Name
General Session—New Blood for Old Bones: Milwaukee Lessons in Building Community
Date & Time
Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location Name
Crystal Ballroom, Hilton Milwaukee
Description
Be inspired by Milwaukeeans who are using their creativity, public programming, and preservation tools to generate new excitement for preserving historic places. Discover how a local theater group (Pabst Theater Group) turns failing theaters into exciting destinations and the City’s oldest civic group, the Milwaukee Turners (1853), grew from 30 to 700 members in a mere three years. Dive into the nitty-gritty details about local policies and how the Historic King Drive BID connects visitors, residents, and local businesses using Main Street strategies. Hear dynamic local leaders share how bringing new audiences, businesses, and programs to historic places builds community and strengthens our historic host city of Milwaukee.
Session Type
General
Speakers