail.com)

Kathy Johnson (rkathorne@sbcglobal.net)”

Scenic Art: Magic Behind the Stage

Many people go and see theater and marvel at the craftsmanship of what they see on stage that is not the actors. A few people have been able to experience the process of creating items on stage and it is eye opening. This presentation takes the audience through the process of Scenic Art, where it fits in the overall chain of command and explains some of the processes to create a theater set. I was a full-time professional Scenic Artist for 20+ years, it will include a lot of photos, some time-lapse videos of process and show tools of the trade to create this unique art form.

Misunderstood Menopause: Finding Truth in Literature

If ever a subject has been ignored, maligned and misrepresented, it is menopause. While doctors like Robert Wilson profited from pushing hormone therapy to prevent women from “chemical castration” during post-reproductive years, there are now fascinating books on the subject that see this time of life as freedom from expectations and characterized by personal growth. This talk will look at why menopause has been misunderstood and how writers sharing their personal stories and research help us to gain a wider perspective.

Fall Italian Reading and Conversation SIG – Reading Level A2-B1

This group is composed of Osher members who have completed basic introductory classes in Italian and/or demonstrate equivalent proficiency.

The group focuses on listening, speaking, reading and writing in Italian, with an emphasis on building vocabulary, strengthening grammatical constructions, improving conversational skills and reading Italian literature. We share a common love of all things Italian — culture, history, art and food.

All members of the group take turns developing lessons, providing reading and listening comprehension exercises, including homework. The class facilitator/leader responsibility rotates on a weekly basis.

*Kindly contact Theresa Bellone if registering for the first time.

Contact: Theresa Bellone, tjbellone@gmail.com

Is Seeking Revenge Always Unethical?

Learning what great thinkers have concluded about ethics can help us think critically about ourselves, our values and how we conduct ourselves in situations that may present challenges to our beliefs. We’ll look at the views of philosophers, and contemporary thinkers as we consider moral and ethical challenges related to anger, and revenge that may occur when we have been wronged. Links to relevant articles and videos will be sent to participants prior to the class to familiarize them with philosophy and its terms

Presenter:

What My Medical Patients Taught Me

Reverse medical education. What Dr. Weinberg’s patients taught me in 50 years of medical practice. During a half century in the medical practice of women’s health, Weinberg learned from his patients many ways they found to solve their problems and (mostly) thrive. He will present some of the more compelling examples of what he learned.

Squirrel Wars in the 1800s American NW

After the American Revolution, Americans moved north of the Ohio River. They discovered creatures known scientifically as sciurus carolinensis. The gray squirrels became their new enemy. The squirrels suddenly appeared by the millions and ate freshly planted seeds, as well as crops ready for harvest. In “squirrel movements” or “squirrel migrations,” the naturalists of the 18th and 19th centuries wondered why this was occurring. Theories ranged from depletion of food sources to insect infestations of their nests. The migrations made little sense to the farmers and soon a war between them and the squirrels began over ownership of the western United States

Maintaining Privacy in the 21st Century

Learning what great thinkers have concluded about ethics can help us think critically about ourselves, our values and how we conduct ourselves in situations that may present challenges to our beliefs. We’ll look at the views of philosophers and contemporary thinkers as we consider moral and ethical challenges related to privacy, having it and keeping it. Links to relevant articles and videos will be sent to participants prior to the class to familiarize them with this topic.

Presenter:

Fall Advanced Spanish Literature and Grammar

This course will provide a connection for native Spanish speakers who want to keep up with their conversation skills and those of us who are trying to speak like native Spanish speakers. It will involve conversation about various works of modern literature that the class will decide. It hopefully will be a great opportunity to forge a greater connection with different communities and spread to more community involvement.

Contact: Jane Collis-Geers, jcollisgeers@hotmail.com

Do Journalists Have Ethics?

Ethics in journalism is important for maintaining integrity, accuracy and public trust. Journalists shape opinions and hold power to account, making truthfulness and impartiality essential. Without ethics, misinformation spreads, eroding trust and causing division. We explore the codes of ethics that govern journalists amidst concerns of ‘fake news’ and the spread of misinformation.

Fall Current Events of the Hispanic World

Participants will build vocabulary, fluency and the ability to converse in Spanish with confidence. The class will base its discussions on current events in the Spanish-speaking world to include: the arts, authors, sports, health, mental health, society and new cultural and societal trends. Participants will be encouraged to use periodicals like El Pais (Spain), La Razon (Mexico), El Peruano (Peru), El Mercurio (Chile), La Nación (Argentina), El Tiempo (Colombia) and others. Spanish Fluency: To join this class, the Spanish speaking level of the student must be moderate to advanced conversational Spanish.

Death of a Salesman

Join in a discussion of the worldwide hit play “Death of a A Salesman” by Arthur Miller. Pre-read or view an online production of the play prior to class and then come to explore its characters and themes, such as the death of the American Dream, the tragedy of the common man, and more. Video clips of scenes, photos and interviews with Miller and some actors from various productions will be included. We will offer a screening opportunity of the play post-registration.

Fall Italian Grammar and Composition SIG

We begin each class with a workbook of Italian grammar for review and practice. Participants create and share short statements in Italian on a topic of their choice. The class responds in Italian.

Prerequisites: A grounding in the Italian language is required for this class.

Contact: Gus Ricca, gusricca@yahoo.com

The Vietnam War in Film

How accurately have Hollywood filmmakers such as Francis Ford Coppola, Oliver Stone and others depicted America’s most divisive war?

Even for many people who experienced the Vietnam War first hand, memories of that conflict have often been shaped by the popular films that depicted it: The Quiet American, The Deer Hunter, Platoon and Apocalypse Now, among others. This talk will examine how the war is portrayed through a selection of iconic films that represent the war through dramatization and storytelling as opposed through documentary footage.

Dave Luhrssen will offer a uniquely detailed level of historical context for the films, weighing their depiction of events against the historical record and evaluating how well or how poorly those films reflected the truth and shaped public memory and discourse over the war.

Cranes Over Wisconsin

Wisconsin’s wetlands are home to Sandhill Cranes and endangered Whooping Cranes. In the not-so-distant past, both Sandhill Cranes and Whooping Cranes faced near extinction throughout North America as they battled with increasing threats of unregulated hunting and habitat loss. Thanks to widespread conservation efforts, Sandhill Cranes are now one of the most populous crane species in the world and Whooping Crane populations, while still endangered, are slowly growing. Today Wisconsin residents see around 20,000 Sandhill Cranes and 70 Whooping Cranes each year! Unfortunately, Whooping Cranes and Sandhill Cranes continue to face threats in Wisconsin and across their flyway. Join the International Crane Foundation to learn the history of the cranes of Wisconsin and how you can help safeguard their future. Following this presentation, you will be able to identify Sandhill Cranes and Whooping Cranes, know the history of both crane species, understand the current work crane conservation partners are doing to protect cranes in Wisconsin and throughout their flyways, and find out how you can be an ambassador for cranes in Wisconsin as a volunteer and citizen scientist.

Fall Italian Intermediate Level SIG

This intermediate-level class in the Italian language meets once a week for 90 minutes and focuses on three areas: conversation practice on an announced topic with the introduction of new useful vocabulary; written and verbal exercises designed to review grammar concepts; and oral reading from modern Italian literature. Class discussions explore topics of Italian culture, art and cuisine.

Contact: Ned Turner, nedmturner2@sbcglobal.net

Fall Current Events in Sports SIG

This group provides a monthly forum for members who are sports enthusiasts to discuss all of the hot and controversial topics throughout the world of sports.

Contact: Dennis Funk, denfun04@gmail.com

Fall Writing SIG

Share your writing with others, receive and give feedback along with encouragement. Ideas and information on writing are also discussed. All levels of writing and genres are welcome. The only qualification is a desire to write. Meets on the first and third Tuesdays of each month.

Call Nancy Martin at 414-339-1172 for more information.

Fall History SIG

Read and discuss books selected by participants, who also volunteer to lead a discussion in an informal manner. Qualifications: An interest in history and a willingness to lead and participate in discussion. This SIG has had a waiting list in the past, so regular attendance is expected. A text will be selected for discussion and the title/author will be shared with registered members. Meets in-person and online the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month.

Contact: John Link, jmlink@milwpc.com.

