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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin

 
Clickable Map of Milwaukee County, Wisconsin and Immediately Adjacent Jurisdictions image/svg+xml 2019-10-06 U.S. Census Bureau, Abe.suleiman; Lokal_Profil; HMdb.org; J.J.Prats/dc:title> https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Usa_counties_large.svg Milwaukee County, WI (536) Ozaukee County, WI (124) Racine County, WI (42) Washington County, WI (51) Waukesha County, WI (132) Muskegon County, MI (21) Ottawa County, MI (83)  MilwaukeeCounty(536) Milwaukee County (536)  OzaukeeCounty(124) Ozaukee County (124)  RacineCounty(42) Racine County (42)  WashingtonCounty(51) Washington County (51)  WaukeshaCounty(132) Waukesha County (132)  MuskegonCountyMichigan(21) Muskegon County (21)  OttawaCounty(83) Ottawa County (83)
Milwaukee is the county seat for Milwaukee County
Adjacent to Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
      Ozaukee County (124)  
      Racine County (42)  
      Washington County (51)  
      Waukesha County (132)  
      Muskegon County, Michigan (21)  
      Ottawa County, Michigan (83)  
 
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201 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Northpoint — 535 — North Point Light Station
The North Point Light Station has a long history of guiding mariners to Milwaukee. Its location was chosen to mark the north point of Milwaukee Bay. Erected in 1887 and first lit in 1888, the 39-foot octagonal cast-iron tower replaced an 1855 . . . Map (db m48408) HM
202 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Northpoint — 214 — North Point Lighthouse — Reported permanently removed
Milwaukee’s first lighthouse was erected in 1837 on a 56 foot bluff at the east end of Wisconsin Ave. It was replaced in 1855 by a 28 foot tower 100 feet east of the present location. Erosion forced the rebuilding in the 1870’s and relocation . . . Map (db m34766) HM
203 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Schlitz Park — Brown Bottle Pub/Sternewirt Priveledge — 1938
"We can make if faster than you can drink it!" - Boastful proclamation to visiting US Navy sailors gathered on Galena Street during "Operation Schlitz Fest" (also known as the "Beer & Brat Beachhead") • Up until Prohibition in 1920, union . . . Map (db m184806) HM
204 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Schlitz Park — General Office/Executive Building — 1890
• Originally built as a one story executive office, Alfred Clas Architect. • Renovations were made to the east end of the Office Building in 1904, including the addition of a new Sternewirt (eventually replaced by the Brown Bottle in 1938). • . . . Map (db m185114) HM
205 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Schlitz Park — Joseph Schlitz Brewing Company
• Founded by August Krug in 1849 • Joseph A. Schlitz, Krug's bookkeeper, takes over management after Krug dies in 1856 • 1858 Schlitz married Krug's widow, Ann Marie, and a few years later changes the name to the Joseph Schlitz Brewery. • . . . Map (db m184306) HM
206 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Schlitz Park — Prohibition Years — 1920-1933
• Changed name to Schlitz Beverage Company • "Schlitz - the Name that Made Milwaukee Famous" • The brewery shifted gears to produce Schlitz Malt Syrup and various soda waters, as well as a non-alcoholic brew called "FAMO" • July 1, 1921 - . . . Map (db m184357) HM
207 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Schlitz Park — Schlitz Bottling Works / Bottlehouse A — 1899
• Third bottling facility built within the Schlitz Brewery complex • Serviced by an extensive network of rail bays - running from the Commerce Street yards • As a condition of securing the building permit from the City of Milwaukee, the . . . Map (db m185229) HM
208 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Schlitz Park — Schlitz Brewhouse A — 1890
• Ornamental cast-iron railings articulated with hops flower medallions, brew barrel newel posts, stairs and platform floors by J. G. Wagner of Milwaukee. • Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company provided the structural iron work, including riveted . . . Map (db m184381) HM
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209 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Schlitz Park — Schlitz Brewhouse A — 1890
• The first batch of beer was produced on July 13, 1891. • Originally built with three 450-barrel copper brew kettles • Enlarged to the south in 1902 - providing four additional 450 barrel copper brew kettles • Brewhouse A was the second . . . Map (db m184715) HM
