Milwaukee County War Memorial, War memorial in Milwaukee, United States
The Milwaukee County War Memorial is a building with white exterior walls situated along the Lake Michigan shoreline that extends across multiple levels. The structure includes exhibition areas, memorial halls, and spaces for commemorative events honoring service members.
Architect Eero Saarinen designed this building, which opened on Veterans Day in 1957 to honor service members. The memorial was built as a recognition of their sacrifice and service to the country.
The memorial displays plaques and exhibits documenting Wisconsin's military history across various conflicts from World War I through the Vietnam War. Visitors encounter the names and stories of service members who came from this region.
The building sits directly on the Lake Michigan shore with good accessibility and spacious outdoor areas. The interior spaces are laid out clearly and invite visitors to walk through the different sections.
Sunlight reflecting off Lake Michigan constantly changes how the white building appears throughout the day. This natural lighting creates shifting atmospheres and lets the architecture appear in new ways as hours pass.
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