Menomonee Falls Historical Society at Old Falls Village Historical Park and Museum

2:45 PM – Guests Arrive and Seating
2:55 PM – Bagpiper Prelude 
The bagpiper performs patriotic and traditional tunes as guests are seated.
3:00 PM – Flyover
3:02 PM – Presentation of the Colors 
American Legion Post 382 Color Guard
3:06 PM – Honor Guard Ceremony
3:10 PM – National Anthem 
Performed by Windy Hope
3:14 PM – Welcome 
Denise, President, Menomonee Falls Historical Society
3:20 PM – Remarks 
Tom B., Commander, American Legion Post 382
3:26 PM – Research Presentation 
Ellen Rohr Vice President and Researcher
3:36 PM – Remarks 
Janet, Author of Profiles in Courage
3:46 PM – Dedication Address 
Ray Kosmeder, Designer of the Gold Star Room
3:58 PM – Official Dedication and Ribbon Cutting
4:00 PM – Bagpiper Tribute 
A solo performance of "Amazing Grace" as attendees reflect before entering the Gold Star Room.
4:05 PM – Guests Invited to Tour the Gold Star Room

Local Event: Gold Star Room Dedication Ceremony

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Gold Star Room Dedication Ceremony

2:45 PM – Guests Arrive and Seating
2:55 PM – Bagpiper Prelude 
The bagpiper performs patriotic and traditional tunes as guests...

4pm to 9pm Depot Beer Garden serves craft tap beers along with ciders, seltzers and non-alcoholic options. 4:00pm to 8:30pm Depot Grill serving craft sausages, burgers grilled to perfection, pizzas, pretzels, nachos and sweet treats. 6pm to 9pm Grunger perform on the Depot Beer Garden Stage.
No Cover bands sponsored by the Menomonee Falls Historical Society Free Parking 
special commemorative reusable 16 ounce aluminum cup to first 60 tap beer pours at each garden and other special events and offers to be announced.

Local Event: Depot Beer Garden presents Grunger

Depot Beer Garden presents Grunger

4pm to 9pm Depot Beer Garden serves craft tap beers along with ciders, seltzers and non-alcoholic options. 4:00pm to 8:30pm...

Menomonee Falls Downtown District

In partnership with Falls Art at Large and Presenting Sponsors: Art Lounge and ArtbyTerra, Paint the District Week brings creativity to the heart of Menomonee Falls Downtown August 18–21.
<ul><li>Local businesses will host talented artists and offer hands-on art experiences throughout the week.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Stop in and grab an art inspired menu item from downtown eateries as you exploring the district in a whole new way.</li></ul>

<ul><li>Paint the District with us by visiting chalk stations available throughout the downtown and add a little love to our sidewalks.</li></ul>

<ul><li>Enjoy watching window artists create fun scenes on downtown business windows.</li></ul>

Other activities to enjoy!
<ul><li>Tues, Aug 18th at 10AM &amp; 1 PM:&nbsp;&nbsp;Chalk with Kids (an art lesson using chalk with local artists in Percolatte's parking lot)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Wed, Aug 19th from 2PM - 5PM:&nbsp; Airbrush &amp; Bubble Station at the Farmer's Market</li><li>All Week: Plein Air artist throughout the downtown</li><li>All Week: Sculpture Painting</li></ul>
In partnership with Falls Art at Large, Paint the District Week brings creativity to the heart of Menomonee Falls Downtown August 18–21.
<ul><li>Local businesses will host talented artists and offer hands-on art experiences throughout the week.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Stop in and grab an art inspired menu item from downtown eateries as you exploring the district in a whole new way.</li></ul>

<ul><li>Paint the District with us by visiting chalk stations available throughout the downtown and add a little love to our sidewalks.</li></ul>

<ul><li>Enjoy watching window artists create fun scenes on downtown business windows.</li></ul>

Other activities to enjoy!
<ul><li>Tues, Aug 18th at 10AM &amp; 1 PM:&nbsp;&nbsp;Chalk with Kids (an art lesson using chalk with local artists in Percolatte's parking lot)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Wed, Aug 19th from 2PM - 5PM:&nbsp; Airbrush &amp; Bubble Station at the Farmer's Market</li><li>All Week: Plein Air artist throughout the downtown</li><li>All Week: Sculpture Painting</li></ul>

Local Event: Paint The District Week

Paint The District Week

In partnership with Falls Art at Large and Presenting Sponsors: Art Lounge and ArtbyTerra, Paint the District Week brings...