210 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Schlitz Park — Schlitz Brewhouse B/Technical Building — 1949
• The third brew house to be built within the Schlitz brewing complex provided an additional four 550-barrel copper brew kettles • Brewhouse B replaced an original coal-fired boiler power house plant (which boasted of the country's tallest . . . Map (db m184369) HM
211 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — "Mr. Baseball" — Bob Uecker — Voice of the Milwaukee Brewers Major League Baseball Player and World-Class Entertainer —
Born and raised in Milwaukee, Bob Uecker became a national celebrity through his work in sports and entertainment. Uecker will forever be known as the "Voice of the Brewers" with over four decades as lead play-by-play broadcaster for the team. . . . Map (db m141356) HM
212 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — 1957 World Series Champions
The 1957 season was a magical year for the Milwaukee Braves as they defeated the New York Yankees, four games to three, to deliver the city's first World Series Championship. Pitcher Lew Burdette earned World Series MVP honors with three wins, . . . Map (db m142138) HM
213 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Albert Fred Schoendienst — "Red" — Milwaukee Braves, 1957-60 —
A 10-time All-Star, played 19 seasons with the Cardinals, Giants and Milwaukee Braves. The second baseman appeared in 2,216 Major League games, collected 2,449 hits and batted .289 lifetime. Acquired by Milwaukee mid-season in 1957, led the N.L. . . . Map (db m142196) HM
214 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Allan H. "Bud" Selig
A Milwaukee icon and the ninth Commissioner of Major League Baseball, Allan H. "Bud" Selig brought baseball back to his hometown after purchasing the Seattle Pilots out of bankruptcy in 1970, and rebranding the club as the Brewers. Led the franchise . . . Map (db m147870) HM
215 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Allan H. Selig — "Bud" — President of the Milwaukee Brewers 1970-1998 Ninth President of Major League Baseball —
Returned Major League Baseball to his hometown in 1970 by founding the Milwaukee Brewers, the winners of the 1982 American League pennant. Selig, UPI's 1978 Executive of the Year, led the Brewers to seven "Organization of the Year" awards as . . . Map (db m36226) HM
216 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Andy Pafko — Milwaukee Braves, 1953-1959
Born in Boyceville, Wisconsin. A solid hitting and good defensive outfielder who finished a 17-year Major League career with seven seasons in Milwaukee. Batted .297 with 17 home runs in 1953 as the only Wisconsin native on the Braves roster. . . . Map (db m142195) HM
217 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — B.J. Surhoff — 1987 - 1995
The number one overall pick by the Brewers in the 1985 draft, Surhoff played the first nine of his 19 MLB seasons for the club. Splitting most of his time between left field, catcher and third base, Surhoff appeared at every position aside from . . . Map (db m141028) HM
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218 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Ben Oglivie — 1978 - 1986
Acquired during the 1977 offseason, Oglivie spent the final nine seasons of his 16-year career with the Brewers. Enjoyed career-best season in 1980, batting .304 with .925 OPS and A.L.-leading 41 home runs, earning the Silver Slugger Award and the . . . Map (db m140312) HM
219 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Ben Sheets — 2001 - 2008
Drafted tenth overall by the Brewers in 1999, Sheets pitched eight seasons in Milwaukee, earning four All-Star selections and winning 10-plus games seven times. Enjoyed best season in 2004 when he finished third in the Majors in strikeouts (264) and . . . Map (db m141023) HM
220 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Bill Castro — 1974 - 1980
Drafted by the Brewers in 1970, Castro spent the first seven seasons of his 10-year Major League career in Milwaukee. Compiled a 2.96 ERA, 44 saves and a .521 winning percentage in 253 games as a Brewer. Finished in the top ten in the American . . . Map (db m138769) HM
221 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Bill Hall — 2002 - 2009
A hallmark of the Brewers clubs in the 2000s, the versatile Hall played eight seasons in Milwaukee. From 2000-2009, only Geoff Jenkins appeared in more games and had more hits for the Brewers than Hall. Earned 2006 Brewers Player of the Year . . . Map (db m147857) HM