Learn How to Knit: The Basics

This course is for absolute beginners who believe they want to learn to knit. Needles, yarn and instructions will be provided, but you will be expected to do homework. At the end of the three-week session, you will own a “garage sale” hot pad of your own creation, guaranteed to astonish your friends and family. Please join us on a fun experience that will leave you ready for the next step in your knitting adventure.

Fall Introductory Spanish Conversation SIG

Learn basic Spanish conversational skills in pairs and in small groups. Conversation topics include restaurant ordering, shopping at the market, giving and getting directions, asking questions, colors, days of the week, numbers and weather, expressing your feelings, needs, likes and dislikes, your family, travel questions and student suggestions for topics. Each topic will emphasize everyday Spanish stressing pronunciation. Class builds each week, so attendance is important. Some homework and prep may be required.

DNA’s Role in Heredity, Development and Forensics

The first meeting will cover the discovery, the chemical composition and the long struggle to uncover the three-dimensional configuration of DNA. The second meeting will cover the role of DNA and RNA in gene expression and its timing during the development of an organism. The third meeting will center on the revolutionary application of DNA to forensic analysis of crime scenes.

Waukesha Reads Book Discussion: The Seed Keeper

Diane Wilson’s “The Seed Keeper” was just selected for the National Endowment of the Arts Big Read Selection for 2025, and we will be discussing the novel that centers on a Dakota woman’s relationship with the land amid family struggles and intergenerational trauma. How Native Americans have been impacted by boarding schools years ago and survived ongoing threats to their community will be examined in addition to the power that nature holds to repair us. This class will connect with Waukesha’s month-long programming in October on the book, their community read.

Fall Theatre Writing SIG

Fall Nonfiction Book Group SIG

Many interesting and important nonfiction books have been published recently on social and cultural issues, psychology, politics and science—i.e., astronomy, community and relationships, the environment and so on. Anyone interested in reading this type of literature and discussing it among friends is invited to join our group. We will select books to read/discuss. Each member of the group will facilitate one discussion during the year.

Lunch & Learn – Opposing Views: Russian Art of Dissent

In the long history of both the Russian Empire and the Soviet Union, voices were raised in opposition to both changes in culture and to the established practices. Artists lent their support to one side or the other, creating visual versions of opinion pieces. This exploration of differing views highlights alternative views in religious, political artistic, and social opposition.

Fort Sumter: Inception to the Present

How did Fort Sumter come to be built in the mouth of Charleston Harbor and why was this the flash point of the Civil War? This overview will provide the background for the construction of Fort Sumter, the events that led to the start of the deadliest war in American history, its significance during the war, and its military use through World War II. Charleston’s unique harbor and area geography created the wealthiest city in the English Colonies. The accepted way of life and concentrated wealth would cause conflict – with England, within the colony and ultimately with the federal government. After the Civil War, Fort Sumter, because of its strategic location, retained importance in protecting the Charleston Harbor.

Food for Health

This class is for anyone who wants to feel their best, no matter their age. By embracing a positive attitude towards aging and adopting healthy habits, you can live a more vibrant life. We’ll discuss the importance of a balanced diet, focusing on foods that improve brain function, as well as the value of regular movement and maintaining social connections. Whether you want to boost energy, enhance cognitive health or adopt healthier habits, this class offers practical tools to help. It’s never too late to make choices that benefit your mind, body and future!

The Dreyfus Affair

In 1894, Alfred Dreyfus, a Jewish officer in the French Army, was falsely convicted of treason for selling military secrets to Germany and sentenced to life imprisonment on Devil’s Island. The French Army, still recovering from its 1871 defeat in the Franco-Prussian War, scapegoated Dreyfus. The conviction, occurring amid a period of intense antisemitism in France, was quite popular. The Dreyfus Affair polarized French society: Dreyfusards against antisemites. Through the actions of a few heroic individuals, Dreyfus was exonerated in 1906, reinstated in the army and served in World War I. The prosecution’s case invoked a misuse of probability theory, which drew France’s most prominent mathematicians to Dreyfus’s defense. This mathematical error has stimulated legal scholarship and still troubles modern courts.

Cursed by a Bite: Vampires

Slinking through the shadows of night, they come to feed on the innocent. Vampires are among the world’s most celebrated and popular monsters, and they have an extremely complex history and biology surrounding them, supported by a long line of books and movies featuring them both as villains and heroes. Yet, working out exactly which fears drove the rise of vampires is a tricky question to answer because they are such multifaceted monsters with no clear point of origin. Perhaps, instead, vampires represent a catalog of invisible “monsters” that have plagued mankind.

The Timeless James Baldwin

In this class, you’ll learn about James Baldwin and discover that his critique of America and the history of our racial relations is timeless. The class will focus on his famous work “The Fire Next Time.” Experience gained during personal interviews with Baldwin will highlight why he might be the singular most important voice on Black America. While many people have misinterpreted his writings and have described him as an angry and bitter man, you’ll learn how his book “The Fire Next Time” if read carefully is a love letter to America.

Checking Out Books at the Human Library

Libraries offer numerous benefits, including free access to resources, learning and promoting community engagement. The Human Library is a hand-on learning platform that hosts personal conversations between a Human Book and the Reader. It’s a safe framework, whereby taboo topics can be discussed openly and without condemnation. It’s also a place where people who would otherwise never talk, find room for conversation. Listen to the two librarians who support reading spaces and recruit potential Human Books.

Unconscious Bias

Unconscious bias is a learned stereotype that is automatic, unintentional, deeply ingrained, universal and able to influence behavior. Unconscious bias seeps into decisions that affect recruitment, retention, hiring, access to healthcare, banking, housing, education, the justice system, providing services, interpersonal interactions and outcomes in ways that can disadvantage both individuals and groups of people. We all have some form of unconscious bias, and the key is to recognize that we have it and employ techniques to mitigate it. In this session, you will:

• Learn to assess and measure your unconscious bias
• Be able to define unconscious bias
• Learn the history of unconscious bias in America
• Learn how subconsciously, decisions are being made in your mind
• Learn how unconscious bias affects everyday life
• Finally, learn ways to mitigate your bias

The Flavors of Chinese Festival Cuisines

Food is at the heart of every celebration, and Chinese festivals are no exception! Join us for an engaging and delicious journey through the traditional foods enjoyed during major Chinese festivals, including the Lunar New Year, Lantern Festival, Dragon Boat Festival and Mid-Autumn Festival. Learn about the rich history and cultural significance behind these beloved dishes — why families gather to make dumplings for the New Year, why sticky rice dumplings (zongzi) are eaten during the Dragon Boat Festival and how mooncakes became the symbol of Mid-Autumn celebrations.

As a special treat, you’ll also have the opportunity to sample mooncakes and experience a taste of this cherished tradition. Come hungry for knowledge and for a bite of history!

Optimist Theatre: Bringing Shakespeare to the City

Susan Fry, Executive Director of Optimist Theatre, has produced 16 seasons of free, live professional performances of William Shakespeare’s works, known as “Shakespeare in the Park.” The company performs classic comedies (Much Ado About Nothing), tragedies (Hamlet, Romeo & Juliet) and less well-known plays (Cymbeline).

From its humble beginning in 2010 to a robust tour at over a dozen locations across Milwaukee County in 2024, Susan and Optimist have transformed idle green spaces into places where audiences watch outstanding live theatre. Susan will share how the magic of Shakespeare’s plays transformed her life for the better and gave her the will to share that special energy through free live performances.

Trees of Milwaukee Cemeteries

Especially in urban spaces, sacred grounds can become important natural refuges. In the Milwaukee area, sacred grounds are often cemeteries. Following a survey of sacred forests around the world, join urban forester Dan Buckler in a discussion of trees and forests of local cemeteries. Do these spaces differ from the outside community? Are there trees found there but rarely elsewhere? Are cemeteries windows to the past, preserving vegetation from earlier times?

Holocaust Destination: Ecuador

In a country with virtually no Jews, nearly 5,000 Jews found a welcome refuge from the Nazi Holocaust in Ecuador, a country most had never heard of. This presentation traces the history of the Jews in Ecuador, focusing on the contributions these refugees made and continue to make to their adoptive homeland

The War in Ukraine

A UWM Professor of History (Emeritus), specializing in modern history of eastern and central Europe, discusses the greatest armed conflict in Europe since the Second World War. Topics to be covered will include the background of the war, the aims of Russia, the course and cost of the fighting, the response and changing policies of the United States, and the repercussions of the war throughout the world and the possible stakes of the outcome. The talk will be illustrated with PowerPoint.

