March Lunch and Learn: Roosevelt’s Timber Army Marches on the Badger State: The CCC in Wisconsin

Tue Mar 10 2026 at 11:30 am to 12:30 pm UTC-05:00

101 W Main St, Waukesha, WI, United States, Wisconsin 53186 | Waukesha

Waukesha County Historical Society & Museum
Publisher/HostWaukesha County Historical Society & Museum
March Lunch and Learn: Roosevelt\u2019s Timber Army Marches on the Badger State: The CCC in Wisconsin
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The Civilian Conservation Corps was one of several federal responses to the economic and environmental crisis facing the United States during the Great Depression. Guests will get a glance at how it served a dual purpose of employing millions of men and women, not only providing steady pay and job training, but also establishing and restoring parks and natural resources. During this presentation we will look at how the CCC and similar programs not only benefited tens of thousands of Wisconsinites during the Great Depression, but also how their hard work can still be seen today throughout the state.
Evan studied General History during his undergraduate studies at Grand Valley State University and completed his graduate program in Public History & Museum Studies from UW-Milwaukee in 2024. In the past 8 years he has worked and volunteered at historic sites around the Great Lakes, from Fort Mackinac to Old World Wisconsin, all the way back to WCHSM as an education intern in 2024. Much of his work includes frontline experiences, with a passion for living history, historic interpretation and educational program development. More recently Evan has been volunteering at WCHSM in collections processing & assisting with new exhibits whenever needed.

Tickets:
$28 - includes a box lunch from Rochester Deli - NON-MEMBER
$25 - includes a box lunch from Rochester Deli - MEMBER
$10 - Program Ticket ONLY
Rochester Deli's box lunches include a sandwich, chips, and a dessert (water will be provided). All sandwiches are on multi-grain bread* with leaf lettuce, tomato, with mayo and brown mustard on the side. Sandwich options include: Roast Turkey, Sliced Tavern Ham, Angus Roast Beef, Chicken Breast Salad, Tuna salad, Egg Salad, and Grilled Veggie.
FAQ:
Who can I contact for more information?
Give us a call at 262-521-2859 and ask to speak to someone about Lunch & Learn.
What if I need to cancel my order?
Rochester Deli needs the lunch order by the Friday before the Lunch & Learn date. While you could cancel after that date, we will not issue a refund if you ordered a meal.
Refund Policy - Contact the organizer to request a refund.
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