Museum Days - Joshing Around Milwaukee (Episode 42)

In this episode of Joshing Around Milwaukee, the Joshs chat with Mia Phifer, Senior Education, Collections, & Outreach Coordinator for America’s Black Holocaust Museum. They discuss the museum’s rich history, highlighting its founding by Dr. James Cameron, a lynching survivor and civil rights advocate. The museum, which reopened in February 2022 after a 14-year closure, serves as a crucial educational space, capturing the stories of the Black experience in America. Phifer emphasizes the museum’s commitment to storytelling, community engagement, and collaboration among local institutions. They also touch on upcoming events like Milwaukee Museum Days, which aim to promote cultural awareness and attract visitors to the city’s diverse museums.