Plus, a writing workshop for kids and a virtual performance by SistaStrings. By Michael Holloway - May 6th, 2021 04:16 pm //end headline wrapper ?>Images of Healing a Nation a space that celebrates unification and reconciliation. It
highlights Nelson Mandela’s dedication and determination to fulfil his life’s mission. Photo courtesy of the Milwaukee Public Museum.
There’s plenty to do in Milwaukee this weekend while practicing safe social distancing. Florentine Opera Company’s
Little Mahagonny performance will give Milwaukeeans the chance to be the first guests to visit the newly renovated Uhlein Hall, closing out its Return to Stage performances. The Milwaukee Public Museum debuts Nelson Mandela: The Official Exhibition, and its your last chance to catch the 2021 MIAD Senior Exhibition.
In the hospital, Motley tried to come to grips with what had happened to him, and with the apathy he saw about crime and its victims in the city he grew up in. You just get so frustrated that there is just no real system of attacking the situation, but just reacting to the situation, Motley said in a recent interview.
After surgery, Motley recuperated at the house of his friend, Milwaukee filmmaker Brad Lichtenstein. Lichtenstein had been with Motley s son, Seoul, when he learned his friend had been shot. I remembered just thinking to myself, the main thing is to tell him (Seoul) what happened but make sure he knows his dad is alive, Lichtenstein recalled.
In rare decision, city Historic Preservation Commission refuses to designate St. Catherine Residence. By Jeramey Jannene - May 3rd, 2021 07:18 pm //end headline wrapper ?>St. Catherine Residence, 1032 E. Knapp St. Photo by Mariiana Tzotcheva.
Historic preservation in Milwaukee is achieved with a carrot-and-stick approach.
The federal and state government will provide developers with “the carrot” income tax credits of up to 20% each are awarded to offset costs of doing historically-sensitive redevelopment projects.
The City of Milwaukee Historic Preservation Commission uses “the stick.” Owners of locally-designated historic buildings must receive approval for any exterior modifications, with no incentive beyond a collective interest in maintaining historic integrity.