Wisconsin Memorial Park

08/18/2026

We are live from Wisconsin Memorial Park for our Service of Remembrance.

Tonight, we gather to remember and honor those whose lives continue to hold a place in our hearts. As each loved one’s name is read aloud, our replica Liberty Bell will be rung in their memory as a special tribute.

We are grateful to have you with us, whether you are here in person or joining from home. May this time together offer a meaningful moment to reflect, remember, and honor those we carry with us.

07/21/2026

Happy to celebrate the Wisconsin Memorial Park partnership with Blast Craft Service a family-owned business specializing in custom monument engraving and etching for memorials, historical markers.

06/26/2026

Did You Know?

The Great Memorial Building is home to nearly 200 stained glass windows, each one created as a lasting tribute to a life remembered.

This window was given in memory of Donald F. Tomasini by his loving wife, Rose Ann. The scene shows a man and child walking through a garden beneath the words of Ecclesiastes: “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven.”

With references to Michigan Tech and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, this memorial window beautifully reflects a life of service, growth, and love.

Next time you visit Wisconsin Memorial Park, take a moment to look closely—you may discover the personal stories woven into the glass all around you.

06/23/2026

Garrett Rose, President and General Manager of Wisconsin Memorial Park, shares a firsthand look at the exciting improvements happening throughout the park.

In this end-of-June update, Garrett highlights the ongoing water and sewer connection project, along with the installation of a new 700+ niche bank in the Family Center. These improvements reflect Wisconsin Memorial Park’s continued commitment to caring for our grounds, expanding our offerings, and better serving families throughout the community.

You are always welcome to visit, drive through the park, and see the progress for yourself. As always, safety is our first concern, so please be mindful of active work areas during your visit.

06/16/2026

Celebrate Father’s Day at Wisconsin Memorial Park

Join us for a special Father’s Day event on the grounds of Wisconsin Memorial Park.

Sunday, June 21
9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Wisconsin Memorial Park
13235 W. Capitol Drive, Brookfield, WI

We’ll be celebrating the fathers and father figures who mean so much with giveaways, community and a few special treats.

Giveaways include:
⛳ Two rounds of golf at Ironwood Golf Course in Sussex
📺 A 65" TV
🍧 Free Petre’s Pops popsicles all day long

Guests are welcome to pre-register for the giveaway here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf08oQYoCy32D4UQ0z30vrYrNwpD8jvuj_9idMFeCnd3aFkEg/viewform?usp=dialog

We look forward to welcoming you to Wisconsin Memorial Park on Father’s Day.

06/12/2026

Did You Know?

The Great Memorial Building is home to nearly 200 stained glass windows, each one telling a story of remembrance, faith, and beauty.

This window, titled “Free Spirit,” honors James W. Valentine and can be found in Heritage Hall, Corridor L-2. With its soaring birds, childlike wonder, and words inspired by Mark 10:15, it invites visitors to pause, look closely, and reflect on a life remembered with love.

Next time you visit Wisconsin Memorial Park, take a quiet walk through the Great Memorial Building—you may discover a story you’ve never noticed before.

06/05/2026

Did You Know? Some of the most meaningful stories at Wisconsin Memorial Park are found not only in the memorials, but also in the art that surrounds them.

The Great Memorial Building at Wisconsin Memorial Park is more than a mausoleum — it is also a place of history, art, and remembrance.

Hanging in our Lounge is a remarkable oil painting titled “The Declaration of Independence, July 4, 1776 at Philadelphia.” This beautiful work is a large-scale reproduction of John Trumbull’s famous painting, which depicts the presentation of the Declaration of Independence.

Our painting measures an impressive 18 feet wide by 13 feet high and was created in Florence, Italy by the artist Eolo. According to the original display information, more than 1,000 tubes of oil paint were used on hand-woven Belgian linen to complete the piece.

Commissioned in October 1974 and completed in February 1976, the painting was given in memory of Mrs. Hazel Olson, her husband Mr. William Olson, and her mother Mrs. Margaret Storey.

Today, it continues to hang in the Lounge of the Great Memorial Building — a reminder that Wisconsin Memorial Park is not only a place of memorialization, but also a place where art, history, and legacy are preserved for generations.

Historic installation photo alongside the painting as it appears today.

06/04/2026

Father’s Day is just a few weeks away, and we invite families to join us on our grounds for a special day of remembrance, reflection and community.

Sunday, June 21
9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Wisconsin Memorial Park
13235 W. Capitol Drive, Brookfield, WI

We are planning giveaways and more as part of this year’s Father’s Day event. Additional details are being finalized, so watch for another email next week with more information.

We look forward to welcoming you to Wisconsin Memorial Park on Father’s Day.

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06/02/2026

Progress is underway at Wisconsin Memorial Park!

Today, crews began installing new water lines that will connect the Great Memorial Building and Wisconsin Memorial Park to the City of Brookfield water supply.

Since opening in 1929, Wisconsin Memorial Park has operated on well water, and we are very happy to see this important improvement moving forward. This project helps support our grounds, facilities, and the families we serve for years to come.

Thank you for your patience as this work continues, and thank you to the crews helping make this meaningful upgrade possible.