Waukesha, WI
Music connected to Waukesha
About Waukesha
- • Les Paul, the guitar innovator, was born in Waukesha, revolutionizing music.
- • Waukesha was the birthplace of the Les Paul guitar, changing music forever.
- • Mineral spring water put Waukesha on the map, earning it the nickname "Spring City."
- • Waukesha's nickname, "Spring City," stemmed from the perceived healing properties of its water.
- • The 1993 flood devastated Waukesha, causing widespread damage and prompting major infrastructure changes.
- • Its name comes from the Potawatomi word for fox, and it was incorporated in 1896.
- • Waukesha's population is over 72,000, making it a significant Wisconsin city.
- • At 984 feet above sea level, Waukesha offers a moderately hilly landscape.
- • Healthcare and manufacturing are prominent industries in Waukesha, providing many jobs.
- • Waukesha feels like a blend of small-town charm and suburban accessibility.
- • The Milwaukee Brewers, located nearby, won the AL pennant in 1982.
- • Carroll University, in Waukesha, has a storied football history dating back to 1889.
