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Historical Essay

Beer in Wisconsin

Brief explanation of the history of beer and breweries in Wisconsin.
Historical Essay

Brewing Industry in Wisconsin

Brief history of the brewing tradition in Wisconsin.
Historical Essay

Spahn, Warren Edward 1921-2003

Pitcher
Learn about Warren Spahn, who pitched for the Milwaukee Braves from 1953 to 1964.
Historical Essay

World Series Welcome Sign

Wisconsin Historical Museum Object – Feature Story
"Welcome" sign used to decorate lamp posts in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin during the 1957 World Series. (Museum object #2007.68.1)
Historical Essay

Milwaukee Braves Baseball Jersey

Wisconsin Historical Museum Object – Feature Story
Road jersey worn by Milwaukee Braves first baseman Joe Adcock in 1957. (Museum object #2006.68.1)
Historical Essay

Milwaukee Braves World Series Bat

Wisconsin Historical Museum Object – Feature Story
Baseball bat issued to Milwaukee Braves second baseman Red Schoendienst for the 1957 World Series. (Museum object #2005.128.1)
Historical Essay

The Rise of Professional Sports

Learn about the development of professional sports teams in Wisconsin in the 19th and 20th centuries.

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