Native Issues
Preserving history

Wisconsin native helps document white house legacy

Dr. Matthew Costello, a Wisconsin native and chief education officer at the White House Historical Association, is dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of the White House. Founded by First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy in 1961, the WHHA collects artifacts, supports research, and educates the public. Costello, who grew up in Muskego, leads efforts to encourage new scholarship and make White House history more accessible to all.