Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation

05/26/2026

Early-bird registration for our 22nd Annual Golf Outing, sponsored by Mole Lake Casino, Lodge & Event Center and U.S. Vet General Contracting ends June 1st - secure your spot today!

Sign up as an individual or a foursome and meet us out on the course for a day of friendly competition, beautiful views, and exciting prizes to win.

⛳️ Event details
Monday, July 13, 2026
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
@ The Oaks Golf Course

$140/Individual, $560/Foursome
**After June 1st, $165/Individual, $660/Foursome

REGISTER HERE: https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event/22nd-annual-wvmf-golf-outing-sponsored-by-mole-lake-casino-lodge-event-center-and-u-s-vet-general-contracting-llc/

Thank you to our sponsors!
Major Sponsors: Mole Lake Casino, Lodge & Event Center and U.S. Vet General Contracting
Associate Sponsors: Cheryl Heiliger, East Madison Toyota, Wisconsin Capital Management
Additional Sponsors: Alan & Lisa Kromanaker, Culver's at Cottage Grove Rd, Denny & Joan Behr, The Drilling Family, Econoprint, Edgewood University Department of Military and Veterans Services, Evolve Massage, Fred & Ginny McCormick, Madison History Roundtable, SVA Certified Public Accountants,

04/24/2026

Last week, we welcomed Patti Robinson to speak at our Mess Night at the Museum. Patti's father, Robert C. Wherritt, served in WWII's Pacific Theater with the 2nd Battalion, 6th Marines. He didn't talk about his service which inspired Patti to dedicate her time to researching and tracing his footsteps. Through perseverance and discovery, she began to piece his story together.

Patti visited the islands of Tarawa, Saipan, and Tinian, connected with locals, and uncovered new facts and stories along the way. Thank you, Patti, for sharing your journey and your father's story- we look forward to hearing more as you continue uncovering his service!

Thanks to the continued support of our 2026 Mess Night Series Sponsor, Generac, we can continue sharing and honoring the stories of our veterans through programs like this.

Check out our events page for more exciting programs at https://wisvetsmuseum.com/event-calendar/

04/17/2026

04/06/2026

Get ready to tee off with us at our 22nd Annual Golf Outing, sponsored by Mole Lake Casino, Lodge & Event Center and U.S. Vet General Contracting.

Registration has officially opened! Sign up as an individual or a foursome and meet us out on the course for a day of friendly competition, prizes, and support for the Wisconsin Veterans Museum.

Early bird registration ends June 1st- secure your spot today!

⛳️ Event Details
Monday, July 13, 2026
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
@ The Oaks Golf Course
$140/Individual, $560/Foursome

Register Here: https://wisconsinveteransmuseumfnd.givecloud.co/product/DC6C3EE/golf-outing-registration

Thank you to our sponsors!
Major Sponsors: Mole Lake Casino, Lodge & Event Center and U.S. Vet General Contracting
Associate Sponsor: East Madison Toyota
Additional Sponsors: Alan & Lisa Kromanaker, Cheryl Heiliger, Culvers at Cottage Grove Rd, Econoprint, Edgewood University Department of Military and Veteran Services, Evolve Massage, Fred & Ginny McCormick, Madison History Roundtable.

02/27/2026

The 22nd Annual Golf Outing is just around the corner! Join us out at The Oaks on Monday, July 13, 2026, for a day of fun out on the course.

⛳️ Save the date! Registration opens Monday, April 6th.
⭐️ Early-bird pricing: Individual $140/Foursome $560

👉 Be sure to check our special events page to register and remember to sign up early to guarantee your spot. https://wisvetsmuseum.com/wisconsin.../special-events/

Interested in sponsoring the outing? Visit the link above to learn more about the sponsorship opportunities available and how you can help support.

We look forward to seeing you in July!

12/19/2025

Please help us welcome Nathan Plumb to the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Foundation Board of Directors!

Nathan Plumb serves as a Portfolio Manager at Wisconsin Capital Management, where he specializes in investment analysis, portfolio construction, and long-term financial strategy. His expertise in fiduciary oversight, risk management, and strategic planning will be an incredible asset as we continue to strengthen the Foundation’s financial stewardship.

Nathan also brings valuable nonprofit board experience, having previously served on the Emerging Leaders Board for the UW Carbone Cancer Center and the University of Wisconsin Alumni Board. Through this work, he has demonstrated a strong commitment to service, collaborative leadership, and mission-driven decision-making.

We are grateful for Nathan’s willingness to serve and excited to have his knowledge, experience, and passion supporting our mission to honor, preserve, and share the stories of Wisconsin’s veterans.

Please join us in welcoming Nathan to the WVMF Board!

12/17/2025

🎄 This Holiday Season, Give the Gift That Honors Heroes 🇺🇸
Looking for the perfect holiday gift? This year, give the gift of remembrance and support by gifting a membership to the Wisconsin Veterans Museum. Your gift honors the legacy of veterans while offering exclusive benefits!
🎁 Enjoy member-only events like the one pictured with WVMF staff, Molly and Jen, featuring festive shopping, delicious treats, and special discounts!
Join us in celebrating the courage and service of our veterans while giving the gift of history. 🌟
👉 Visit https://wisvetsmuseum.com/wisconsin-veterans.../membership/ to gift a membership today and make this holiday season meaningful.

11/19/2025

What an amazing time we had at the 2025 WVMF Rock County Convoy! 🇺🇸

This event is all about bringing our veterans community together to celebrate their service, and it was incredible to see so many people enjoying the day, connecting, sharing stories, and honoring those who have served.

A HUGE thank-you to our incredible sponsors, veterans, and volunteers who make this event possible every year. Your support keeps this community strong, connected, and proud. ❤️🤝

Check out all the photos and relive the fun here:
https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCzyCM

Already counting down to next year!

Explore this photo album by Wisconsin Veterans Museum on Flickr!

11/14/2025

Last night we were honored to welcome George F. Banda, who shared his veteran experience at our quarterly Mess Night at the Museum program.

George shared his powerful story as a combat medic with the 101st Airborne Division, 2nd Battalion, 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment, E Company, Recon Platoon during the Vietnam War. From his deployment to being the sole survivor of Firebase Henderson in May 1970, George’s courage and dedication are truly remarkable. He continues to honor his fallen comrades by serving veterans, his community, and his country. We are deeply grateful to George for his service and for sharing his journey with us.

A heartfelt thank you also goes to our sponsor, Generac, for their generous support as our 2025 Mess Night Series Sponsor. Their contribution has made it possible for us to keep sharing and preserving the stories of our veterans.

To learn more about George’s story visit: https://wisvetsmuseum.com/ohms-viewer/render.php?cachefile=OH_01379.xml

11/11/2025

This Veterans Day, we’re especially proud to recognize several of our Wisconsin Veterans Museum members who were recently featured in Brava Magazine! 💫

These remarkable women have served our nation with courage and continue to make an impact right here in Wisconsin. Their stories of service, resilience, and community leadership remind us what it truly means to serve — both in and out of uniform.

We’re so grateful to BRAVA magazine for shining a spotlight on their experiences and helping share their voices with a wider audience.

👉 Take a moment to read their inspiring feature — and if you enjoy it, consider subscribing to Brava to support more stories that uplift women making a difference in our communities. https://bravamagazine.com/beyond-the-uniform-madison-military-women/

Please join us in thanking these women, and all who have served, for their service and sacrifice.



Photo credit: Azena Photography

From combat zones to careers back home, these women have turned service into a lifelong lesson in strength, leadership and resilience.