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  • History Presentations


    Matthew has been speaking to groups of all sizes on topics of Milwaukee history for over a decade. He is currently accepting bookings for 2023 and beyond. Use the contact page on this site to inquire about a speaking engagement on any of the topics below. A small honorarium will be required to cover travel…

  • Events


    UPCOMING SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS: November 13, 2023 6:30 pm – New Berlin Public Library, “The Great Blizzard of 1947” April 10, 2024 7 pm – North Point Lighthouse, Milwaukee, “Opening Day in Milwaukee”

  • About


    Matthew J. Prigge is an author and historian from Milwaukee. He is the author of five books, including the forthcoming Opening Day in Milwaukee: The Brewers’ Season-Starters, 1970-2022. He led tours of Milwaukee’s rivers and harbors for nearly ten years as the resident narrator aboard the Vista King tour boat and was the host of…