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In October 2011, a green roof was installed on the tallest section of the Museum building.
Library
The Museum's Reference Library is a unique resource of over 100,000 volumes relating to natural and human history.
It also houses the Museum's archives.
The Library is open to researchers by appointment only. Those wishing to use the Library facilities must make an appointment at least 24 hours in advance of their visit.
Wisconsin Outpost
Aztalan is characteristic of other known Middle Mississippian societies, especially Cahokia, but archaeologists don't know exactly why the Mississippians came to what is now known as Wisconsin. One hypothesis is that Aztalan served as a northern outpost in an attempt to gain political and ideological control of this region. Another hypothesis is that the Mississippians came to expand trade with local Late Woodland groups.
Planetarium Newsletter - April 2024
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Cosmic Curiosities
“These late eclipses in the sun and moon portend no good to
Feather Cape
This feather cape was bought at an auction in England by William Sturtevant in 1987 with funds from the Milwaukee Public Museum's Friends of the Museum. It is believed to date to the 1830s and was made as part of the Iroquois "whimsy" complex, possibly by the Ottawa or Huron. The cape's feathers come from male and female mallard, gadwell, peacock, goose, and pheasant. The cape is sewn together with feathers and the neck ties are made from yellow silk. It is thought that the cape was produced for sale specifically to Europeans, as it matches the European fashion requirements of that time. However, the techniques utilized are based on older traditions of the tribes. At least 50 or so capes of this type are known to exist and few are in such good condition.
Item Image
Catalog Number
E65507
Accession Number
27728
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Early Learning: Virtual Resources
The Early Learning resource pages are designed for our youngest explorers.
The resources gathered here are developed with a focus on the PreK-K student.
Learn about Korea's Kimchi!
Learn what Kimchi is and how it is made in the Demonstration Kitchen. Saehee Chang of Kosari Kimchi/Korea Konnect will demonstrate how to mix various ingredients to make kimchi! She will also discuss fermentation and good bacteria!