Les Paul’s Birthday Celebration

Saturday, June 14, 2025
10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Celebrate the Wizard of Waukesha inside Les Paul’s House of Sound! Follow Les’ story from his humble beginnings in Wisconsin to his travels around the world. Immerse yourself in his ideas, music, and life.

Explore the full list of activities below:

🎤 Kohl’s Design It! Lab (9:00 am – 3:15 pm)
Create your own DIY guitar project you can take home!

🎤 Les Paul Foundation Activities (11:00 am – 1:00 pm)
Engage with hands-on activities hosted by Julie Palkowski of the Les Paul Foundation, exploring Les’ innovations and musical legacy.

🎤 Girls Rock MKE
Celebrate the power of music and creativity! Girls Rock MKE will lead interactive activities along the Promenade, empowering girls and women through music education and performance.

🎤 Civic Music MKE
Learn how this local organization supports music education and young musicians in our community.

🎤 Karltron Synthesizers
Meet sound designer Karl Stamm and explore the fascinating world of self-made synthesizers, circuit design, and more.

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