Local History

Immerse yourself in the fascinating stories and events that have shaped South Milwaukee. Our members have poured their passion and expertise into a collection of informative pamphlets that covers various aspects of our city’s history.

South Milwaukee and the Yellowstone Trail

When Gene Autry Rode Into Town

South Milwaukee’s Wisconsin Spectacle of Music

A Short History of Basket Making In the Oak Creek settlement that became South Milwaukee

Alfred Lawson: The Man and His Airplane

The History of the Lawson Building

The Mills of South Milwaukee

The Street Car Comes to South Milwaukee

South Milwaukee: The Way It Happened – Event Log

Self Guided Walking Tour Brochure