Project Update
Memorial Update
We have wonderful news!
The Wauwatosa Board of Zoning Appeals unanimously approved the requested setback variance needed to complete the Wauwatosa Veterans Memorial as it was envisioned. This approval allows us to include the pergola—an important feature that will enhance the beauty of the memorial and create a welcoming space for reflection, remembrance, and honor for all who visit our Veterans Memorial at the corner of Harwood Avenue and Milwaukee Avenue.
After a six-year journey that included evaluating multiple locations, appearing before numerous committees, boards, commissions, and regulatory bodies, and working closely with our elected officials and City staff, we are finally in a position to begin construction.
We could not have reached this milestone without the incredible support of our community. Your emails, meeting attendance, words of encouragement, and unwavering belief in this project made a meaningful difference. We are deeply grateful to each and every one of you who stood with us throughout this journey.
This memorial will be a lasting tribute to the men and women who have served our nation and a place where future generations can gather to reflect on the sacrifices made to preserve our freedoms.
As we move into the construction phase, we look forward to sharing updates and celebrating additional milestones with you. Thank you for helping turn this vision into a reality.
If you, or someone you know, would like to make a donation, purchase a brick or sponsor the Memorial, please let us know!
The Project
Representatives from VFW Posts 1465, 6498 and 8320 have formed a committee whose goal is to create a local memorial honoring all the men and women who have served in the armed forces. Though the memorial is located in Wauwatosa, we welcome the opportunity to honor ALL those who have served in the US Armed Forces, no matter where they're from.
This Memorial will feature a beautiful stone monument highlighting each of the six branches of the United States military. In addition, a flag court will also showcase the various branches plus the American flag.
Personalized, inscribed bricks purchased by the community to honor family members or friends who have served, plus beautiful landscaping and benches available for relaxation or reflection will complete this design.
We are seeking support to help fund this memorial. The estimated cost of the project is $225,000. The State of WI VFW Foundation will be serving as the repository for donations received and is a 501c3 charitable organization.
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Rendering of the Wauwatosa Veterans Memorial.
Podcast
Tosa's Voices podcast
On November 22, 2022, Tosa Veteran's Memorial was interviewed by Eva. Our volunteers shared their memories of serving in the Armed Forces as as the inspiration behind this meaningful way to honor veterans.