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Menomonee Falls is a village in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States. The population was 35,626 at the 2010 census, making it the most populous village in Wisconsin. It is part of the Milwaukee metropolitan area. According to the village's 2018 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, the population had grown to an estimated 37,328.

Menomonee Falls is located at 43°09′42′′N 88°06′26′′W (43.161813, -88.10725). It is bordered to the north by Lannon, to the east by Germantown, and to the south and west by portions of Milwaukee County.

History

The Menomonee Falls area was originally inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Menominee tribe, which the town is named after. The first white settler was William B. Perkins, who built a trading post in the area in 1836. By 1885, the arrival of the railroad caused the town's population to boom. In 1892, it separated from the town of Lisbon and incorporated as a village.

Some key moments in Menomonee Falls history include:

• 1846 - Construction of the first dam across the Menomonee River, giving rise to the town's name "Menomonee Falls"
• 1867 - Limestone deposits discovered, leading to the establishment of quarries and cement manufacturing
• 1954 - Kohls department store founded in Menomonee Falls by Maxwell and Ruth Kohl
• 1957 - Menomonee Falls becomes a city
• 1964 - Harry Weese designs the David F. Kohl & Max Kohl Memorial Library building

For more details on the history of Menomonee Falls, visit the Menomonee Falls Historical Society.

Economy and Major Employers

Some of the major industries and employers in Menomonee Falls include:

• Healthcare - Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital (N96 W18035 County Line Rd, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051, (262) 251-1000) is the largest employer with over 2,500 employees.
• Insurance - Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield employs over 1,000 people (N91W15700 Falls Pkwy, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051, (262) 434-1500)
• Manufacturing - Metal Essence Inc. employs over 500 people producing precision machine components (W154 N9282 Pilgrim Rd, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051, (262) 255-5790)
• Retail - Kohl's operates its corporate headquarters and flagship retail store in Menomonee Falls (N56 W17000 Ridgewood Dr, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051, (262) 703-7000)

Other major companies headquartered in Menomonee Falls include Tundra Process Solutions, LeMaitre Vascular, Anthropic AI, and Rockline Industries.

The business community is supported by the Greater Menomonee Falls Chamber of Commerce.

Landmarks and Attractions

Rotary Park

Rotary Park is a popular 36-acre park located along the Menomonee River at W220 N7884 Town Line Road, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051.

The park features athletic fields, hiking trails, picnic areas, a sledding hill, cross country ski trails, and access to fishing and boating on the river.

Menomonee Falls Public Library

The Menomonee Falls Public Library is located at W156 N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051. The original building was designed in 1964 by famous architect Harry Weese.

The library features an extensive collection of books, movies, music, and more available to be borrowed by local residents. It hosts numerous family and children's programs.

Menomonee Falls Historical Museum

The Menomonee Falls Historical Museum is located at W152 N8645 Margaret Road, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051. It houses permanent and rotating exhibits showcasing the history of Menomonee Falls going back to its founding in 1892.

Public Transportation

Public transportation in Menomonee Falls is provided by the Milwaukee County Transit System through bus routes in the village. Some of the routes serving Menomonee Falls include:

• Route 67 - Travels along Appleton Ave and County Line Road
• Route 543 - Connects the Falls Pavilion to Froedtert Hospital
• Route 970 - Express bus to downtown Milwaukee

Full schedules and route maps are available on the Milwaukee County Transit System website.

Government

Menomonee Falls is located in Waukesha County, Wisconsin. The Waukesha County administrative offices are located at:

Visit the Waukesha County website.

The village of Menomonee Falls government is located at:

Visit the Village of Menomonee Falls website.

School Districts

Menomonee Falls has sections located in two school districts:

School District of Menomonee Falls

The School District of Menomonee Falls serves most of the village. It operates:

• 4 elementary schools
• 2 middle schools
• 1 high school

Visit the School District of Menomonee Falls website.

Hamilton School District

A small section in western Menomonee Falls is located within the Hamilton School District, which operates:

• 4 elementary schools
• 1 middle school
• 1 high school

Visit the Hamilton School District website.

Higher Education

Nearby colleges and universities include:

• University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee - 20 miles
• Marquette University - 15 miles
• Mount Mary University - 15 miles

Sports and Recreation

Popular sports teams and recreational sites in Menomonee Falls include:

• Menomonee Falls Community Recreation Department - Offers recreational programming and manages parks, trails, and athletic fields.
• Menomonee Falls Youth Football - Local youth football leagues and teams.
• Menomonee Falls Basketball Association - Organizes recreational and travel basketball leagues.
• Menomonee Falls High School Athletics - High school sports including football, basketball, volleyball, soccer, baseball, softball, tennis, golf, and more.

Annual Events

Popular annual events in Menomonee Falls include:

• Memorial Day Parade
• Maxwell Street Days - Three-day summer festival with food, music, carnival rides and more
• Brewfest - Craft beer tasting festival
• Fall Festival - Held annually in September with a parade, entertainment, food, and activities
• Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

For details on these and other local Menomonee Falls events, visit the community calendar on the village website.

Facebook

Menomonee Falls has an active community group on Facebook:

Menomonee Falls Community Group

Follow the group to see news and updates about local events, businesses, and more in Menomonee Falls.

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