Ukraine and Nuclear Proliferation

Putin’s invasion of Ukraine and Trump 2.0 will bring significant changes to U.S.-Ukraine as well as U.S.-NATO relations. It will very likely result in an immediate proliferation in “Tactical Nuclear Weapons.” Ukraine is what specialists refer to as a “Nuclear Threshold State,” meaning fully equipped to move swiftly toward “Tactical Nuclear Weapons,” and NATO nations also are on the verge. Fear of Putin and a belief that one cannot fully trust President Trump already is leading European nations to plan to develop a handful of “Tactical Nuclear Weapons” as their own individual “deterrent” force against Russia. The same is true in the Pacific, where fear of China and N.Korea, as well as uncertainty about Trump 2.0, is leading S.Korea, Taiwan and Japan, 3 “Nuclear Threshold States,” to develop Mid-Range Missiles and “Tactical Nuclear Weapons.” Many specialists have concluded that we are at the “Dawn of a New Nuclear Age.” The consequences of the War in Ukraine propelled it, we need to examine it. 

Historic Milwaukee and Doors Open 2025

Historic Milwaukee has been educating residents and visitors alike about our great city’s past, present and future through tours and special events. And, the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UWM  has been a special partner for many years. Come and learn about the Historic Milwaukee and get a special preview of the upcoming Doors Open event and, if interested, learn how you can become involved by volunteering.

SoulCollage

Using a long standing process called SoulCollage, participants will begin to make their own deck of collage cards that have a unique way ot using your intuition to explore your own way ot knowing. This process has been used in so many different ways by past participants that you’ll explore the best fit for you.

The Ethics of Pursuit of Great Wealth

Learning what great thinkers have concluded about ethics can help us think critically about ourselves, our values and how we conduct ourselves in situations that may present challenges to our beliefs. We’ll look at the views of philosophers, religious leaders and contemporary thinkers as we consider moral and ethical challenges that may arise when we desire to acquire great wealth. Links to relevant articles and videos will be sent to participants prior to the class to familiarize them with philosophy, its terms and the topic.

Nationalist Traditions in Western Classical Music

Description: NATIONALIST TRADITIONS IN WESTERN CLASSICAL MUSIC

I. The origins of Russian classical music
Learn about a dedicated group of Russian composers – the “Mighty Handful” – who shaped the future of Russian classical music in the late 19th Century. Folk melodies and myths, national pride, and love of simple melodies informed a new movement in Czarist Russia.

Hear music by Cui, Balakirev, Borodin, Rimsky-Korsakov and Mussorgsky.

II. Eastern Europe Nationalism
In the late 19th and early 20th century, composers in Eastern European countries composed classical music influenced by folk music, traditions and myths. They celebrated the culture of communities yet to rule themselves.

Sample music by Czech composers Dvorak, Smetana, and Martinu; Hungarian composers Liszt, Bartok, and Kodaly; and Polish composers Chopin, Szymanowski, and Gorecki.

III. National music of England
There is no recognized “school” of music, but a group of artists shared a basic philosophical perspective. They rejected Wagner and other “modernism” trends. As English nationalists, they looked back to a golden age of the 16th century – the folk songs, the Tudor inheritance, and the “eternal verities of the English landscape.” This perspective is represented by English landscape artists and poets as well. Poets often inspired the compositions. World War I shook the nation and influenced composers as well.

Composers include Vaughan Williams, Elgar, Finzi, Bridge, Bax, Butterworth, Britten and others.

IV. American Classical Identity
Antonin Dvorak was invited to the United States in 1892 to jump-start an American Style of music. But a consensus did not emerge until the 1930 – stamped with the unmistakable signature of Aaron Copland, the “Dean of American Music;” who championed uniquely American celebrations and the vast character of the American landscape.

Explore how an American style of classical music evolved. Hear selections from Ives, Gershwin, Barber, Grant-Still, Grofe, Hanson and others.

Impact of Social Isolation and Loneliness

Social isolation and loneliness among older adults are significant public health concerns that can lead to various physical and mental health issues. In fact, the U.S. Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy, declared social isolation and loneliness a public health issue on May 3, 2023. He emphasized the significant health consequences of these conditions and called for a national strategy to advance social connection. Addressing social isolation and loneliness is crucial for improving the overall well-being and quality of life for older adults. This workshop will discuss the differences between isolation and loneliness, risk factors for isolation and loneliness, and conditions that are exacerbated by loneliness and isolation. We will discuss ways to mitigate isolation and loneliness and engage in a brainstorming activity to generate ideas about what we can do locally to address this important issue.

Consciousness: What it is, and Why it Matters

This course will examine some scientific, philosophical and social questions around consciousness. What does it mean for humans to be conscious? Is consciousness located in the brain and body, or in an immaterial self? Is consciousness something that living things other than humans possess, and if so, how do we know? Are robots and artificial intelligence conscious? How is being conscious related to being a person, for ethical and legal purposes? We won’t give definitive answers to these questions, but we will look to science and philosophy, literature and film, and popular culture for some current ideas.

Odd Couples: Nunez’ The Friend and Smith’s Autumn

Odd Couples: Sigrid Nunez’ The Friend and Ali Smith’s Autumn Written just two years apart, Sigrid Nunez’s The Friend (winner of the National Book Award for fiction) and Ali Smith’s Autumn (short-listed for the Man Booker Prize) both feature unlikely pairings: the relationship between a woman and the dog she reluctantly inherits (Nunez) and the friendship between a 33-year-old woman and a 101-year-old man (Smith). Both novels challenge us to expand how we define love – and remind us of all the ways, as Smith writes, that it “let[s] you see where you are, who you are.” Both novels are about how we tell the stories of who we are and what the world is – while challenging us to tell those stories in new ways. Both novels are acts of resistance, against cultural and political pressures to conform to master narratives prescribing how we live our lives. How might our experience of reading these two novels – themselves in some ways an odd couple – challenge us to think differently about the company we keep, the communities we form, and the world we inhabit? How might their very oddness help us appreciate our differences as well as what binds us together? We’ll explore these and similar themes through the community we form and the company we keep through this Osher class.

Songs of Cole and Noel

The wonderful witty and sentimental lyrics of Cole Porter and Noel Coward give us a glimpse not only into the genius of song composing but also into the time in which these two geniuses lived. Dale Gutzman will share with you little known facts about their lives, their loves and their wit. He will perform some of their best known song lyrics and examine the hidden meanings. You will say, “What a swell party this is!”

So This is Jazz

“So This Is Jazz” is a guide to jazz listening. It’s not intended for those who play jazz, but those to like jazz music and are curious about the musical foundations and history of the music. It assumes no musical knowledge or background, but will give you a sense of the creativity of those who perform jazz.

Mavericks in Sports: A Historical Perspective

Because of their extraordinary physical gifts, it can be easy to forget that athletes face the same emotional pressures and social challenges as we all do. This course will bring to light the stories of a number of sports figures whose actions in the face of those difficulties often significantly impacted not only their respective sports, but society in general.

Why Risk It? Life Planning

During this class, we will learn about the importance of estate planning, preventing probate and the basics of Medicaid: What are the legal documents everyone should have, what are they, how to control and protect your assets while you are alive, disabled and after you pass. We will explore the risks of probate, what probate really means and the best ways to prevent it from happening to you and your family. Finally, we will talk about the basics of Medicaid, why most people think they won’t qualify and how that is not necessarily true.

How and Why to Read Graphic Novels

Like all good literature, graphic novels (or comics) use many forms to treat the human condition. In this class, I will discuss their history, and I will demonstrate the elements of reading a comic and understanding the techniques used by the various artists. I will present examples of comics as journalism, as history, as memoir, as biography and as fiction, including fantasy, Sci Fi and drama. My goal is to open this rich world to newcomers and to expand it for those who are already familiar with graphic novels.

