Historic Third Ward

Say Hello to Rusty the Mastodon

Newly christened 22,000-pound sculpture in the Third Ward made from a former shoe company boiler.

Air Show Soars Over A Weekend of Fun

Don't let the sound of jets drown out Gallery Night, Weird Fest and much more.

Buskers To Take Over The Riverwalk

'It's Alive on the RiverWalk' series to offer free performers on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

State Wants Feedback On Plans For I-794

Should elevated freeway between 6th St. and Hoan Bridge become a boulevard? Two public meetings to seek citizen comments.

Sculpture Milwaukee Returns For 7th Year

Featuring 7 artists from across the globe, 39 works, and a meditation on Michael Jackson.

Northwestern Mutual Names Tower Team

And wins approval for street closure. Second glassy tower to be built by team that helped create signature 2017 tower.

Sweetgreen Sets Opening Date

National chain's salad bar in Third Ward will welcome its first guests on July 18.

New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in June

12 new places to check out for coffee, lunch or an upscale dinner.

Water Street Could Become Pedestrian Haven in Third Ward

Wider sidewalks, fewer traffic lanes contemplated.

Committee Backs 4 Streetcar Extensions

If federal grants received, system could reach Fiserv Forum, East Side, Bronzeville and Walker's Point.

Third Ward’s The Edison Opens Friday

New American eatery is the latest from Benson's Restaurant Group.

Kawa To Open at Crossroads Collective

Plus: Fusion Poke's grand opening deals, two restaurants suspended and a new home for Tots on the Street.

A Plan To Save Third Ward Swing Bridge

Proposal calls for it to become a national model, 'the coolest nightlife spot in the city.'

Fall Construction Planned for Downtown Dog Park, Brewery

By 2024 Foxtown Brewing complex and dog park could be the "hot new place" in town.

Gibraltar Announces Grand Opening Date

The jazz and cocktail venue - now in the Third Ward - makes its grand return on June 22.

Bastille Days Celebrates 40th Anniversary July 13 – 16

One of the world’s largest French festivals will bring back old traditions, new entertainment for 2023 iteration

Big Delay in Downtown Concert Halls

Will FPC Live ever build $50 to $60 million concert complex? Industry observers have their doubts.

Third Ward’s Fusion Poke Opens June 16

Hawaiian-Asian fusion restaurant will showcase poke bowls, ramen and more.

How To Get to Summerfest 2023

No car? No problem. Here are 9 other ways to get there.

Third Ward Tower Making Its Mark

Building will eventually rise 31 stories, but it's already clearly visible

The Edison Announces Opening Date

Third Ward's 'sophisticated neighborhood grill' will open on July 5.

New Beer Garden For Third Ward

The Third Ward Beer Garden opens Friday, featuring local and imported beer, cocktails and live music.

Streetcar Rolling Through Rising Couture

Lakefront tower now stands 15 stories tall, while streetcar connection is built out in base.

Milwaukee Ballet to Wrap 2022/23 Season with Encore

The season finale takes place in the Company’s Third Ward Studio June 1-11

What’s That Orange Barrier in the Milwaukee River?

We Energies' project to dredge river bottom is part of much larger cleanup effort.

1033 Plans Fine Dining in Walker’s Point

'Less is more' at small plates restaurant and wine bar planning May opening.

Public Market Announces 2023 Summer Concert Series Dates

Piles Being Driven For New Third Ward Apartments

Steel piles will form foundation for five-story apartment complex.

Meet Milwaukee’s Newest Historic Building

1883 Walker's Point building on S. 5th St. will be protected.

7 Catalytic Projects For Downtown Milwaukee

New downtown plan calls for streetcar expansion, protected bike network, rethinking 794 and improved public spaces.

Marcus Hotels & Resorts Promotes Jeff Stewart to General Manager of Hilton Milwaukee City Center

New Harvard Design School Leader a Longtime Local Architect

Grace La's enduring impact on Milwaukee includes Marsupial Bridge and Kilbourn Tower.

Saffron Adds Brunch Service In Advance of First Anniversary

Weekend-only menu debuts this Saturday with indian-inspired brunch dishes and cocktails.

