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Explore the Immigrant, Labor, and Civil Rights History of Bay View through a gentle walk in this charming neighborhood of Milwaukee. Emeritus History Professor Tim Thering will transport you back to three different time periods that dramatically shaped the Bay View neighborhood, the city of Milwaukee, and the nation.
You will learn about the Bay View Massacre that tragically ended Milwaukee’s immigrant workers’ struggle for the 8-hour day. You will hear about how Anarchist Italian immigrants in the neighborhood battled with local authorities during World War I. Finally, you will discover how the son of Bay View grocers, Father James Groppi, helped to lead the Milwaukee Civil Rights movement of the 1960s.
The tour includes visiting several iconic businesses in this tightly packed corner of Bay View, Milwaukee. Food and most drinks are included in the price.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The historical Marker is at the corner of S. Superior St. and E. Russell Ave, across the street from Palomino Bar. Free parking available along green space north of historical marker or on local side streets.
Itinerary
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1
Professor T (or other qualified guide) will meet guests at the historical marker and tell the history of Milwaukee's workers' struggle, especially Polish immigrant workers, for the 8-hour day that ended in the tragic Bay View massacre in 1886.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Professor T (or other qualified guide) will explain how Italian immigrants who were anarchists clashed with local authorities during World War I at this point and how the explosive aftermath shook the nation.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3G. Groppi Food Market
As guests are guided through this historic Italian grocery store, Professor T (or other qualified guide) will explain how Father James Groppi, one of the main leaders of Milwaukee Civil Rights movement of the 1960s was born and raised in the food market. Professor T will purchase Italian delicacies at the store that guests will snack on at the next location.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
At this former union hall, guests will learn about the Milwaukee Civil Rights Movement for open housing in 1967/68 that was in part led by Father James Groppi. As guests listen to the story, they will snack on Italian delicacies from Groppi's Food Market and enjoy a drink from Puddler's Hall.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5
Guests will enjoy a delicious Serbian dinner at this James Beard Foundation Award winning restaurant. Originally a Schiltz tied house, the historic building was purchased by the Radicevic family, immigrants from Serbia, in 1956 and has been serving traditional Serbian dishes ever since. The meal, including a burek appetizer, and one drink are included with the tour. Other drinks may be purchased by guests on their own. The restaurant only accepts cash or checks.
1 hour 45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6
The tour ends with a classic cocktail or ice cream drink at this hip, midcentury-style lounge a perfect nightcap to this unique tour.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Need 48-hour notice for vegetarian and vegan requests.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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