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West Allis, Wisconsin

Located in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, West Allis was established in 1902. The Wisconsin State Fair is held at State Fair Park in West Allis. Named for the Allis-Chalmers manufacturing company.
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Founded 1902 | Population 60,000 | Peak 60,000 (2024) | County Milwaukee County

Top 10 Most Important Events for West Allis, Wisconsin

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1885 Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in West Allis.
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1892 State Fair: Wisconsin State Fair Park.
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1902 Founded: West Allis was founded as a railroad town in Milwaukee County.
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1950 Economic Development: West Allis grew through manufacturing and industry.
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2010 Modern Era: West Allis continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Latest News in West Allis

Mar 24, 2016
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Feb 24, 2016
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Feb 21, 2016
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Jan 2, 2016
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Nov 19, 2015
Company Inserts Microchips its Employees Hands
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Oct 5, 2015
Wisconsin Gov Scott Walker Signs Concealed Carry Bills
Madison, Wisconsin (October 5, 2015) — Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker put his signature on a pair of bills that loosened restri…

Complete Historical Timeline

1885 Transport
Railroad Era
1892 Culture
State Fair
1902 Culture
Founded
1950 Industry
Economic Development
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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The Wisconsin State Fair is held at State Fair Park in West Allis.
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Named for the Allis-Chalmers manufacturing company.
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Working-class Milwaukee suburb known as 'Stallis.'.
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West Allis is located in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin.
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West Allis was founded in 1902.

Famous People from West Allis, Wisconsin

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Terry A. Davis
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Chris Witty
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