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Veterans Day Event Will Promote Peace, Not Militarism

'Reclaim Armistice Day' event will take place in the Milwaukee City Hall rotunda on Nov. 11.

UWM Students Gather Community Stories For International Exhibition on Inequality

‘Climates of Inequality’ exhibit includes voices from Milwaukee’s north-side residents.

Second season of Radio Milwaukee’s award-winning podcast “By Every Measure” centers on solutions being developed in Milwaukee

Data expert and journalist Reggie Jackson and Radio Milwaukee’s Tarik Moody return as co-hosts with HYFIN’s Kim Shine joining as an ongoing contributor

Acclaimed International Artist William Kentridge Kicks off U.S. Tour in Milwaukee for Multimedia “Kentridge Arts Festival”

Kentridge to speak and attend open rehearsal at festival; festival emphasizes his interactive practice with career-spanning art, film, theater and music

On the reemergence of America’s Black Holocaust Museum

Statement of Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs February 25, 2022

America’s Black Holocaust Museum Reopens To Great Fanfare

Packed event 14 years in the making is just the beginning says CEO.

America’s Black Holocaust Museum Will Reopen

Grand reopening planned for February 25.

Celebrate International Human Rights Day

Plus, the annual Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol goes virtual, explore African stories and cultural perspectives and check out some holiday installations.

Equal Rights Commission announces Municipality Equality Index score, International Human Rights Day celebration

Anita Johnson to receive 2020 Robert H. Friebert Social Justice Award

How To Understand These Historic Protests

These resources will put the nationwide protests in a proper context.

Schedule of events is set for 8th Annual Bronzeville Week

Opening weekend to feature a variety of virtual events

Grants Target COVID-19 Racial Disparities

More than $1 million in grants will fund programs in Milwaukee County.

Civil Rights Tour of City Is Heart Breaking

But the tour, organized by the BeNoble Group, makes Milwaukee’s black history come alive.

A Cultural Exchange by Local Schools

Student exchanges between predominantly Jewish, Latinx, black and Native American schools growing.

2019 Frank P. Zeidler Legacy Breakfast Honors Reggie Jackson, Recognizes Facilitators of the Year

Featuring Keynote Dialogue with Mike Gousha Supporting the Frank P. Zeidler Center for Public Discussion

“Bridge the City” Helps People Take Action

Local podcast's creators work to change narratives, spur civic action.

Pardeep Singh Kaleka and Arno Michaelis to receive 2019 Robert H. Friebert Social Justice Award

Arno and Pardeep were chosen for their individual and collaborative work to counter hate, provide a model for friendship and the power to change one’s life.

Nominees Sought for Robert H. Friebert Social Justice Award

The honoree will be recognized at the JCRC’s Annual Meeting on June 20, 2019.

Schools to Address Urban Segregation?

'The Color of Law' event triggers local efforts to create history courses on how government segregated cities.

Program on 100th Anniversary of Armistice Day will celebrate peace

The event is a reminder that Nov. 11 – now a day to honor veterans – was established as a day to promote world peace.

Government Caused Segregation, Author Charges

“The Color of Law” writer Richard Rothstein speaks at MATC, galvanizes listeners.

How Long Will Flag Debate Last?

Arts Board might not have decision on the city flag by the end of 2018.

Will City Adopt a New Flag?

Arts Board doesn't seem crazy about "Peoples' Flag," has invited creators to next meeting.

Rebuilding a Vibrant Bronzeville

Actor Danny Glover and many local notables celebrate new development anchored by Black Holocaust Museum.

Preview the New Black Holocaust Museum

Actor Danny Glover featured in opening celebration of building housing museum and Griot Apartments.

Students Retrace Civil Rights Era

Local high schools help students retrace open housing march, travel to Selma, Memphis, key sites.

You’re Invited to Community Advocates Public Policy Institute’s 10th Anniversary Celebration April 26 at the Milwaukee Public Museum

Understanding the Roots and Legacy of Housing Segregation with The Color of Law’s Richard Rothstein and Local Historian Reggie Jackson

ACT II Programming Returns to Milwaukee Repertory Theater as Part of Until The Flooed Production

With Community Guest Responders and Facilitated Dialogues Lead by the Zeidler Center For Public Discussion

Jewish Museum Milwaukee Exhibit Recounts Jewish, African American Alliance for Civil Rights

Museum forms committee of local leaders dedicated to ongoing mutual advocacy for equality

Town Hall Meetings Discuss Police Reforms

Fire and Police Commission seeks community responses to federal study of Milwaukee Police.

Artists Enrich Garfield Apartments Grand Opening

Visual, musical and spoken-word artists celebrate opening of new complex on 4th and North.

The Rise and Fall of Bronzeville

At its peak in the 1930s to 1950s, it had quite a history.

Beyond Sherman Park

Community takes stock of central city a year after unrest. Discussion to air on PBS Aug. 10

Residential Segregation Still A Problem

Other than Brown Deer and Glendale, suburbs are overwhelmingly white.

Why the Jewish Museum Matters

Current exhibit is example of story telling that strengthens community.

Officials Celebrate Garfield Development

Groundbreaking for $17 million development and reopened Black Holocaust Museum.

A Hard Look at U.S. Racial History

Thousands of lynchings, one in Milwaukee. Experts convene at local museum.

MPTV and WUWM Collaborate on Sherman Park Special

Both Radio and Television Formats to Air Throughout the Weekend of August 19-21 on MPTV and WUWM

Can Black Holocaust Museum Be Reborn?

New Maures Development complex could house it on ground floor, but details are scanty.

Marquette Theatre presents “To Kill a Mockingbird: An African American Perspective” lecture

The play will run at the Marquette Theatre from Nov. 12-22.

Major Goolsby’s, Still a Great Sports Bar

One of nation's first, where Charles Barkley and Reggie Jackson, among others, hung out.

Do Black Lives Matter?

Our history suggests answer is no, argues Black Holocaust Museum researcher.