11-Story East Side Hotel Approved

Council unanimously endorses new hotel for Brady Street.

Inside Rite-Hite’s New HQ

Ccmpany's campus is designed to attract the workforce, and customers, of the future.

Cafe at MARN Reopens April 14

Third Ward arts and culture center to debut new menu, coffee and full bar on Milwaukee Day.

MARN Art + Culture Hub Cafe reopens with food, full bar

The MARN Art + Culture Hub, which includes an art gallery, event space, and local handmade arts marketplace, is reopening its cafe on 414 Day, Friday, April 14

New Downtown Hotel Approved

Historic commission endorses revisions to proposed Tempo by Hilton.

Milwaukee Admirals announced as signature sponsor of downtown’s first dog park

Milwaukee’s professional hockey team joins Fromm Family Pet Foods and area businesses in advancing project

New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in March

Two pizzerias, a new sports bar and other businesses opened last month.

City Seeks To Redevelop Marcus Center Garage

RFP to redevelop 700-space parking structure is expected to be issued 'soon.'

Gallery Night MKE Celebrates Creativity — at 50+ locations — April 21 & 22

The Gouda Girls Retire

Plus: First Chick-fil-A in a city neighborhood, two food trucks slated to launch first restaurants.

Third Ward Tower Starts Its Rise

Tower crane only hints at future height of 31-story apartment building.

Freshii Closes Last Wisconsin Location

Fast-casual restaurant operated at Two-Fifty building for nearly five years.

Benson’s Group Names Third Ward Restaurant

The Edison, coming summer 2023.

Milwaukee Losing One Of Its Movable Bridges

16th Street Bridge will be rebuilt as stationary structure.

Skylight Music Theatre Names Susan Varela Executive Director

Huge New Sports Bar For Third Ward

District Fore, with food, drink, golf simulators and two TV walls, opens just in time for March Madness.

Extended Parking Meter Hours Sparks City Hall Debate, Possible Repeal

But committee holds off for now, citing delayed implementation.

Milwaukee Chamber Theatre Raises $1,514,428 In Sustainability Campaign, Will Proceed With 23/24 Season

Challenge Match led by Caran and Joel Quadracci through the Windhover Foundation with support from Donna and Donald Baumgartner and the Herzfeld Foundation is Instrumental to Success

Brady Street Hotel Gains First City Approval

Alderman hopes it is a boon for daytime businesses and catalyst for more change.

Milwaukee Extends Downtown Parking Meters To 9 P.M., Adds Saturdays

Change intended to make it easier to park, but will also grow city's revenue.

Third Ward’s Saffron Presents New Menu

New proteins, unique ingredients and edible clouds included on new menu, which debuted Feb. 28.

Milwaukee Chamber Theatre Announces $150,000 Sustainability Campaign Challenge Match led by Caran and Joel Quadracci through the Windhover Foundation with support from Donna and Donald Baumgartner and the Herzfeld Foundation

Campaign Deadline Extended to Tuesday, March 7th

Recycling Facility Getting Upgrades To Keep Materials Out of River

New mural will also help beautify Menomonee Valley, highlight native wildlife.

Hemp Dispensary Coming to Third Ward

Owners of Menomonee Falls-based TerraSol plan to open second location in Milwaukee.

Milwaukee Chamber Theatre Presents the World Premiere of HOOPS

Adapted by Eliana Pipes with Original Music by B~Free from The HOOPS Project by Nicole Acosta

Musician Plans To Reopen Gibraltar, This Time in The Third Ward

After five-year closure, owner plans to revive Walker's Point cocktail lounge and music venue.

Third Ward Tavern Would Be Replaced By 2-Story Building

1884 building, one of ward's oldest, has no options for preservation say developers.

Historic Third Ward Building Could Be Razed

Developers want to tear down 1884 building, a longtime tavern vacant since 2013.

Powerful Art By Prison Inmates

Portrait Society presents hundreds of artworks by 65 current or former inmates. It's quite a show.

Go Grocer Opens in Third Ward

Plus: Farewell to Flannery's, The Spice House, E&F Pizzeria and Gülden Room Cafe.

