Seal of Milwaukee January 1839 and who were devoted to preserving the city's early history. The seal was later revised to include other elements. At the center of the current version is a lighthouse scene showing a sunrise over Lake Michigan. This image is surrounded by seven stars and an abbreviation for Wisconsin, "WIS." Other images on the seal are a railroad train, the original city hall, a steamboat, and a house. The words "CITY OF MILWAUKEE" appear at the top of the outer circle, and "INCORPORATED JAN. 31 1846" appears at the bottom. In 1939 a stained glass version of the seal
Milwaukee City Christmas Tree Milwaukee City Christmas Tree The Milwaukee City Christmas Tree (1913–1995; 2006–present), also known as Milwaukee City Holiday Tree (1995–2006) is a pine tree that is placed at city hall and decorated by the city council of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, during the Christmas holiday season. The tradition began in 1913 and continues to this day. The city’s Christmas tree tradition began in 1913. One tree that went on display, a Colorado Blue Spruce, had been a housewarming gift 30 years earlier for a couple who had moved into their new home. Another tree donated had been planted to honor a son who