Many Beats: Interactive Drum Circle

Join this fun hands-on learning opportunity. Interactive Class/Drum Circle will explore basic rhythm and beats for fun. Learning drumming patterns is great for brain health! No prior music training is necessary. The class will include stick/percussion techniques using clapping, hand percussion and drums. Basic syncopation and polyrhythms will be explored. Please feel free to bring your own drum/percussion instrument(s). The final class will include a brief performance!

The Evolution of Systemic Racism

The Evolution of Systemic Racism will focus on the history and evolution of the economic, legal, theological and philosophical systems embedded in our country’s laws and systems to ensure white dominance and to marginalize our Black brothers and sisters. We will follow the four roots as they become ever more intertwined and grow ever more deeply each decade to produce the racial disparities that we experience today. While there are many stories of minorities that could, and need to, be told, given eight weeks, these conversations will focus on those systems and structures that have resulted in wealth disparities, mass incarceration and the unchecked killing of Black people. Weekly Topics: Session 1: The Roots / Session 2: Impact of the Great Awakenings / Session 3: Dred Scott to Jim Crow / Session 4: When There Are More of “Them” than “Us” / Session 5: FDR to Beginnings of Civil Rights / Session 6: Civil Rights Movement and Lyndon Johnson / Session 7: Pushback – From Nixon to Bush / Session 8: Culture Wars and Ongoing Issues

“Brideshead Revisited” and “The Power and the Glory”

Connecting to classic novels helps us through our topsy-turvy lives. Through Evelyn Waugh’s luminous “Brideshead Revisited” we will explore the narrative of identity, family dysfunction, religion, love, and war. We will end with the “whisky priest” in Graham Greene’s “The Power and the Glory” as he struggles to do good. These beautifully written novels highlight our struggles and triumphs.

Chicago’s World Fair: Bright and Dark

In the midst of a city reeling from the stench of stockyards, a severe economic downturn, high unemployment and homelessness, a serial killer, power hungry and sometimes corrupt politicians, and competition from larger, more esteemed American cities, Chicago met the challenge of developing and hosting a world-class event: The Columbian Exposition. Against teeming challenges, a group of forward thinkers gave the world a truly spectacular experience that fostered inventiveness, adventure, and joy. All the world had its place; Wisconsin too left its mark. However, all was not golden.

Personal Tools for Using AI

Sept 3rd: Personal Tools for Using AI. “Part one: Everyday AI – Smarter Ways to Find What You Need Online.” 
AI search engines change the way we explore information on the Internet. Get answers, not just links. We’ll use Perplexity, an AI alternative to Google. Use AI to investigate topics, check facts, explore connections across subjects, and evaluate choices such as purchases we may make. Learn how to create organized reports and to check the accuracy of AI responses.

Sept 10th: Personal Tools for Using AI. “Part two: Everyday AI – A workflow using AI as a writing assistant.”
Explore how AI can help with writing tasks, including brainstorming, organizing data, revising content, and tailoring our writing to an audience. We’ll use tools like Claude and ChatGPT Canvas. We’ll focus on working with AI to create content that is not merely generic. AI can also serve as a copyreader, offering more contained options that leave writing in our complete control.

Sept 17th: Personal Tools for Using AI. “Part three: Everyday AI – Conversing with AI.”
 We will try out conversational AI programs such as ChatGPT 4o and Gemini 2.0 which let us communicate using natural language. These programs can use voice, vision, and live internet access to assist us. We will demonstrate using these chat programs to solve problems. These may include addressing computer issues, choosing a restaurant, understanding tax policies, identifying a plant and how to care for one, or learning to use a microwave. AI programs may also be set to role-play – to adopt points of view, support learning, or provide advice.
 
Sept 24th: Personal Tools for Using AI. “Part four: Everyday AI – Building a personal knowledge base.”
This session will show how to select local materials to further your exploration. “Libraries” in NotebookLM address focused topics using personal, published, and Internet sources. We’ll learn how to build our own knowledge collections. Demonstration libraries will be used to explore how to query these collections – even building an audio blog on a subject of our choosing.

Historic Milwaukee Women We Should Know

Women hold up half the sky but often we only hear about a handful of the most famous. This talk will cover some of the unknown women who played a vital role in the development and history of Milwaukee, going back to the 1700s.

Searching for Life in the Universe

Are we alone in the universe? Learn how the latest science is addressing this ancient question. We’ll begin by focusing on what the origin and evolution of life on Earth may tell us about the potential for life on other worlds, and then turn to the possibility of life elsewhere in our solar system and on planets around other stars. This class will also reflect on what these cosmic topics can tell us about ourselves.

Founding Documents of US: Are They at Risk?

Join attorney Robert Habush as he shares the history and significance of the following documents that guide and define our nation: The Emancipation Proclamation, The Constitution, The Bill of Rights and key Amendments to the Constitution. Are they at risk?

Introduction to Buddhism

Buddhism is a major spiritual force in the world today. From its roots in Asia 25 centuries ago, Buddhism has become one of the fastest growing religions in Europe and North America. Its compelling insights into human existence offer an ancient yet very relevant alternative to the materialism of the modern age. The objective of this course is to investigate the origins and historical development of Buddhism as well as its current trends. The course will explore Buddhism’s central, unifying principles, as well as, its diverse forms, from the esoteric rituals of Tantric Buddhism to the minimalist refinement of Zen. The course will also delve into Buddhism’s most important sacred writings, as well as the sacred art inspired by the Buddha and his teachings.

Introduction to Tai Chi

Tai Chi (taijiquan) is a centuries old technique to improve movement, flexibility and balance. Originally designed for martial arts applications, the movements came to be practiced for exercise, mediation and physical health. Today, it is practiced around the world and research now demonstrates its benefit for arthritis, heart disease, high blood pressure and stress.

This introduction will walk through some of the fascinating history and science and then provide some beginning exercises, along with information on local instructors, should participants wish to try out tai chi on their own.

The Black Middle Class in Milwaukee

Join us for a community forum on the Black middle class in the Milwaukee-metropolitan area. Typically, the narrative surrounding Black Milwaukee is one of poverty, struggle and crime, but there are many Black residents who have achieved success and stability. This is an opportunity for us to discuss the Black Middle Class in Milwaukee and to share research from the project.

Family to Fiction: Historical Narratives

Explore how family history can inspire historical fiction in this engaging lecture. Drawing from her work on Italians during World War II in the U.S. and Sicily, the lecturer reveals how personal stories intersect with geopolitical events to create authentic narratives. Learn techniques for uncovering family stories, connecting them to history, and exploring universal themes like resilience and identity. Ideal for writers and history enthusiasts seeking inspiration from their own heritage.

Finding Hope in Grief and Loss

We experience all kinds of grief in our lives … death, divorce, estrangement, the loss of good health or the loss of a job, for example. In a society that is grief avoidant, we need to find ways to create a renewed motivation, hope and actionable insights for our own journeys. In this course, Gael Garbarino Cullen, author of “Owning Grief,” and her daughter, Kathleen Cullen Ritter, a professional grief guide, offer practical advice to deal with loss and recovery. Gael draws from her own experience of discovering post-traumatic growth after the death of her 40-year-old husband, leaving her suddenly a single parent. Kathleen’s hope-filled insights are drawn from a 15-year career in coaching those who are grieving.

Movie Sampler Fall 2025

Movie Sampler classes will meet on four consecutive Friday afternoons. Movies will highlight the talents of a specific artist, director or producer and will carry a theme. The final roster of movies will be shared in the Osher newsletter.

Fall Potpourri III

Monday, November 3 — The Ups and Downs of Being a Flight Attendant with Kerry Prather-Jahnke

The presenter is a flight attendant with 36 years of experience crisscrossing the country and the planet. Her talk will touch on the hiring process, training demands and other responsibilities. She will give us an insider’s look at her daily routine as well as the changes the airline industry has undergone since she started. She will also share interesting anecdotes about fellow crew members, colorful passengers, and she’ll let us know why she continues to fly even though she’s been eligible for retirement for the past few years.

Monday, November 10 — Big Cats and Wild Dogs of South Africa with Jeannee Sacken and Michael Briselli

Wild dogs. Lions. Leopards. Cheetahs. Join photographers Jeannée Sacken and Michael Briselli for an armchair safari in southern Africa where you’ll meet some of the continent’s most endangered predators. You’ll learn about their lifestyles and breeding. Safari gear is optional.

