Treaty of February 11, 1856
On February 11, 1856, a treaty was finalized in Keshena, Wisconsin, between the United States and the Menomonee tribe. This agreement ceded a tract of land for the Stockbridge and Munsee tribes, ensuring their relocation near the Menomonee reservation. The United States committed to compensating the Menomonees for this land at sixty cents per acre, aiming to enhance their welfare. Provisions were included to promote the well-being of the Menomonees and uphold their interests, marking a significant legislative effort amid ongoing changes in tribal relations.