Commonly called “The Domes.”
Constructed between 1959 and 1967. LED lighting system added in 2008.
Each of the three domes is 140 feet in diameter and 85 feet tall.
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NV_PMT-19-18 | 2019/02/14 | Permit | Noise Variance Permit |
FWP-18-00054 | 2018/12/20 | Permit | Explosives or Fireworks Permit |
NV_PMT-18-377 | 2018/11/08 | Permit | Noise Variance Permit |
NV_PMT-18-138 | 2018/06/13 | Permit | Noise Variance Permit. |
ELEC-17-04942 | 2017/08/16 | Permit | Electrical Permit. |
PLB-17-02674 | 2017/06/30 | Permit | Building Plumbing Permit. |
PWEU-17-00859 | 2017/05/04 | Permit | ROW Excavation Utility. |
PLB-16-00714 | 2016/11/08 | Permit | Building Plumbing Permit. |
PLB-16-00559 | 2016/10/29 | Permit | Building Plumbing Permit. |
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Content referencing Mitchell Park Conservatory
Parks Launches Mitchell Park Campaign
Public engagement campaign aimed at building support, awareness for The Domes, Mitchell Park and a potential project.
Jul 31st, 2023 by Graham KilmerNew Policy Would Require County To Study Demolishing The Domes
County board considering replacing repair-focused 2016 policy after limited progress.
Dec 1st, 2022 by Graham KilmerDomes Project Returns to Reality
$66 million plan to fix domes, redevelop Mitchell Park is shot down, leaving the facility's future a question mark.
Jun 15th, 2022 by Graham KilmerMilwaukee County Supervisor Candidates Share Views on Domes, Historic Preservation
Candidates respond to Milwaukee Preservation Alliance survey on favorite historic sites and more
Mar 28th, 2022 by Milwaukee Preservation AllianceMilwaukee Preservation Alliance February 2022 Milwaukee County Supervisor Candidate Survey
Candidates share views on historic preservation, future of Mitchell Park Domes
Feb 7th, 2022 by Milwaukee Preservation AllianceCounty Can’t Afford Park System
Fewer local tax dollars available for parks. Officials call for new revenue sources.
Dec 3rd, 2021 by Edgar MendezNation’s Leading Historic Preservation Organization Names the “Milwaukee Domes” a National Treasure
National Trust for Historic Preservation Also Unveils New Engineering Report Demonstrating a Comprehensive and Cost-Effective Preservation Solution for the Milwaukee Landmark
Mar 22nd, 2017 by National Trust for Historic PreservationMilwaukee’s Most Schizophrenic Developer?
Joshua Jeffers is spending millions to redevelop the Mackie Building and famed Grain Exchange.
Jan 7th, 2017 by Jeramey JanneneThe Demoting of the Domes
Once a Milwaukee icon, the horticultural oasis is barely being promoted to tourists.
Nov 26th, 2016 by Virginia SmallAbele Relents on Domes Committee?
Says he will accept county board committee on Mitchell Park Domes. But will he?
Aug 19th, 2016 by Virginia Small12 Things Will Decide Domes’ Future
Politicians will decide their fate, but citizens can lead the way. 12 issues are key.
Apr 22nd, 2016 by Virginia SmallLarson Demands Abele Come Clean on Secret Domes Group
“It's time for Abele to release the secret instructions, meeting records, and real mission of his Dome steering committee.”
Apr 1st, 2016 by State Sen. Chris LarsonCounty Executive Refuses Once Again to Sign Domes Repair Resolution
Also Ethics Code and Sex Offender Resolutions
Mar 23rd, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.Duel Over the Domes
Abele and county board creating dueling committees to address damaged domes.
Mar 16th, 2016 by Virginia SmallDomes Are An International Star
They are a tourist and architectural attraction. Yet there’s talk of tearing them down.
Mar 3rd, 2016 by Virginia SmallCounty Executive AWOL From Public Hearing on Future of the Domes
Abele Refuses to Listen to Community
Feb 24th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.10 Reasons To Save The Domes
Their impact on city culture and image is immense.
Feb 24th, 2016 by Virginia SmallChairman Lipscomb Critical of Administration Response to Domes Closure
We are just receiving initial details of their short-term plan to re-open one dome, and the administration’s long-term plan for all three still is unclear.
Feb 22nd, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.New partnership furthers food access through Milwaukee Winter Market
Oct 15th, 2015 - OnMilwaukee.com - Lori FredrichBuilding data on this page, including assessment information, was last updated on September 6, 2020
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