In partnership with Falls Art at Large and Presenting Sponsors: Art Lounge and ArtbyTerra, Paint the District Week brings creativity to the heart of Menomonee Falls Downtown August 18–21.
<ul><li>Local businesses will host talented artists and offer hands-on art experiences throughout the week.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Stop in and grab an art inspired menu item from downtown eateries as you exploring the district in a whole new way.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Paint the District with us by visiting chalk stations available throughout the downtown and add a little love to our sidewalks.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Enjoy watching window artists create fun scenes on downtown business windows.</li></ul>
Other activities to enjoy!
<ul><li>Tues, Aug 18th at 10AM &amp; 1 PM:&nbsp;&nbsp;Chalk with Kids (an art lesson using chalk with local artists in Percolatte's parking lot)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Wed, Aug 19th from 2PM - 5PM:&nbsp; Airbrush &amp; Bubble Station at the Farmer's Market</li><li>All Week: Plein Air artist throughout the downtown</li><li>All Week: Sculpture Painting</li></ul>
In partnership with Falls Art at Large, Paint the District Week brings creativity to the heart of Menomonee Falls Downtown August 18–21.
<ul><li>Local businesses will host talented artists and offer hands-on art experiences throughout the week.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Stop in and grab an art inspired menu item from downtown eateries as you exploring the district in a whole new way.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Paint the District with us by visiting chalk stations available throughout the downtown and add a little love to our sidewalks.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Enjoy watching window artists create fun scenes on downtown business windows.</li></ul>
Other activities to enjoy!
<ul><li>Tues, Aug 18th at 10AM &amp; 1 PM:&nbsp;&nbsp;Chalk with Kids (an art lesson using chalk with local artists in Percolatte's parking lot)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Wed, Aug 19th from 2PM - 5PM:&nbsp; Airbrush &amp; Bubble Station at the Farmer's Market</li><li>All Week: Plein Air artist throughout the downtown</li><li>All Week: Sculpture Painting</li></ul>

Menomonee Falls Downtown

The Menomonee Falls Historical Society presents the&nbsp; Honey Bucket&nbsp; Donny Memorial at Old Falls Village Historical Park and Museum! Another chance to meet up with all your old friends and acquaintances and reminisce about the good old days back when the Honey Bucket was the place to be in the Village and remember Donny who we lost this past spring, and all that he meant to our community.&nbsp; Noisy Neighbors will be performing on the Depot Stage from 6 to 9pm, The Depot Grill will be serving up our version of the Honey Bucket Burger along with other great grilled food featuring Wisconsin Meat and Sausage hand crafted meats. The Depot Beer Garden offers 6 craft beers on tap and we will have plenty of your favorite beers from back in the day on hand. The Depot Museum will be open with displays on the Honey Bucket and memories of Donny. Honey Bucket merchandise will be available for purchase. 
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Rain or shine, limited seating so bring a chair if you wish. Please no carry in alcohol. All proceeds of this event are used by the Menomonee Falls Historical Society to maintain the buildings and artifacts at Old Falls Village Historical Park and Museum.

Local Event: Honey Bucket Donny Memorial

Honey Bucket Donny Memorial

The Menomonee Falls Historical Society presents the  Honey Bucket  Donny Memorial at Old Falls Village Historical Park and...

Join us for a star-spangled celebration of our nation's glories and history at this outdoor concert at historic Old Falls Village. Enjoy great works by John Philip Sousa, John Williams, Aaron Copland and many others. Food and beverages are available from the Depot Beer Garden. Depot Beer Garden and Depot Grill begin serving at 4pm, Symphony perform 5pm to 7pm

Limited picnic table seating, bring a chair or a blanket, in addition to 6 craft beers, ciders, seltzers and nonalcoholic beverages, the Depot Beer Garden will be offering special Symphony Sangria! Depot Grill will be serving craft homemade sausage from Wisconsin Meat and Sausage, along with burgers, pizzas and a variety of other treats.

Local Event: Menomonee Falls Symphony At Old Falls Village Historical Park

Menomonee Falls Symphony At Old Falls Village...

Join us for a star-spangled celebration of our nation's glories and history at this outdoor concert at historic Old Falls...