222 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Bill Schroeder
Drafted by Milwaukee in the eighth round of the 1979 draft, Schroeder spent six of his eight Major League seasons with the Brewers. The former catcher's best season came in 1987 when he batted a career-best .332 with 14 HR and 42 RBI in 75 games for . . . Map (db m147871) HM
223 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Bill Travers — 1974 - 1980
Selected in the sixth round of the 1970 draft, Travers pitched seven of his nine Major League seasons for the Brewers. Posted career-best season in 1976 with 15 wins in 240 innings. His 15 complete games contributed to his sparkling 2.81 ERA - . . . Map (db m141041) HM
224 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Bill Wegman — 1985 - 1995
A Brewer from start to finish, Wegman spent his entire 11-year Major League career in Milwaukee. Enjoyed career-best year in 1991, posting a 15-7 record with seven complete games and 2.84 ERA - third lowest in the American League. That year, Wegman . . . Map (db m141326) HM
225 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Bob McClure — 1977 - 1986
A commanding left-handed pitcher, McClure spent 10 of his 19 Major League seasons in Milwaukee. Led the Brewers in saves in both 1978 and 1980, posting a 3.08 ERA in 52 appearances in 1980. Enjoyed his best season as a Brewer in 1982, when he moved . . . Map (db m140296) HM
226 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Bob Uecker
"Mr. Baseball." Synonymous with baseball in Milwaukee, Uecker played two of his six Major League seasons in the Brew City but his legacy extends far beyond the field. Known for his humor and quick wit, the Milwaukee native was named radio . . . Map (db m141043) HM
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227 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Bob Uecker — Milwaukee Braves, 1962-1963
Enjoyed a six-year Major League career with the first two seasons occurring in his native city of Milwaukee. Batted .250 for the Braves, including a .281 mark at County Stadium. Recognized in Baseball's Hall of Fame in Cooperstown as winner of the . . . Map (db m142202) HM
228 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Bob Wickman — 1996 - 2000
The Green Bay, Wisconsin, native and UW-Whitewater alumnus, Wickman spent five of his 15 Major League seasons in Milwaukee. Named Brewers Pitcher of the Year in 1998 and 1999, during which time he compiled 62 saves and a 3.62 ERA. On September 21, . . . Map (db m141328) HM
229 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Bobby Thomson — Milwaukee Braves, 1954-1957
Perhaps best known for his "shot heard round the world" as a member of the New York Giants. Traded to the Braves prior to the 1954 season, but suffered a sprained ankle in spring training, allowing rookie Hank Aaron to earn a place in the lineup. . . . Map (db m142199) HM
230 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Cal Eldred — 1991 - 1999
The 17th overall pick by the Brewers in 1989, Eldred spent the first nine seasons of his 14-year Major League career in Milwaukee. Found immediate success in 1992 by posting an 11-2 record - including a club record-tying ten straight wins - with a . . . Map (db m139004) HM
231 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Calvary Cemetery Civil War Veterans
Consecrated on 1857 by the Most Rev. John Martin Henni, first archbishop of Milwaukee, Calvary Cemetery is the final resting place for more than 300 Union Civil War veterans including two Medal of Honor recipients: Boatswain’s Mate John Breen, USS . . . Map (db m119965) HM WM
232 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Cecil Cooper — 1977 - 1987
Acquired from the Red Sox during the 1976 offseason, Cooper spent the final 11 years of his 17-year career with the Brewers. From 1977 to 1985, Cooper was named an All-Star five times, earned three consecutive Silver Slugger Awards and won two Gold . . . Map (db m138853) HM
233 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Charlie Moore — 1973 - 1986
A defensive presence behind the plate and in the outfield, Moore spent 14 of his 15 Major League seasons with the Brewers. Ended career ranked third in Brewers history in games (1,283) and seventh in hits (1,029). Finished among the top five A.L. . . . Map (db m147860) HM
234 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Chris Bosio — 1986 - 1992
