Make History Madison:
Upcoming Events
Make History Celebration: East Side Stories (with outdoor projections)
In the week leading up to America’s 250th, we culminate the Make History Madison 2026 project with our East Side History party.
Itty-Bitty History Tour & 'Instant Archive' Event (note date change)
THIS EVENT IS NOW JUNE 24th (RESCHEDULED DUE TO RAIN). Get a quick crash course in the history of Schenk's Corners, then join in on creating an 'instant archive'! Together we'll fan out to document this special spot in our neighborhood. Bring a phone (something to shoot photos/videos with), your memories, and a sense of curiosity.
The Music Venues We Have Loved (A Make History Madison Memory Event)
An evening celebrating the rich history of Madison music venues.
Roundtable: African American Elders in Madison at Goodman Library
A gathering of long-time Madison residents who will recount stories and memories of Black communities in the city. Followed by a Q&A discussion, this event is open to the public.
House History How-To with Angela Richardson
A workshop on researching the history of your home. Free and open to the public.
Make History Madison at the Aldo Leopold Nature Center
An afternoon session on engagement with land, ecology and history. Learn about the history of the land that the Aldo Leopold Nature Center sits on. Participate in a discussion led by Lightning New Rider on Ho-Chunk cultural engagement with the land. And share your own nature memories and stories.