Menomonee Falls Symphony At Old Falls Village Historical Park

Depot Museum and Historic Buildings open Noon to 3pm. Guided tours of the buildings at 12:15pm, 1:15pm and 2:15pm
$5 donation suggested to help The Menomonee Falls Historical Society maintain the buildings.
Tour the Depot Museum with the current temporary exhibit on the 
historical 4 corners, as well as developing display on the indigenous 
peoples of Menomonee Falls.
Also visit the Miller Davidson House, School House, Umhoefer Cabin and other historic buildings at Old Falls Village.
History Consortium of Waukesha County 2026 Passport and Museum Route.
 Visit participating museums during their open dates &amp; hours and 
get a stamp or sticker at each of 13 locations.Check websites &amp; 
Facebook first for changes in hours and special events. 
Completed Passports with 13 stamps will get a gold foil seal &amp; be
 entered into a random drawing for 3 prizes:2 Pairs of Admission Tickets
 to Old World Wisconsin (2027) or $100 Cash.See the back of the 2026 
Passport -available at all participating museums listed below - for 
prize drawing details.Pick up a Museum Route map and Letterbox Clues 
too!Walworth County Area Passports are available at Mukwonago &amp; 
Eagle museums.

Local Event: Old Falls Village Historical Park Depot Museum and Historic Buildings Tours

Old Falls Village Historical Park Depot Museum...

Depot Museum and Historic Buildings open Noon to 3pm. Guided tours of the buildings at 12:15pm, 1:15pm and 2:15pm
$5 donation...

Old Falls Village Historical Park Depot Museum and Historic Buildings Tours

Old Falls Village Park

Experience an evening of live music and community fun at the Old Falls Biergarten featuring a special fish fry. Enjoy the rhythmic sounds of The Acoustix in a lively park setting perfect for food and entertainment lovers. No Cover Charge.&nbsp; No carry-ins.&nbsp; Fish Fry by the Art Lounge!&nbsp; Entertainment and preview of the Old Falls Renaissance Faire Sept. 12-13

Local Event: The Acoustix

The Acoustix

Experience an evening of live music and community fun at the Old Falls Biergarten featuring a special fish fry. Enjoy the...

Old Falls Village want to invite you back again for our 3rd Annual Old Falls Renaissance Faire Sept. 12-13, 2026 in Menomonee Falls.&nbsp; Step back in time for a weekend of historical merriment featuring knights in armor, Jousting, and a special pirate theme on Sunday. Enjoy the Old Falls Biergarten and festive entertainment with the whole family, including discounted admission for military members and free parking.

Local Event: Old Falls Renaissance Faire

Old Falls Renaissance Faire

Old Falls Village want to invite you back again for our 3rd Annual Old Falls Renaissance Faire Sept. 12-13, 2026 in Menomonee...

Kick off the weekend at the Friday Biergarten Opener with live music and a delicious fish fry. This family-friendly event also features a community mural activity celebrating 250 years of independence, perfect for a night of food and fun.&nbsp; Fish Fry by the Art Lounge.&nbsp; No Cover Charge for the Beer Garden Entertainment.&nbsp; Preview of the Oktoberfest event.&nbsp; WWI Reenactment Oct. 11-12

Local Event: Music by Brittany & Don

Music by Brittany & Don

Kick off the weekend at the Friday Biergarten Opener with live music and a delicious fish fry. This family-friendly event also...

Step back in time to experience a WWI battle at 2 PM both days, walk through army camps, and join in a historic Suffrage March. The event also features presentations and an Oktoberfest Biergarten with no evening cover charge on Friday and Saturday nights for the Biergarten.&nbsp; Saturday Night features Alte Kameraden Band.

Local Event: World War 1 Re-Enactment

World War 1 Re-Enactment

Step back in time to experience a WWI battle at 2 PM both days, walk through army camps, and join in a historic Suffrage March....

Saturday, October 24th is National Make A Difference Day. Organizations all over the country use this day for community service to improve the lives of others. Challenge your family and friends to bless others by donating a blood product at our mobile blood drive. One blood unit can impact up to three lives for those who need it the most. Be the difference that you would like to see in our community! #MakeADifferenceDay 
The fall 2026 Grace Lutheran Ministries mobile blood drive will be held on Saturday, October 24th from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM and we are accepting both whole blood and double red cells appointments. 
Appointments for October 24th can be made at the link attached to this posting. Please help us beat our goal of 22 units of blood products added to the general blood supply inventory. 
If there are any questions or if scheduling assistance is needed, please contact John Schulz at <a href="tel:(262) 894-8150">(262) 345-3942</a>&nbsp;or email <a href="mailto:jschulz@grace-connect.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">jschulz@grace-connect.org</a>

Local Event: Grace Lutheran Ministries - Menomonee Falls Community Blood Drive 

Grace Lutheran Ministries - Menomonee Falls...

Saturday, October 24th is National Make A Difference Day. Organizations all over the country use this day for community service...

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