Historic Third Ward

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

We Took the Free Riverwest Brewery Shuttle Bus. Here’s How it Went.

Shuttle is a welcome amenity, encourages locals and tourists alike to explore beyond Downtown.

Design Plans Unveiled for Harbor District Riverwalk Project

Mayor Cavalier Johnson and Department of City Development continue to advance efforts to grow Milwaukee’s Riverwalk and expand public access

Downtown Dog Park Will Include Riverfront Brewery

Foxtown Landing will include Foxtown Brewery and Fromm-sponsored dog park.

Council Unanimously Approves Deer District Concert Venues

Live Nation cleared to enter Milwaukee market, partner with Milwaukee Bucks.

Halling & Cayo Adds Two Experienced Environmental Lawyers and Litigators to Team

Group Unveils Plans To Replace 794 With Boulevard

Rethink 794 thinks replacing elevated freeway with boulevard could lead to $1.5 billion in development, better city.

City Wins Grant To Reconstruct Cherry Street Bridge

Bridge, which connects Downtown to Brewers Hill, was built in 1940.

Ahead of Council Votes, FPC Announces Labor Agreements for Concert Venues

All jobs at proposed Live Nation-affiliated venues will be performed by union members.

Zizzo Opens New HQ In Historic Building

Marketing firm sits on the dividing line between Third Ward and Walker's Point with space that mixes fun with work.

Fall Gallery Night MKE unites Milwaukee’s downtown neighborhoods through art Oct. 21-22

City Wants Feedback on KK River Trails

Proposal would link two off-road trail segments, create corridor from South Side to Downtown

Deer District Concert Venue Wins First Approval, Despite Objections

Other concert venues fight Live Nation's entrance into Milwaukee market.

Twin Disc Moving Headquarters to Milwaukee

Racine company will be led from Third Ward. Plus: Recapping the week's real estate news.

Council Approves Paying Four Settlements

Taxpayers on the hook for yet more city settlements.

Milwaukee Ale House Auction Underway

800 items include commercial kitchen and bar equipment, furniture and heaps of Heinz Ketchup.

Third Ward Attracts Top 3D Printer Manufacturer

Boston area company Formlabs, a leader in 3D printer industry, opens regional HQ here.

City Building New Street in Third Ward

New apartment building triggers long-desired extension of Corcoran Ave.

Inside Dohmen Company’s King Dr. Facility

Renovated building is new home for health care company and foundation, including food programs and kitchens.

New Third Ward Restaurant Planned

Sweet Diner owners plan to open District 4 Social in former location of ping pong bar.

Third Ward Tower Site Sells For $6 Million

Developer expected to ramp up construction of 31-story tower along the river.

MKE Brewing Selling 9th Street Brewery

Brewery and taproom will close on Aug. 30, but beers are expected to live on.

Harbor Commission Approves Massive Cleanup Facility

New 42-acre, MMSD facility on lake could store 1.9 million cubic yards of sediment

10 Riverwalk Projects Will Greatly Expand System

Three-mile, award-winning corridor is becoming far more than a downtown amenity.

Milwaukee Ale House Will Close

Last day is September 11. Third Ward brewpub to feature special releases and throwback pricing in final weeks.

Skylight Music Theatre Announces New One Night Only Concerts

Series Launches with Pop Icon Tributes to James Taylor, Prince & Michael Jackson, and ABBA

Art Campaign Highlights Milwaukee, New York Teens

Milwaukee streetcar and New York subway stops to feature inspirational messages.

Teweles Seed Tower Has New Owners, Renovation Planned

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

Dog-Friendly Bar, Sandwich Shop Open in Third Ward

Sit, stay awhile at new bar and sandwich shop.

Air & Water Show Returns

Plus: Gallery night, food truck fest, a brewery celebrates its birthday and more.

Fiserv Again Flirts With Relocating Headquarters

Plus: Our recap of the week's real estate news

Milwaukee’s First Pier Garden?

That would be a beer garden located along the riverwalk in Third Ward, opening soon.

