MILWAUKEE -- The American Legion announced on Friday, May 12th that Milwaukee will be the host of its National Convention from August 24 - September 1, 2022.
Milwaukee won the bid last week in Indianapolis with its presentation, which included a customized video address from Governor Scott Walker.
VISIT Milwaukee President & CEO Paul Upchurch issued the following statement in a news release:
The convention’s 13,000 attendees will account for 17,700 room nights, bringing an estimated economic impact of $11.2 million to the greater Milwaukee area.
Milwaukee last hosted the American Legion convention in 2010.