Benson’s Group Plans New Restaurant in Former Wahlburgers

The Bridgewater Modern Grill operator plan to open new restaurant this summer.

Interstate 794 Named Freeway Without A Future

Congress for the New Urbanism report will include downtown Milwaukee highway.

Noble Catering Will Operate Skylight Bar & Bistro

F Street's catering company starts Feb. 3, coinciding with opening night of 'Evita.'

A New Battle Over Mary Nohl Home

Proposal to create cultural overlay district bitterly opposed by some Fox Point residents.

Wahlburgers Closes Third Ward Restaurant

Six other Wisconsin locations continue to operate, with at least one more on the way.

Seafood Restaurant and Wine Bar Planned for Walker’s Point

1033 will offer small plates, oysters, clams, mussels, caviar and wine pairings.

Third Ward Building Could Gain Apartments

Wimmer Communities plans 5-apartment project with balconies overlooking the river.

Twisted Cafe Reopens, Plans Anniversary Party

Plus: Three new restaurants planned, Lazy Susan will close and Amped ramping up.

Sweetgreen Coming to Third Ward

Upcoming restaurant would be first Milwaukee location for fast-growing chain.

New Land Plans 25-Story Apartment Tower

The potential development would rise at corner of N. Farwell Ave. and E. Curtis Pl.

Developer Will Refine Downtown Hotel

Historic Commission staff pushes for less 'squat' design, more 'grandeur' in eight-story proposed hotel.

The Grand Opening of Le C’s Tea House

Plus: Copper Turtle Brewery & Taverne opens in Third Ward and farewell, for now, to SlyFox.

Land Purchased For Downtown Brewery and Dog Park

Foxtown Brewery takes major step forward on Downtown project.

Copper Turtle Brewery and Taverne Is Now Open

Milwaukee's newest and maybe greenest brewery opening in Third Ward.

Developer Pays $6 Million For Third Ward Site

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

MilTex Kitchen Seeks New Location

Plus: Five new restaurants planned, a micro-grocery for the Brewery District and welcome back Scardina Specialties.

Le C’s Tea House Opening On Milwaukee’s East Side

Tea and pastry cafe plans mid-January grand opening.

Skylight Music Theatre Receives Wispact Foundation Grant to Support American Sign Language (ASL) Programming

Historic Commission Will Review New Downtown Hotel

Plans proceeding for eight-story Tempo by Hilton across from Pere Marquette Park.

Baking Classes Return to Honeypie

Plus: Four new restaurants. And small-format grocery will serve Brewery District residents.

Go Grocer Adding Second Milwaukee Location

Micro-grocery would offer local items and staples at new Brewery District outlet.

Bars & Recreation Announces NYE Events

Axe throwing, karaoke and shuffleboard all in the lineup for Dec. 31 celebrations.

Groundbreaking For New Third Ward Tower

Hines praises Milwaukee, and contractor says pile driving will be done at start of 2023.

Santa Rampage Raising Funds for Bike Fed

Plus: Opening weekend for Wild Lights at Zoo and many more holiday events.

Grace Coffee Expanding to Milwaukee

Seventh location for Madison-based coffeehouse and cafe planned for Third Ward.

City of Milwaukee and Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 to host third meeting for Downtown Area Plan update

Milwaukee-area residents encouraged to attend a Community Open House on Dec. 7

See Inside Historic “Red Castle” Mansion, Now For Sale

18-room Schuster Mansion in Concordia neighborhood is on auction block.

All Aboard For Black Friday Beer Specials

Three shuttles offer easy access to so many breweries and specialty brews on annual beer release day.

It’s Time to Sleigh the Holidays!

Christmas in the Ward Brings an Old-Fashioned Holiday Celebration to the Heart of Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward on Friday, Dec. 2

Foxtown Landing Wins First Approval

Architectural review board endorses proposed brewery, restaurant and adjacent dog park along Milwaukee River.

Wisconsin Dental Association swears in Eau Claire dentist Dr. Christopher Johnson as president

Milwaukee Chamber Theatre Announces Departure of Managing Director