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Brookfield, Wisconsin

Located in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, Brookfield was established in 1839. Brookfield Square Mall. Affluent W Milwaukee.
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Founded 1839 | Population 40,000 | Peak 40,000 (2024) | County Waukesha County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Brookfield, Wisconsin

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1839Founded: W Milwaukee.
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1855Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Brookfield.
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1889Economic Development: Brookfield grew through manufacturing and industry.
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1890Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Brookfield's character and economy.
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2010Modern Era: Brookfield continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1839 Culture
Founded
1855 Transport
Railroad Era
1889 Industry
Economic Development
1890 Culture
Higher Education
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Brookfield Square Mall.
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Affluent W Milwaukee.
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Major corporate offices.
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Brookfield is located in Waukesha County, Wisconsin.
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Brookfield was founded in 1839.

Famous People from Brookfield, Wisconsin

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Caroline Ingalls
Teacher, Autobiographer · Born Dec 12, 1839 · Died Apr 20, 1924 (age 84)
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Adam Stockhausen
Art Director, Scenographer · Born Nov 30, 1972 · Age 53
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Joe Thomas
Athletics Competitor, American Football Player · Born Dec 4, 1984 · Age 41
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Douglas Niles
Writer, Game Designer · Born Dec 1, 1954 · Age 71
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