Monday, November 17 — Dazzling New Zealand with Jane Stoltz

 “Dazzling,” “enchanting,” join us for A “Tramp” on the South Island; a trip of a life time, that’s New Zealand!  Captured by photos, join four, travel crazy friends on their remarkable adventure on New Zealand’s stunning and diverse South Island.  Sublime rainforests, mountains, glaciers, fjords and wildlife unique to New Zealand await you.

Chicken City Documentary: History of Chickens

Chicken City, is a groundbreaking documentary exploring the cultural significance of the chicken. This unique film delves into the riveting history of the chicken through art, literature, music and film, revealing how this everyday animal has left a lasting imprint on human culture across centuries.

History of the Hefter Center

Participation in this course will make you a keeper and storyteller for one of Milwaukee’s best preservation success stories. Follow a German immigrant family through their success in heavy industry and their building of several Lake Drive and neighborhood mansions. Over time our center becomes a dormitory and their industrial location a polluted Superfund site. The Hefters restore a mansion into a center for continuing education. The original industrial site transforms into a leading regional institute for UWM and our Great Lakes.

Lunch & Learn: Light on Light: Russian Empire Impressionism

While the play of light on objects has always fascinated artists, French impressionists took this preoccupation to new levels. So did Russian artists. While experimenting with French concepts, the northern painters quickly adapted their insights to the qualities of light in their own environments. Landscapes, still life and portraits are filled with the reflected light that these painters saw. Impressionistic influences lasted into the Soviet era as well. Trace this continuing influence through the examples in this presentation.

Cream: Rock’s First Supergroup

During their short existence, Cream defined the nascent virtuoso power trio, influencing future generations of musicians. The three members, Baker, Bruce and Clapton, fused rock, jazz and blues, into a sound the world had never heard before. Certainly the “Cream” of the contemporary players, the grueling touring, recording schedule, as well as latent personal animosities, ended the band. This class examines the band members histories, their joining together, breakup, subsequent musical projects and Cream’s legacy.

Story Time

Story Time is a three-week literary journey designed for those who love to immerse themselves in captivating tales. Each week, a carefully selected short story will be read out loud, drawing you into a world of imagination and emotion. After the reading, participate in a lively and thought-provoking discussion, to explore the deeper themes, characters and meanings within the story. Whether you’re a seasoned reader or a curious newcomer, this class offers a unique opportunity to engage with literature in a dynamic, interactive way, enhancing your understanding and appreciation of the art of storytelling. Join us for a celebration of narrative, insight and connection!

Fall Potpourri I

Sept 8 — Identity Theft: Protect and Prevent, Ben Merens

Identity theft continues to be the fastest growing crime in the United States. The more you learn about it, the less vulnerable you are. The Wisconsin Bureau of Consumer Protection will explain the different types of identity theft, how to recognize it and how to prevent it – including information about Fraud Alerts and Security Freezes. Receive tips for safeguarding personal information and how to recover from Identity Theft. Helpful brochures will be available.

Sept 15 — History of Milwaukee Retail Stores, Sandi Kaiser

This class will look back at the history of retail in Milwaukee. We will reminisce on its downtown shopping area, the evolution of its shopping malls, its iconic department stores and independent fashion retailers that delivered on personal service and style. Enjoy historic images and anecdotal memories about stores such as Goldman’s, Chapman’s, Kovacs, The Grand, Mr. Roberts and others. Remember your first trips to Southgate, Capital Court and Mayfair. Come ready to share your favorite stories about shopping in Milwaukee both as a child and as a young adult. What have we learned in the era of big chains and now online shopping?

Sept 22 — Galaxies Discovered by James Webb Telescope, Dennis Roscoe

Dr. Roscoe will be discussing the different types of galaxies and the recent discoveries made by the James Webb Space Telescope about newly born galaxies that formed within 500 million years of the Big Bang. Learn how we can determine the age and mass of a newborn galaxy.

Holocaust: Why, How, Future Implications

Session 1:  What conditions existed in Germany and the World that allowed Adolf Hitler to rise to power in Germany? How did Europe react to Hitler’s leadership? What signs may have been missed? Session 2: Once Hitler and the Nazi Party gained control in Germany, how did they disenfranchise the Jews in Europe? What laws and regulations were put in place? How did the Nazi regime murder 6,000,000 Jews (and close to 5,000,000 others)? What lessons can we learn?

Reflecting on Current Events

This course focuses on current events and “breaking news” in areas of public interest: government operations and decision-making, civil and human rights advocacies, promotion of the Rule of Law domestically and internationally, equal protection and due process challenges, law enforcement and community-based policing, and prosecutorial and judicial proceedings, among others. Based on reading assignments and consideration of fact-based public reports and news articles, participants are afforded opportunities for discussion and to delve into the occurrences of our times.

Go Explore Excursions – Fall

Go Explore Excursions are half and full-day trips to various locations of interest in Milwaukee and southeastern Wisconsin.

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UWM members can experience our Go Explore Excursions.

Register for Institute programs online or call 414-227-3320. You must be a member to register for any Go Explore program.

Grohmann Museum Tour: The Legend Lives On – 50 Years Later

In remembrance of the tragic event of November 10, 1975, The Legend Lives On – 50 Years Later marks the 50th Anniversary of the sinking of the SS Edmund Fitzgerald. However, the legend lives on in both art and popular culture. Included in this show are original paintings of the boat under construction and of the completed Edmund Fitzgerald. Models, photographs and other Fitzgerald ephemera will also be on view for this special display linked to what was the largest ship to travel the Great Lakes at the time of her launch in 1958.

This exhibition is presented through the kind cooperation of Northwestern Mutual and the Milwaukee Public Library. ABOUT THE MUSEUM: The Grohmann Museum collection comprises of more than 2,000 paintings, sculptures and works on paper from 1500 to the present. They reflect a variety of artistic styles and subjects that document the evolution of organized work from manpower and horsepower to water, steam, and electrical power. The collection was gifted to Milwaukee School of Engineering in 2001 by Milwaukee businessman and collector Dr. Eckhart Grohmann.

‘Come From Away’ at the Milwaukee Repertory Theater

This exhilarating Tony Award-winning musical shares the remarkable true story of nearly 7,000 airline passengers from all over the world who were grounded in the small Canadian town of Gander during the wake of 9/11. Experience this joyous story, with a dynamic score and a vibrant, fast-paced narrative, as spirited locals and global passengers come together to forge friendships that will stay with them forever. This breathtaking production opens the new Checota Powerhouse Theater and will leave you cheering for the power of community.

“Gargoyles, Grotesques and Dragons” Walking Tour

Historic Milwaukee, Inc. presents the many “faces” of Downtown Milwaukee’s buildings. These ghoulish figures first appeared on medieval churches to remind people that there is another world full of monsters, demons and strange beasts waiting for sinners. From monsters to angels and a shamrock or two, these architectural ornaments will delight you on your tour. Milwaukee is blessed with an abundance of splendid looking historic buildings — yet have you ever really looked at them in detail? Most people haven’t. Join Historic Milwaukee tour guide and Osher member, Steve Kessel, on a stroll through downtown and check out the scary and startling but also the whimsical and beautiful exterior ornamentation of these classic structures.

Accessibility: This is a walking tour. Walking on sidewalks and city streets.

Commerce Street: From Canals to Condos Walking Tour

On this walking tour, discover how Commerce Street began as a canal, how industries like leather tanning took advantage of the canal for power and the Milwaukee River for water and transportation, and how much the breweries depended on the Beerline railway line. Then learn about the more recent changes as Commerce Street became home to condos and apartments on either side of the popular Lakefront Brewery in the former Milwaukee Electric Railway & Light Co.’s coal-fired plant.

Accessibility: Walking tour, uneven surface for walking in a couple of places, difficult for wheelchairs.

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High Tea at the Dubbel Dutch Hotel

Novel Tea Room is a modern Victorian tea room housed in the historic Dubbel Dutch Hotel. Novel Tea Room offers teas ranging from 1886 oolongs to modern herbal blends and every color and style in between. In addition to teas, Novel also offers a curated selection of house-made pastries. Sip on High Tea at Novel Tea Room, enjoy a pastry and peruse the rare books for sale in this immaculately restored double mansion which was originally constructed in 1898.

