Building Info
- Address: 509 W. Wisconsin Ave.
- Taxkey: 3610719112
- Architect: Holabird & Roche
- Assessed Value (Land): $6,539,000
- Assessed Value (Improvements): $49,725,800
- Assessed Value (Total): $56,264,800
- Assesment Year: 2023
- Year Built:
Opened in 1928 as Schroeder Hotel. Acquired by Marcus Corp in 1972 and rebranded as Marc Plaza Hotel. Added Hilton flag and new name, Hilton Milwaukee City Center in 1995. Paradise Landing water park and 175-room addition added in 2000. Water park closed in 2013. New name and $40 million renovation announced in 2024.
Lower-level tenants include Milwaukee ChopHouse, Miller Time Pub & Grill, Monarch Lounge and a Starbucks cafe.
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Hilton Milwaukee Announces the Most Extensive Renovation in Marcus Hotels & Resorts History
Connected to the newly extended Baird Center, the historic art deco landmark is the city’s largest hotel and Milwaukee’s meeting and convention destination of choice
Dec 5th, 2024 by Marcus Hotels & ResortsThe American Red Cross is Looking for Local Heroes
Nominations Due by December 31, 2024
Nov 25th, 2024 by American Red CrossWisconsin LGBT Chamber Announces Winners of the 2024 Business Awards
WPS and Enerpac Among Those Being Recognized
Oct 15th, 2024 by Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of CommerceRNC Preview – Day 2, Tuesday July 16
Our daily guide to what to expect, and where. And a look at what happened on Day One.
Jul 15th, 2024 by Jeramey JanneneRNC Preview – Day 1, Monday July 15
Our daily guide to what to expect, and where,
Jul 14th, 2024 by Jeramey JanneneDraft & Vessel Owner Plans Cafe at Vel R. Phillips Plaza
Entrepreneur Nat Davauer has big plans for key downtown space.
May 1st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene and Sophie BolichSt. Patrick’s Day Parade Steps Off Saturday
But don't miss UEDA's annual Carnival celebration Friday night.
Mar 7th, 2024 by Michael Holloway5-Day Food and Drink Event Returns to Downtown
Taste & Toast, starting Feb. 26, offers specially-priced fare at 20 bars and restaurants.
Feb 27th, 2024 by Sophie BolichDowntown Milwaukee’s Taste & Toast returns February 26 – March 1
Five nights of discounted bottles and bites available at more than 20 restaurants from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. nightly
Feb 15th, 2024 by Milwaukee Downtown, BID 21City Seeks Restaurant or Cafe For Downtown Park
Its plan for Vel R. Phillips Plaza is to create new gathering spot for Westown.
Apr 25th, 2023 by Jeramey JanneneMarcus Hotels & Resorts Promotes Jeff Stewart to General Manager of Hilton Milwaukee City Center
Apr 24th, 2023 by Marcus Hotels & Resorts
First Stage raises over $150,000 at 29th Annual Make Believe Ball
Managing Director Betsy Corry was also honored for her years of service at the event
Mar 23rd, 2023 by First StageGaming Convention, Comedy Show and Ladies Rock
A wide variety of activities offer a distraction from winter blues.
Jan 12th, 2023 by Michael HollowayRepublican Party Officially Selects Milwaukee for 2024 Convention
Milwaukee becomes first city to win back-to-back Democratic and Republican national conventions since 1972
Aug 5th, 2022 by VISIT MilwaukeeMeet Milwaukee’s New Mayor Cavalier Johnson
Johnson, first elected Black mayor in Milwaukee history, promises to focus on crime, jobs, neighborhoods and relationship with state.
Apr 5th, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneMidwinter Gaming Convention takes place Jan. 13-16th, 2022
Hilton Milwaukee City Center to host
Jan 11th, 2022 by VISIT MilwaukeeMilwaukee’s Black Turnout Down in 2020
Slightly lower than in 2016, which was low. Fear of contracting COVID-19, other obstacles noted.
Nov 13th, 2020 by Anya van WagtendonkMother’s Day Dining at Milwaukee’s Marcus Restaurants and Hotels, May 14
Wow the most special woman in your life for Mother’s Day, May 14, with the Oysters and Pearls Platter at Mason Street Grill.
