Growing up in a time of great downtown reinvention, Michail Takach has been fascinated with Milwaukee’s urban culture, architecture and history since a young age. As an author, historian, nonprofit leader and communications professional, he has a relentless commitment to celebrating our local color.  With his weekly column, Out Look, Michail seeks to expand the Milwaukee LGBTQ narrative in new directions. Books by Michail Takach: LGBT Milwaukee   Back to the full file.

Rainbow crosswalk ribbon cutting

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Rainbow crosswalk ribbon cutting. Photo taken Oct. 6, 2025 by Michael Horne.