All Day: Nutcracker at the Castle Food Tour

On this Holiday Food tour led by Milwaukee Food & City Tours, we will stop at a Chocolatier and a Cheese Factory for samples and shopping, then on to Fond du Lac to explore a 6th generation floral company and their poinsettia greenhouses and a few other shopping spots. We will receive discounted shopping at each place. Lunch will be at the Red Cabin at Green Acres, another family-owned and operated business. The cornerstone of this trip will be the time spent at the Paine Art Center in Oshkosh. Immerse yourself in the magic of the “Nutcracker in the Castle” where this famous story comes to life. Every year this historic and ornate estate is decorated to represent scenes of Tchaikovsky’s the Nutcracker throughout both the home and the gardens.

PICK UP/DROP OFF LOCATION: Bayshore Park & Ride, 5725 N. Bayshore Dr., Glendale and Port Washington Park & Ride, 150 W. Seven Hills Rd., Port Washington.

A Night with the Stars: Milwaukee Astronomical Society

Come experience an on-site visit to one of the largest amateur astronomy observatories in the country, the Milwaukee Astronomical Society (MAS), a 93-year-old club based in New Berlin, Wisconsin. Their observatory is home to a wide variety of amateur astronomy history, observations and telescopes. The president of the MAS, Matthew Ryno, a published citizen scientist with over 300 citizen science observations, will talk about the club’s history, showcase the best targets in the night sky and explain how to get started in astronomy whether you are just starting to learn the sky or want to get involved in science — no telescope required! Then join Matthew and observatory director, Lee Keith, for a tour of the club’s telescopes on site, a demonstration and live observing of deep sky nebulas, galaxies, star clusters and planets if it is clear. If cloudy, we will plan to do remote observing through a telescope stream from a location in Chile. Dress for possible cool weather, bring a flashlight to help see when you arrive and bring your questions.

Accessibility: A wheel chair ramp if available upon request, but not all buildings are fully accessible grass field.

The Beautiful Ten Chimneys Tour

Ten Chimneys is the estate and gentleman’s farm lovingly created by Broadway legends Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne. This Go Explore tour of Ten Chimneys not only celebrates the one-of-a-kind collection the Lunts amassed during their lifetimes, but also honors the values found in every corner of the their lives, both on the stage and in the house they called home for more than half a century. Nestled in the charming village of Genesee Depot, this beautifully preserved property offers an intimate glimpse into the lives of two of the stage’s most celebrated stars. Whether you’re a theater enthusiast, history lover or simply curious traveler, a tour of Ten Chimneys is an unforgettable experience — equal parts cultural treasure and personal time capsule.

Accessibility: No walkers, wheelchairs. Uneven surfaces.

St. Augustine Preparatory Academy Tour

St. Augustine Preparatory Academy South Campus was first open in 2017 based on the belief that no matter where you were born or the zip code you grow up in, all children are entitled to an excellent education. This has a tremendously positive impact on students, not only academically but as they develop to be future leaders and highly contributing citizens that will positively influence their community. St. Augustine provides an excellent non-denominational education with an uninterrupted K4-12 experience. Take a guided tour of this exceptional school and its beautiful campus!

Accessibility: School is accessible, but this will be approximately a one-hour walking tour throughout most of the campus buildings and grounds. It is mostly walking, without any standing.

Milwaukee Art Museum: Guided Bradley Collection 50th Anniversary Tour

Join Osher members in a guided tour featuring the 50th Anniversary of the Bradley Collection at the Milwaukee Art Museum (MAM). In 1975, Mrs. Harry Lynde (Peg) Bradley gifted her extraordinary collection of nearly 400 modern and contemporary works of art, which forever changed MAM and Milwaukee’s cultural landscape. This collection remains the cornerstone of the institution’s modern art collection and includes works by O’Keefe, Picasso, Kandinsky and Chagall. After the guided tour, you are invited to stay and have lunch and/or tour the rest of the museum on your own.

Accessibility: This will be a one-hour plus walking tour. Participants will be required to stand most of the time.

History, Heritage and Culture at Dheinsville Historical Park

Nestled in the peaceful surroundings of the 10-acre Dheinsville Historical Park, you’ll find three fascinating museums. Start your visit at the Bast Bell Museum, where you can admire Sila Best’s stunning private collection of 5,000 bells, all displayed inside a beautifully restored 1875 barn. Next, step back in time to learn about Germantown’s first pioneer families by touring the Wolf family’s half-timbered homestead, built in 1854. Finally, cross the street to the Christ Church Museum of Local History, a National Register of Historic Places site housed in the original 1862 church building. Discover more about Germantown’s rich history on a guided tour of all three museums, led by knowledgeable members of the Germantown Historical Society.

Accessibility: This will be at least a two-hour walking tour, stopping at three sites. All building are handicap accessible. This is a park, so there are benches and picnic tables available.

Lighting Up the Hoan: A Behind-the-Scenes Edelweiss Cruise Experience

Join Erika Smith of “Light the Hoan” for a special opportunity for a behind-the-scenes look at the history and process of lighting a Milwaukee Landmark from Lake Michigan – all while enjoying an Edelweiss Cruise. “Light the Hoan” is a collective of local business and civic leaders who have joined forces to illuminate the Daniel Hoan Memorial Bridge. During this unique and interactive experience, you’ll learn the story behind the project, the technology and the creative vision that bring the bridge to life, while observing the structure from the water. You’ll also have a special opportunity to contribute to the dazzling display in real time.

Accessibility: Walking and sitting on a moving boat.

Will Radler’s Rosarium Fall Tour

A visit to Radler’s Rosarium offers a chance to explore one of Greenfield’s hidden gems. During a guided tour, take in the sights (and smells) of this beautiful two-acre garden showcasing Will Radler’s signature Knock Out® series of roses, along with Fall colors, stunning water features, sculptures, and more. As the creator of the world-famous Knock Out® rose, Will Radler has earned recognition as one of the leading innovators in rose cultivation. Whether you’re a flower enthusiast or simply looking to enjoy a beautiful, tranquil setting, Radler’s Rosarium is a must-see destination that showcases both nature’s beauty and Will Radler’s lasting impact on the world of horticulture.

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Milwaukee Public Market Walking Tour

Come check out our nationally recognized Milwaukee Public Market, an integral part of the Historic Third Ward, as it celebrates its 20th anniversary in our town. This walking tour will be led by docent and Osher member, Cyndi Kramer. Explore the Market’s development including vendors past and present, share more behind-the-scenes stories of the beloved antiques on display and delve into the neighborhood’s past as the center of Commission houses and the wholesale grocery business in Milwaukee on this Historic Milwaukee tour.

Accessibility: Indoor and outdoor walking on level surfaces; elevator to the second floor.

Brass Transit at the South Milwaukee PAC

Join Osher members at the world’s foremost Chicago tribute show, Brass Transit. Brass Transit is a dynamic, crowd-pleasing, studio-tight powerhouse! Since 2008, their accomplished, award-winning roster has paid tribute to the multi platinum, decades-long songbook of Chicago. Brass Transit has toured North America, dazzling audiences with flawless performances and spectacular attention to detail. Chicago hits including “Saturday In The Park,” “25 or 6 to 4,” “If You Leave Me Now,” “Feelin’ Stronger Every Day” and “You’re The Inspiration” have left crowds in awe, inspiring multiple standing ovations. Brass Transit goes beyond just replicating the songs; they embody the music. They recently scored their show for full symphony orchestra with original arrangements and also produced their first self-titled album, taking songs by other top rock artists from the seventies and recording them with horns in the Chicago style. The result is a fresh approach to some of the greatest hits of the era.

Discover Aromatic Acres: A Sustainable Flower Farm Experience

Discover the beauty of sustainable city farming with a guided tour of Aromatic Acres, a specialty cut flower farm, and the 11-acre UW Extension Firefly Ridge Community Gardens! Learn from guides Carly and Joseph Ledger, owners of Aromatic Acres, about their farm and the flowers they grow and Martin Ventura, UW Extension Community Gardens Outreach Specialist, about the UW Extension, the Urban Ag Program and the community gardens. Stroll through vibrant rows of seasonal blooms, explore the environmentally conscious growing techniques, and see how small spaces can produce stunning results. Perfect for flower lovers, gardeners, and nature enthusiasts seeking inspiration in an urban oasis!