A second-round draft pick by the Brewers in 1982, Bosio spent the first seven seasons of his 11-year Major League career in Milwaukee, appearing in 212 games. Breakout season occurred in 1989 when he went 15-0 with at 2.95 ERA - sixth-best in the . . . Map (db m138749) HM
235 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Chuck Crim — 1987 - 1991
In his five seasons with the Brewers, Crim was one of the best set-up men in the majors. Appeared in 332 games and logged 529 innings as a Brewer. His 332 appearances were the most in the majors from 1987 to 1991. His two best seasons came in 1988 . . . Map (db m138924) HM
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236 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Corey Hart — 2004 - 2012
Selected by the Brewers in the 11th round of the 2000 draft, Hart spent nine of his 11 Major League seasons in Milwaukee. Appeared in 945 games with the Brewers, including 793 in the outfield and 105 at first base. Totaled 950 hits, 529 runs, 154 . . . Map (db m139088) HM
237 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Craig Counsell — 2004, 2007 - 2011
Raised in Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin, Counsell spent six of his 16 seasons with his hometown Brewers. Appeared in 711 games during his Brewers tenure, which included an instrumental role on the 2008 and 2011 playoff teams. Provided invaluable . . . Map (db m138921) HM
238 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Dan Plesac — 1986 - 1992
One of the greatest closers in Brewers history, the Southpaw was drafted 26th overall by the Brewers in 1983. Spent first seven seasons of his 18-year Major League career in Milwaukee, beginning with a rookie campaign in which he earned 10 . . . Map (db m140314) HM
239 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Darrell Porter
Drafted fourth overall by the Brewers in 1970, Porter spent the first six years of his 17-year career as a catcher for the Brewers. Finished third in the 1973 Rookie of the Year voting after hitting .254 with 16 home runs and 67 RBI. In 1974, Porter . . . Map (db m140316) HM
240 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Darryl Hamilton — 1988, 1990 - 1995
Known for his keen eye at the plate, Hamilton played seven of his 13 Major League seasons in Milwaukee. At the conclusion of his tenure with the Brewers, Hamilton's .290 batting average ranked third in franchise history among players with at least . . . Map (db m139020) HM
241 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Dave May — 1970 - 1974, 1978
One of the most productive players during the franchise's first five years, May led the Brewers in multiple categories from 1970 to 1974, including games (679), plate appearances (2,706), hits (637) and runs (311). Enjoyed his best season in . . . Map (db m140295) HM
242 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Dave Nilsson — 1992 - 1999
The Australian-born catcher spent the duration of his eight-year career with the Brewers. A versatile player, Nilsson also played first base, outfield and designated hitter. Recognized as a 1999 All-Star, becoming the first Australian-born player to . . . Map (db m140311) HM
243 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Del Crandall — Milwaukee Braves, 1953-1963
Eight-time All-Star catcher who excelled both at and behind the plate. Spent 11 seasons in Milwaukee following two years of military service in the Korean War. Belted 15-plus home runs in eight consecutive seasons and won four Gold Glove Awards. . . . Map (db m142151) HM
244 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Don Money — 1973 - 1983
Acquired from the Phillies during the 1972 offseason, Money spent the final 11 seasons of his 16-year career in Milwaukee. One of the franchise's all-time great infielders, Money played over 100 games at each of first base, second base and third . . . Map (db m140301) HM
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245 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Don Sutton — 1982 - 1984
A member of the National Baseball Hall of Fame, Sutton was acquired from the Houston Astros on August 30, 1982 to strengthen the Brewers' push to the American League Pennant. Started seven games down the stretch in 1982, posting a 4-1 record and . . . Map (db m141029) HM
246 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Donald Eugene Conley — "Gene" — Milwaukee Braves, 1954-1958 —
The 6'8", two-sport star pitched 11 MLB seasons and played six years in the NBA. Only athlete to play on championship teams in two professional sports. An All-Star in each of his first two full seasons with the Braves, including 1954 Rookie of the . . . Map (db m142145) HM
