Waukesha Unlocked: Over 80 buildings open to the public this weekend

WAUKESHA, Wis. – Have you ever wondered what lies behind closed doors? This weekend the public has the opportunity to explore Waukesha Unlocked.

More than 80 stores, churches and city buildings will be open to the public on Saturday and Sunday, October 13th. The aim is to give people the opportunity to explore the buildings they drive past every day that they might otherwise never see.

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Featured buildings include the City of Waukesha Fire Department and new locations like North Pillar Brewing Co. During a wagon ride through Prairie Home Cemetery, we shared stories about some of Spring City’s most famous citizens, like music icon Les Paul. A “Touch a Truck” event will take place in front of City Hall.

Most Waukesha Unlocked tours and experiences are free. Free parking is available in the Transit Center parking garage near St. Paul and Brook.

Visit the event website for tour times and information. If you can’t make it to Waukesha Unlocked, there are virtual tours through Eaton Corporation and MetalTek International.