Tile Town
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Secret Garden Unveils Classic Batchelder Fountain
Former funeral home on 53rd and North, now a school, has many tile artworks.
Aug 28th, 2024 by Ben Tyjeski
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Washington High School’s Tiled Bubblers Are Unique
The bubbler station became an artistic oasis in the 1920s and '30s.
Apr 23rd, 2024 by Ben Tyjeski
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Uncovering The Oriental Theatre’s Mysterious Tiles
An inside tour of art tile in Milwaukee.
Nov 17th, 2023 by Ben Tyjeski
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Nursery Rhyme Fireplace in a “Kindergarten Suite”
Wisconsin Avenue School, slated for redevelopment, contains MPS nursery rhyme tiles in former kindergarten room.
Oct 27th, 2023 by Ben Tyjeski
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Will Unique Downtown Mural Be Saved?
Ceramic tile artwork created in 1970 at insurance building on 8th and Michigan. Iron District developer says it will be preserved.
Jun 21st, 2023 by Ben Tyjeski
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Three MPS Schools Have Arthur Rackham Illustrations
Century-old, brick and tiled fireplaces are unique artworks. Part 2 of a series.
May 24th, 2023 by Ben Tyjeski
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Century-Old Illustrated Fireplace Delights Students
First in a series. An inside tour of unique Arts & Crafts tile creations in Milwaukee.
Mar 19th, 2023 by Ben Tyjeski
