Christian Wahl, has been called the father of Milwaukee’s park system.
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Christian Wahl Bust Returned to Lake Park
"Grandfather" of Milwaukee's park system is again honored at park he helped build.
Aug 11th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Washington Park Would Honor Olmsted
Washington Boulevard would be renamed to honor Frederick Law Olmsted, who designed the park and two others in Milwaukee.
Jul 20th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Harriet Tubman Park Unveiled
County leaders see new park name as a commitment to representing Milwaukee's Black community.
Jan 7th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Board Approves Harriet Tubman Park
Wahl Park will be renamed for Tubman, and another park will likely be renamed for Wahl.
Sep 25th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Taylor Proposal to Create Harriet Tubman Park Adopted by Board of Supervisors
Sep 25th, 2020 by Sup. Sequanna Taylor
Committee Approves Harriet Tubman Park
Proposal would rename Wahl Park on city's northwest side for famed abolitionist.
Sep 14th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Sup. Taylor Wants a Harriet Tubman Park
County board member pushing to rename Wahl Park on city's North Side.
Jul 7th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Wahl Ave. Named After “Grandfather” of Parks
Before Whitnall there was Christian Wahl, who helped create city’s parks system.
Sep 2nd, 2016 by Carl Baehr
10 Reasons To Save The Domes
Their impact on city culture and image is immense.
Feb 24th, 2016 by Virginia Small
Paving Prospect Pitted Neighbor Against Neighbor
In 1895, neighbors wrestled over an issue: should the street be paved with asphalt or wooden blocks?
Oct 31st, 2015 by Carl Baehr