Accessibility: This will be a tour at the gardens and we will be standing or walking the entire time over gravel, grass and uneven terrain. Participants will walk about 1-1.5 miles over the course of the tour. There will not be any stairs, but there will be some inclines/declines as the gardens are not completely flat. No chairs will be available.

Beer Tour and Tasting at Water Street Brewery

Join George Bluvas, director of brewing operations, as he shares his expertise on the craft of beer making and leads Osher members on a guided tour of Water Street Brewery’s brewing facilities in Oak Creek. With over 25 years of brewing experience, Water Street Brewery has created more than 60 different beer styles and earned 16 medals at prestigious events like the Great American Beer Festival in Denver and the North American Brewers Association competition in Idaho Falls. During the tour, you’ll learn about the history of beer making and the brewing process, explore the facility and sample a variety of beers crafted on-site. As always, there will be plenty of time for questions and answers. After the tour and tasting, members are welcome to stay and enjoy dinner, on your own, with fellow Osher members.

Direct Supply Tour and Focus Group

The Direct Supply Innovation and Technology Center (ITC) is in the heart of Milwaukee School of Engineering’s campus. This 55,000-square-foot building was completely renovated to serve as a forward-thinking space, where ideas can be independently tested, validated and implemented. Unlike anything in senior care, the ITC is truly a unique place to explore the next generation of senior health solutions. On this Go Explore learn more about the Innovation and Technology Center and get involved in “testing” an idea by participating in a product focus group after the tour.

Explore Art and Nature at the Lynden Sculpture Garden

The Lynden Sculpture Garden is a premiere destination for groups interested in art and nature. It is located on the former estate of Harry Lynde and Margaret Bradley. Skilled docents will guide us through the Sculpture Garden’s collection of 20th-century monumental outdoor sculpture, arrayed across 40 acres of park, lake and woodlands. Be sure to plan some extra time to visit the art gallery and/or the bonsai exhibit after our tour.

Accessibility: This is a 1-1/2 to 2 hour walking tour over uneven ground, most of the time will be spent walking with stops along the way to talk about the particular sculpture or landscape. There are no paved pathways, we will be walking across the grass.

Explore Kinship Food Center and Cafe

Learn about an exciting and successful new community paradigm for solving the hunger crisis. There’s a wonderful transformation that happens in our hearts when we’re called out of our isolation and into community. At the Kinship Food Center (formerly Riverwest Food Pantry), when any member of our community discovers the gift they are meant to give and the gift they are meant to receive, it can surprise, heal and bring new life and purpose. This is true whether you’re a volunteer, shopper or donor. By helping one another amidst the diversity of our backgrounds, our needs and hardships, our blessings and privileges … we grow in gratitude, the wellspring of true generosity. After seeing what the food center has to offer, hop in your car and drive down the road to Kinship Cafe for lunch and discussion about how they are impacting workforce development in the food industry.

Jewish Museum Milwaukee: Violins of Hope

Violins of Hope is a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II. Many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war. Many were donated by or bought from survivors; some arrived through family members and many simply carry Stars of David as decoration. Weaving a tapestry throughout our community, the Violins of Hope-Wisconsin residency will tell stories of instruments from the Holocaust, and the musicians who played them, through educational and cultural programs and exhibits — fostering hope, resilience and unity. The instruments deliver a powerful message, as the Violins of Hope website says: “Remember me, remember us. Life is good, celebrate it for those who perished, for those who survived. For all people.” Join Osher at the Jewish Museum Milwaukee for this a guided tour of this very special exhibit.    

The Milwaukee Police Historical Museum & Training Center

The Milwaukee Police Historical Society is dedicated to preserving and retaining the Milwaukee Police Department’s long and unique history, as well as honoring and remembering the selfless officers who served the Department and the citizens of the City of Milwaukee. The Museum includes a world class collection of the police department’s artifacts throughout the ages, including uniforms, firearms, badges, photographs and equipment. The tour will also include the Milwaukee Police Academy Regional Training Center where we will learn about the challenges facing new recruits. 

Behind the Scenes at WUWM

Have you ever wondered how WUWM brings radio to your ears each and every day? WUWM, 89.7 FM, broadcasts locally-produced news and music, as well as national and international programming from NPR, APM and BBC. Join Osher on a behind the scenes tour of our very own WUWM. Learn more about the station and see where the broadcasting begins. Meet some of the people that bring you the local news and information. Learn just what it takes to produce and broadcast the valuable information shared by this radio station.

Smithing Copper Cookery

Learn about the skill required to create copper cookware by hand and discover the beauty and utility of cooking with copper. Local coppersmith Sara Dahmen will be our guide through her Fredonia copper shop (https://housecopper.com/) and demonstrate some basic smithing techniques.

America’s Sweethearts: Vintage Vocal Trio at Wisconsin Lutheran College

America has loved the swinging sounds of female close-harmony groups even before The Andrews Sisters hit the airwaves with “Bei Mir Bist Du Schön” in 1937, but audiences will hear those great vintage songs with fresh ears when AMERICA’S SWEETHEARTS take the stage in their fresh and vibrant show at the Wisconsin Lutheran College! These New York City-based ladies have performed across the USA at iconic spaces honoring our veterans (the Intrepid Air and Space Museum, the WASP Museum) as well as large theatres and intimate cabaret venues, getting crowds tapping their feet to hits like “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy” as they celebrate history through their crystal-clear harmony and colorful costumes. With selections from the Great American Songbook, classic Broadway, pop tunes from the 1950s and jazz, AMERICA’S SWEETHEARTS charm audiences of all ages while navigating their way through a variety of trios, duets and solo features … all with a slice of old-fashioned fun!

Where Health, Illness and Art Intersect: Nadiana Art Gallery

Join us for an enlightening tour of Nadiana Art Gallery. A unique part of their mission is to highlight the creativity of artists battling chronic illness, including various neurological and non-neurological diseases. The gallery is a place for inspiration, reflection, celebrating accomplishments and highlighting work that focuses on the intersection between humanities, medicine and the arts. During the visit, the group will explore the art on display, a juried art exhibit for the Coalition of Photographic Arts (CoPA). In addition, the group will experience the intertwining of art, science and medicine through an interactive presentation and special art exhibit on the topic presented by the combined works of Nadia Al Khun and Ahmed Obeidat, MD, PhD.

Authentic Middle Eastern bites and non-alcoholic refreshments will be provided as part of the experience. 

Behind the Stacks: 125 Years of Milwaukee’s Central Library History

The Milwaukee Public Library’s Historic Downtown Central Library is just celebrated its 125th anniversary. It has survived growth, additions, remodels and even pandemics as it continues to modernize to meet the Milwaukee area’s needs and support the other branch locations. Join us to see some 19th, 20th and 21st century images of the changes to public and staff spaces, including some rarely seen areas. Afterwards we will take a walk around the building highlighting some of the changes. Tour guide, Casey Lapworth, is an archivist and librarian in the Archives and Special Collections Department at the Milwaukee Public Library’s Central branch.

Accessible.

All Day: Devil in the White City

Join us for a full-day bus tour to Chicago where we will experience the architectural marvels and historical events surrounding the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition, the setting for Erik Larsen’s bestselling book, “The Devil in the White City.” Before heading home, enjoy a delicious lunch at Orso’s Italian Restaurant, a family-owned and operated Italian destination and neighborhood restaurant and one of the original restaurants in Chicago’s historic Old Town area.

Want to enhance your Go Explore? Register for the Osher Talk FALL104 | Chicago World’s Fair: Bright and Dark, where instructor Shirley Minga will take a deep dive with class participants into the historical fiction book, “The Devil in the White City.”

PICK UP/DROP OFF LOCATIONS: Bayshore Park & Ride, 5725 N. Port Washington Rd., Glendale (https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/travel/road/parknride/mil4075.aspx) and Ryan Road Park & Ride (https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/travel/road/parknride/mil4030.aspx).

Explore the Hmong American Peace Academy

The Hmong American Peace Academy (HAPA), founded in 2004, is a college preparatory K4-12th grade charter school. HAPA is committed to excellence, providing scholars with rigorous academics, character development and Hmong cultural values while preparing them to excel in colleges, careers and peaceful community leadership. HAPA honors tradition, forges new ground and explores innovative ideas. Join Osher on this unique Go Explore to learn about this public charter school of the Milwaukee Public School system and the first Hmong Charter School in Wisconsin.