May 1st, 2017 by Marcus Hotels & ResortsMonarch Lounge at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center Celebrates Kentucky Derbt, May 6
During the Derby Day party May 6, the Monarch Lounge will feature a delicious festival feast and specialty Derby drinks.
May 1st, 2017 by Marcus Hotels & ResortsUWM conference to address trauma and its treatments
The effects of trauma can be devastating to individuals, their families and their communities.
Apr 14th, 2017 by University of Wisconsin-MilwaukeeMilwaukee to Host 2,500 Professional Women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. at its Central Regional Conference, April 6-9, 2017
The gathering is expected to bring more than 2,500 attendees, fill almost 3,000 hotel rooms and generate $2.4 million in direct spending.
Apr 4th, 2017 by VISIT MilwaukeeEaster Dining at Milwaukee’s Marcus Hotels, Sunday, April 16
Make Easter memories with the ones you love.
Apr 3rd, 2017 by Marcus Hotels & ResortsWomen in Travel Summit 2017 Coming to Milwaukee in April
500 travel bloggers, influencers, and industry members will be exploring the city
Mar 28th, 2017 by VISIT MilwaukeeMarcus® Hotels & Resorts’ Premier Properties Offer One-Of-A-Kind Valentine’s Day Experiences for Couples Nationwide
Adventure, Romance, Bohemian, Luxury Packages and More Available for Every Kind of Couple
Jan 20th, 2017 by Marcus Hotels & ResortsMidwinter Gaming Convention Jan 12-15
Hilton Milwaukee City Center to host
Jan 9th, 2017 by VISIT Milwaukee250 Mentors For Black Youths
Annual “We Got This” event pairs African American men and boys, all tuxedo-clad.
Dec 22nd, 2016 by Andrea WaxmanVISIT Milwaukee to Host 2017 Women in Travel Summit
500+ female bloggers to explore the city
Jul 26th, 2016 by VISIT MilwaukeeNorthwestern Mutual Annual Meeting Draws 10,000 to Milwaukee Venues
Annual event for Milwaukee-based financial security company to pump about $12.9 million into local economy
Jul 21st, 2016 by VISIT MilwaukeeMarcus Restaurant Group Announces Winter Chef Series
The Winter Chef Series will feature chefs from Mason Street Grill, InterContinental® Milwaukee, Hilton Milwaukee City Center and The Pfister Hotel.
Feb 8th, 2016 by Marcus Restaurant GroupSarah Banach
"Not only are Milwaukeeans your classic Midwesterns, sincere and genuine people, we are all so passionate about things we love."
Nov 23rd, 2015 by NewaukeeMarriott-Starwood merger could mean higher prices for Milwaukee hotel rooms
Nov 16th, 2015 - BizTimes - Molly DillMarcus Hotels & Resorts taps new managers for Milwaukee Hilton, other properties
Nov 12th, 2015 - The Milwaukee Business Journal - Olivia BarrowDana Johnson
"I think Milwaukee is a fabulous place to work and do business."
Sep 21st, 2015 by NewaukeeNorthwestern Mutual Annual Meeting Draws 10,000 to Milwaukee Venues
Annual event for Milwaukee-based financial security company to pump about $12.9 million into local economy
Jul 16th, 2015 by VISIT MilwaukeeMPS hosting nearly 1,000 leaders from nation’s urban school districts
Challenges, best practices and reforms are the focuses of discussion at the Council of the Great City Schools annual conference
Oct 20th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public SchoolsDustin Zick
"In Milwaukee, if you bust your butt, it will pay off. In Chicago or LA, nobody may ever know your name."
Mar 24th, 2014 by Newaukee46th Annual National Black Law Students Association Convention at the Hilton 3/12-16
Convention at Hill in March
Mar 13th, 2014 by VISIT MilwaukeeNation’s Governors to Convene for Summer Meeting in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Governors from across the country will gather in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, August 1-4, for the National Governors Association (NGA) Summer Meeting to discuss a variety of issues facing states.
Jul 8th, 2013 by Press ReleaseBuilding data on this page, including assessment information, was last updated on April 5, 2024
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