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Professor T's Historic Tours: Explosive History of Bay View

5.0(2)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews5 hFree cancellationBy Professor T's Historic Tours
Professor T's Historic Tours: Explosive History of Bay View

About this activity

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

  • ✓Assortment of Italian delicacies from Groppi’s grocery store, the childhood home of Father Groppi
  • ✓Dinner at Three Brothers. Need 48-hour notice for vegetarian and vegan requests.
  • ✓Ice Cream Drink or Classic Cocktail from At Random, a hip mid-century cocktail lounge

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.

Good to know

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Need 48-hour notice for vegetarian and vegan requests.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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