Osher Arts Camp: Pottery, Watercolor and Leaded Glass

Join us for this week-long beginner’s learning experience into throwing on the potter’s wheel, watercolor painting and creating a leaded glass suncatcher!

Three teachers led by Osher member Kay Antonelli will provide one-hour instructional rotations each day in pottery, watercolor and leaded glass. Leave this Go Explore adventure with your own handcrafted pottery, watercolor exercises and leaded glass suncatcher. No experience needed! All tools, equipment and materials will be provided.

A Taste of Cuba at Cubanitas

Are you traveling to Cuba with Osher—or just wish you were? Skip the plane ride and immerse yourself in the flavors of Cuba with fellow Osher members during this special Go Explore evening at Cubanitas, Wisconsin’s first full service Cuban restaurant. Kick off the night with some savory empanadas while enjoying an educational presenation from Cubanita’s owner and Cuban immigrant, Marta Bianchini. Discover the elements of Cuban cuisine, the story behind Cubanita’s, and insights from Marta’s culinary journey. Then, sit down to a family-style feast featuring a variety of authentic Cuban dishes, followed by a delicious dessert.

Forest Home Cemetery Walking Tour: Stories of Strength – Honoring Black Milwaukeeans

From the early 1800’s, Black Milwaukeeans have played an instrumental role in shaping the city’s development, culture, and identity. This walking tour visits their final resting places in Milwaukee’s Historic Forest Home Cemetety and honors their contributions.

Accessibility: Walking Tour, lots of walking on very uneven ground

A Day in Kohler: Art, Manufacturing and Fall Scenery

Join fellow Osher members for an exciting All-Day Go Explore trip to the Kohler/Sheboygan area! The day kicks off with a guided tour of the foundry where enamel cast iron products are crafted and learn about the intricate process—from creating sand molds and melting steel to watching machines pour metal into molds. Witness the grinding process that prepares products for enameling and discover the two methods of enamel application: an automated line for high-volume items and a manual station for more detailed work. Next, enjoy a delicious lunch at the Horse and Plow Restaurant, a historic gastropub in Kohler, Wisconsin. Afterward, hop on the bus to the John Kohler Art Preserve, home to the John Michael Kohler Arts Center’s permanent collection of over thirty-five artist-built environments. Enjoy a guided tour of these immersive spaces—such as homes, yards and studios—are transformed by artists to express their personal histories, cultural influences and connections to place. As you walk through the preserve, you’ll encounter diverse exhibition styles and have the chance to closely examine five to six collection areas. There will also be plenty of time for independent exploration.

PICK UP/DROP OFF LOCATION: Bayshore Park & Ride, 5725 N. Port Washington Road, Glendale (https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/travel/road/parknride/mil4075.aspx).

Explore Mount Mary University: Campus, Fashions & Archives

Begin this excursion with a guided walking tour of the beautiful Mount Mary University campus. Established in 1929, the university is now well known for its strong programs in fashion design and fashion business. Next, explore the Fashion Department, where you’ll learn about the impressive Fashion Archives—home to over 10,000 pieces including garments, accessories, and fashion art. The lasting influence of Charles Kleibacker, a renowned designer who advised the department to start preserving historic clothing, will be highlighted. In addition to teaching at Mount Mary, Kleibacker gave lectures and presented fashion shows nationwide. Celebrated as the “Master of Bias” for his expertise in garment construction, his couture designs remain iconic—and you’ll have the chance to view a special selection of them on display.

St. Francis Children’s Center

St. Francis Children’s Center (SFCC) is a nonprofit social services agency that serves and educates children with and without special needs throughout Milwaukee County. Founded in 1968 by Sister Joanne Marie Kliebhan and Mr. Eli Tash as an inclusive learning center for children with disabilities and neurotypical children to learn, play and grow together. Today SFCC serves over 1,200 children annually through a variety of programs, funded through grants, tuition, and generous contributions from donors. Guided by the vision that “all children can learn if we can learn how to teach them” Join Osher for a tour of this unique educational facility.

Behind the Machines: Explore Komatsu’s Legacy, Innovation, and Global Impact

Komatsu is a leading manufacturer of construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment. Join Osher members and begin with a tour of the customer experience center where you will learn about the company’s history. Find out where Komatsu trucks are all over the world, in real time, and what they are mining.  Explore the Haul Truck Simulator and the Mini-Mine for a “hands-on” learning experience. Finally, walk the catwalk to see the manufacturing floor and learn about the variety of industries that Komatsu supports.

Yankee Hill Neighborhood Walking Tour

Welcome to Yankee Hill! Did you know that Yankee Hill is one of Milwaukee’s oldest neighborhoods? The neighborhood is bounded by Wisconsin Avenue on the south, Ogden Street on the north, Water Street on the west and Prospect Avenue on the east. This choice, pioneer location on a bluff, high above the surrounding swamp land and open to the cooling breezes off Lake Michigan, saw its period of growth from the 1840s to the early 1900s. Join Osher member and Historic Milwaukee, Inc docent, Steve Kessel, on this tour and learn about Milwaukee’s history, memorable personalities from its past, interesting buildings and hear fun fascinating stories along the way on a walking tour of this impressive neighborhood.

Accessible, but tour is two hours of walking on municipal streets.

Explore Rainforest Rick’s Tropical Frog Haven

Visit Rainforest Rick and his captivating Frog Room on this one-of-a-kind Go Explore. Rainforest Rick Boyd breeds tropical dart frogs, tree frogs, and glass frogs.  Learn about and observe the colorful and vibrant array of these amphibians and Rick’s work, which also extends to cultivating bioluminescent algae. In addition, gain insight into Rick’s conservation efforts aimed at safeguarding several frog specifics that are critically endangered in the wild.  

Address will be shared with registered participants.

Bracelet Making with the Loose Bead Society

Get ready to unleash your creativity with the Loose Bead Society of Milwaukee (https://loosebeadsociety.org/). Join Osher for a Go Explore adventure at the New Berlin Public Library where you’ll learn more about the Loose Bead Society and you’ll dive into the world of jewelry arts. Tap into your artistic side as you create your very own stunning double-strand beaded bracelet with expert guidance from members of the Loose Bead Society. If you can’t get enough, you can take the fun home with you—grab a bracelet-making kit at the end of the event and keep the beading vibes going!

All materials provided.

From Classroom to Cuisine: Discover MATC’s Culinary Arts Program

Join Osher for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the MATC Culinary Arts Program, where culinary creativity meets business management. After the tour, savor the fruits of this unique program by dining at Cuisine Restaurant, a student-run training lab for the Culinary Arts Program. Indulge in a delicious plated lunch prepared and served by the talented culinary students.

*Price includes tour and lunch. Please bring cash to tip your server.

Tabal Chocolate Tasting and Tour

The world of chocolate stretches far beyond the ordinary Hershey Bar. Join Osher to learn the real story about chocolate! This Go Explore class begins with students pouring their own chocolate bars and decorating them with toppings (members will take four chocolate bars home). We’ll taste and learn about the different types of single-origin chocolate, their ingredients and flavor profiles. Also covered is the processing that goes on before the cacao reaches Tabal, and the bean to bar process. Finally, enjoy a around-the-world tasting tour that explores the unique flavor profiles of single-origin chocolate.

Behind the Veil of Forensic Science: Milwaukee County Medical Examiner’s Office

Get a behind-the-scene tour and presentation of the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner’s Office, the only accredited medical examiner office in Wisconsin. The tour includes the toxicology laboratory, autopsy suite and a video presentation of several autopsies. Be prepared for offensive smells and graphic imagery and sights. No photography is allowed.

Accessibility:  The tour will include two levels accessible by stairs only.

Kneeland Walker House & Garden Tour

The Kneeland-Walker House is a historic Queen Anne-style mansion built in 1890. It stands on a 1.5-acre lot—the largest remaining residential property in Wauwatosa—and features distinctive architectural elements. In 1987, the Wauwatosa Historical Society purchased the house and its grounds, transforming it into a museum and cultural center dedicated to preserving local history. The property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and serves as the headquarters for the Historical Society. Learn more about and explore the Kneeland-Walker house’s period architecture and stroll through one of Wisconsin’s finest gardens on this Osher docent-led guided tour.

Accessibility: Not accessible