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May 18, 2026
Meet our 2026 BeSeen Award honorees
Four heroic trailblazers honored for building a more equitable and inclusive Wisconsin
April 14, 2026
"Beacons of Brew City" honors the lifetime contributions of local LGBTQ elders
June 2026 documentary project celebrates the connective power of generational heritage
January 18, 2026
Wisconsin Drag Awards named us "Community Partner of the Year"
After a historic first year as a 501c3 nonprofit organization, we are proud to be recognized in the 2025 Wisconsin Drag Awards.
November 01, 2025
We're proud to be named Wisconsin Nonprofit Organization of the Year!
Join us Thursday, Nov. 13 at the Milwaukee Public Museum for the Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce Business Awards.
October 06, 2025
Meet our new Archives Committee
Community of statewide experts will guide the future of our acquisitions, collections, and exhibits
October 01, 2025
"Beacons of the Bay" honors our living LGBTQ elders
Northeastern Wisconsin exhibit celebrates the connective power of history and heritage
October 01, 2025
Explore over 550 historic LGBTQ sites -- from anywhere!
Our new PLACES site chronicles queer spaces throughout Wisconsin history.
June 26, 2025
Milwaukee County honors the History Project for 30+ years of service
On Thursday, June 26, we were among eight 2025 honorees recognized by the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors.Blog Articles:
July 01, 2026
Rachel Maes: leading Green Bay with courage and conviction
Despite a lifetime of heroic achievements, she never expected to be anyone's hero.
July 01, 2026
Bob Jansen: becoming the "Harvey Milk of the Northland"
Through a lifetime of leadership, he seized every opportunity to build a better world.
May 01, 2026
Dynasty Scott: it takes courage to earn a crown
As a celebrated performer, titleholder, and showrunner, she created a lasting legacy of Milwaukee drag sisterhood.
May 01, 2026
Casper Garcia: true freedom demands defiance
He came to Wisconsin as a first-generation American who'd never seen snow. Seven decades later, Casper is a cornerstone of local LGBTQ history.
May 01, 2026
Israel Ramon: refusing to settle for silence
After a lifetime of achieving hard-won historic firsts, his proudest victory was embracing his true self.
May 01, 2026
Eloise McPike: the mother of Black Milwaukee Pride
While carving a path where there was none, she became a mother to everyone who followed.
May 01, 2026
Jack H. Smith: the lessons of a lifelong fighter
Growing up in Racine, Jack H. Smith learned family values that continue to guide his success as a self-made businessman and dedicated philanthropist.
May 01, 2026
Shannon Dupree: breaking barriers to be seen
She was told to stay in her lane. Instead, she chose to break all the rules of drag.
May 01, 2026
Reverend Janis K. Doleschal: a life spent breaking barriers
When faced with controversy and conflict, Rev. Doleschal has always been guided by faith, justice, and a strong commitment to equality.
May 01, 2026
Karen Valentine: creating community through glitz, glamor and generosity
After four decades, one of Milwaukee's most beloved divas is still dishing it out.
October 05, 2024
Francis Dubois / Frances Outcault: a queer second chance at life
This “female husband” found a way to still be Frank -- even after they were outed and made to live as a woman.
October 04, 2024
Chef Gregory Leon: serving life's greatest moments
Chef Gregory León, nationally recognized owner of Milwaukee’s Amilinda restaurant, serves flavors from Spain and Portugal with a side of social responsibility.
