WHS Annual Meeting with Special Presentation: The History of Hawks Nursery-Celebrating 150 Years in

Join us for the Wauwatosa Historical Society’s Annual Meeting, where we will reflect on the past year, share plans for the year ahead, and introduce nominees for the 2026 open board positions.

Following the business meeting, enjoy a special presentation by Hawks Nursery owner Joe Kresl, who will share the remarkable 150-year history of Hawks Nursery. Founded in 1875, Hawks has grown from a small family-run nursery into a cornerstone of Wauwatosa’s landscape and community life. This lecture will highlight the nursery’s evolution through generations, its role in shaping local gardens and green spaces, and its enduring legacy as one of Wauwatosa’s longest-standing businesses.

We encourage both members and non-members to attend this event! Current members will be asked to participate in a vote to approve the new board nominees!

The meeting and Speaker Series talk on the 150-year history of Hawks Nursery will take place in the Firefly Room. Doors open 30 minutes prior to the start of our program.

You don't need to be a member to attend! If you have an interest in WHS and love history, come learn about us!

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