Why These 10 Wisconsin Factory Towns Will Never Be the Same

A factory can close in a day. What happens to the community can last generations. From Brokaw’s paper mill to Janesville’s auto plant, explore ten Wisconsin communities shaped by manufacturing—and what happened when the work changed or disappeared. These are stories of lost jobs, local identity, reinvention, and the people who carried their towns forward. 00:00 Opening 01:01 Brokaw 03:13 Manitowoc 05:39 Janesville 08:06 Two Rivers 10:31 Brillion 12:42 Beloit 15:09 West Allis 17:26 Kenosha 19:45 Wisconsin Rapids 21:49 Eau Claire 23:48 What Wisconsin carried forward Welcome to Wisconsin Memory Mile. Which Wisconsin place should we cover next? Share your town and its story in the comments. #Wisconsin #WisconsinHistory #FactoryTowns