Design Board Okays Third Ward Project

5-story, 258-unit, $80 million complex near Summerfest gets conditional approval, with more revisions expected.

Fool’s Errand Restaurant Will Close

Third Ward establishment, successor to Fauntleroy, will serve its French-inspired fare through July 31.

Third Ward Grocer Will Be Upscale, Local

First Wisconsin location for Illinois-based Go Grocer will be 35% local products.

Pufferfish Could Be Permanent Fixture At Hotel Metro

The popular tiki bar opened in the hotel for a summer residency, but may extend its stay.

Dubbel Dutch To Open Public Gallery Space

The gallery's first exhibition will feature photography by local artists.

31-Story Third Ward Tower Developer Applies For Construction Permits

Hines planning fall groundbreaking at 333 N. Water St.

Summer Gallery Night MKE unites Milwaukee’s downtown neighborhoods through art July 22-23

How To Travel To Summerfest Without A Car

9 options for getting to the Big Gig.

The Hop Returns To Full Service

After months of mechanical, staffing issues a full return, with extended hours during Summerfest

Historic Third Ward Association Names Jordan Dechambre Marketing & Communications Director

Local Marketing Vet Tapped to Lead Non-Profit’s Marketing, PR, Social Media & Events

Milwaukee Chamber Theatre Announces New Production Manager!

Fusion Poke Planning Third Ward Location

Fusion Poke will open its third location on N. Broadway.

Skylight Music Theatre Announces Early Career Professional Internship Program

New Apartment Building, Rebuilt Parish Hall For St. Mark’s

East Side development near Downer Ave. adds housing, targeted at saving church.

Bastille Days and the Milwaukee Art Museum Celebrate French Culture in July

Four-day French festival and museum events bring Joie de vivre back to MKE

Public Market Announces Summer Concert Series

Wicked Hop Is a Crowd Pleaser

Good food, good service, big portions, fun atmosphere.

Skylight Music Theatre Announces Skylight in the Park with Sondheim

Outdoor Concert & Picnic to Benefit Skylight Music Theatre Saturday, June 18, 2022, 6 p.m.

Bucks, FPC Plan Downtown Concert Venue

Two buildings with 800 and 4,000 person capacities on former Bradley Center site.

More Renderings of Downtown ‘Iron District’ Released

11-acre development with new soccer stadium, concert venue lists big-name supporters.

Soccer Stadium, Concert Venue Planned For Downtown

6th and Michigan complex would transform Westown and impact local concert business.

Admiral’s Wharf Construction Could Start This Summer

Developer moving to close financing package after two years of delays.

Third Ward Apartments Design Overhauled

But architectural review board raises many issues for planned apartment complex. Expect more changes and a new city street.

Milwaukee’s Only Downtown and Nighttime 5K Run/Walk, Storm the Bastille, Returns in Person for 2022

Last Call To Buy Milwaukee Brewing Company

Disposition firm seeking offers by May 25 to buy all or parts of brewery.

No New Third Ward Concert Venue

FPC is considering other sites away from Summerfest grounds.

Riverwalk Offers Many Different Views

Of Downtown, the river, many artworks and brewpubs of course.

Ryan Clancy Launches Campaign For State Assembly

County supervisor is backed by Rep. Brostoff, who he is running to replace.

Skylight Music Theatre Announces 2022-2023 Season

Exciting Premieres, Dynamic Partnerships and Unexpected Twists

Milwaukee Film Fest Returns!

Plus, Gallery Night & Day, Vliet Street Art Walk, Rock the Green and more.

Festa Italiana Actually Canceled Due To Financial Issues

Italian Community Center had $1 million negative fund balance even before the pandemic.

Rep. Brostoff Will Run For Aldermanic Seat

Jonathan Brostoff will seek seat being vacated by Nik Kovac and won't run for re-election to State Assembly.

The Curious Story of the ‘LIFE’ Building

1927 building built with tavern earnings now home to Community Roofing & Restoration.

SoftwareONE Moving Office To Third Ward

Firm moving North American HQ of global cloud solutions provider, and 135 employees, from Waukesha to Milwaukee.