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What’s It Worth?
Fred Vogel, Jr. Building Has Quite a History
Including the Third Ward, tanneries and many a Vogel. Oh, and a building worth $2.8 million.
Jul 20th, 2024 by Michael Horne
Milwaukee Walks
Ghosts of Milwaukee’s Past
A walk through Forest Home Cemetery is a peaceful encounter with countless famous names.
May 13th, 2023 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
Dining
Eating Lunch At The Pfister Hotel
Century-old ambience and elegance elevate the classic fare, making your visit an event.
Feb 17th, 2023 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
Yesterday’s Milwaukee
Welcome Park in Whitefish Bay
Guido Pfister created the park and beer garden at the streetcar stop in Whitefish Bay.
Jul 5th, 2016 by Jeff Beutner
Yesterday’s Milwaukee
Pabst Brewery’s Grand Resort, 1890
Located in Whitefish Bay, it was served by rail and steamboat from downtown Milwaukee.
Jun 21st, 2016 by Jeff Beutner
City Streets
Jefferson Street Became Asphalt Showcase
Charles Pfister spent his own money to pave the street abutting his hotel in the new style.
Mar 4th, 2016 by Carl Baehr
Yesterday’s Milwaukee
Pfister Hotel, About 1910
Pfister and Milwaukee Club buildings still survive. Both have famous designers.
Feb 23rd, 2016 by Jeff Beutner
City Streets
The Short Swampy History of Chicago Street
Built on a marsh, it became a magnet for immigrants.
Nov 19th, 2015 by Carl Baehr
Yesterday’s Milwaukee
Downtown Milwaukee, 1871
Remarkably, many of these buildings still stand today on Wisconsin Avenue.
Jun 3rd, 2015 by Jeff Beutner
