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Antique and Architectural Salvage Sale
WPA is hosting an antique and architectural salvage sale the third weekend of October. Sale is located at 202 N. James St. NO EARLY SALES. Hours: Friday, October 23rd: 9am – 5pm Saturday, October 24th: 9am – 5pm Sunday, October 25th: 12pm-4pm
Read MoreFarewell Architect George W. Gunn, Jr.
Architect George Gunn, who donated his time to the Landmarks Commission many years ago has died. The City named an award after him, because of his contribution to historic preservation in this city. He also was the architect who designed St. Mary’s church which was recently deemed potentially eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. Our sympathy goes out to the Gunn family. For more information on the life of George, please read his obituary.
Read More2015 Historic Preservation Days
Waukesha Preservation Alliance, along with many other partner organizations, is proud to host Historic Preservation Days on Saturday, May 16th and Sunday, May 17th, 2015. This annual event brings local history to life for all ages. Saturday’s events include historic walking tours of Downtown Waukesha, as well as the historic Dunbar Oaks neighborhood, and an opportunity to view and learn the history of Silurian spring, to name a few. On Sunday, open houses of historic homes will be offered in the Bethesda Park/Dunbar Oaks neighborhood. The majority of events are free. Scavenger Hunt: New this year is a Historic Photo Scavenger Hunt Contest, where participants will...
Read MoreWPA Achieves 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Status
We are excited to announce that Waukesha Preservation Alliance (WPA) has achieved 501(c)(3) non-profit tax exempt status from the IRS. This tax exempt status will be retroactive to our incorporation date in June, 2011. As a non-profit public charity, our status change provides new benefits to WPA, our members, and those who wish to contribute to WPA. The key benefits include: Grants available to non-profits can now be pursued. Membership dues are tax deductible. Contributions made to WPA by individuals and corporations are tax deductible. Again, thank you for your continued support.
Read MoreWPA Event Featured in Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Entrée Section
Waukesha Preservation Alliance’s event, Waukesha Historic Preservation Days, was recently featured in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Entrée section – front-page feature article: Area home tours are starting up again. Click here to read the article.
Read More2014 Historic Preservation Days
Waukesha Preservation Alliance, along with many other partner organizations, is proud to host Historic Preservation Days on Saturday, May 17 and Sunday, May 18, 2014. This annual event brings local history to life for all ages. Saturday’s events include historic walking tours, a guided springs tour, an antique vehicle display, and an opportunity to view and learn the history of Silurian spring. The Waukesha County Museum will host an open house of its exhibits. Special events include an Introduction to Tea, as well as a historic brewery memorabilia display inside a local brewery. On Sunday, open houses of historic homes will be offered. The majority of events are...
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