247 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Doug Melvin
Doug Melvin was the eighth general manager in franchise history. During his tenure as GM of the Brewers (2003-15), Melvin's teams had 1,024 regular-season wins and two postseason births, including the 2011 National League Central Division . . . Map (db m140297) HM
248 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Eddie Mathews — Milwaukee Braves, 1953-1965
One of the greatest third basemen to ever play the game. Averaged 100 runs, 35 home runs, and 98 RBI in his 13 seasons in Milwaukee. Runner-up to the National League MVP in 1953 and 1959, when he led the league in home runs. Paired with Hank Aaron . . . Map (db m142154) HM
249 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Felix Mantilla — Milwaukee Braves, 1956-1961
Spent more than half of his 11-year Major League career in Milwaukee. Appeared at six different positions in his six seasons with the Braves. Started games six and seven of the 1957 World Series. Spoiled Harvey Haddix's bid for a perfect game on May . . . Map (db m142153) HM
250 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Fernando Viρa — 1995 - 1999
A leadoff hitter and stalwart defender at second base, Viρa played five seasons in Milwaukee and posted a .286 batting average with the club. Holds the distinction of being the Brewers' first National League All-Star after earning recognition in . . . Map (db m141323) HM
251 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Frank Elmore Bolling — Milwaukee Braves, 1961-1965
A slick-fielding infielder, Bolling spent five of his 12 seasons in the Major Leagues with the Milwaukee Braves. Led National League second basemen in fielding percentage in 1961 (.988), 1962 (.989) and 1964 (.985). A Gold Glove Award winner with . . . Map (db m142141) HM
252 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Frank Torre — Milwaukee Braves, 1956-1960
Spent first five seasons of seven-year Major League career with the Milwaukee Braves. Enjoyed two best seasons in pennant-winning years of 1957 and 1958, batting .272 and .309, respectively. In same years, led National League first basemen in . . . Map (db m142200) HM
253 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Geoff Jenkins — 1998 - 2007
Selected ninth overall by the Brewers in the 1995 Draft, Jenkins spent ten of his 11 Major League seasons with the club. Hit a combined .308 with 55 home runs, 79 doubles and 176 RBI over the course of his first two full seasons (1999-2000). . . . Map (db m139239) HM
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254 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — George Scott — 1972 - 1976
Acquired from the Boston Red Sox during the 1971 offseason, Scott played five seasons with the Brewers before returning to Boston. Scott made the most of his brief time in Milwaukee, with a five-year performance that placed him among the best . . . Map (db m141003) HM
255 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Gorman Thomas — 1973 - 1976; 1978 - 1983; 1986
As one of the premier power hitters in franchise history, Thomas spent 11 seasons as a Brewer. Originally selected by the Seattle Pilots in 1969, Thomas was the first player ever drafted by the organization. A two-time A.L. Home Run Champion ('79, . . . Map (db m141038) HM
256 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Greg Vaughn — 1989 - 1996
The fourth overall pick by the Brewers in 1986, Vaughn played eight of his 15 seasons in Milwaukee, splitting time between the outfield and DH. One of baseball's best power hitters of his time, Vaughn collected two of his five career All-Star . . . Map (db m141091) HM
257 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Harry Dalton
Harry Dalton was General Manager of the Brewers for 14 seasons from 1978-91. Under his leadership, the Brewers posted a .520 winning percentage (1,149 - 1,062) and won over 90 games on four occasions (1978, 1979, 1982 and 1987). In 1980, Dalton . . . Map (db m138934) HM
258 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Harvey Kuenn — 1975, 1982 - 1983
The West Allis, Wisconsin native served as Brewers manager for parts of three seasons after his own successful playing career in which he batted .303 in 1,833 games. Guided the club to its first World Series appearance in 1982 and was recognized as . . . Map (db m140260) HM
259 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Henry Aaron — "Hank" — Milwaukee Braves 1954-65 Milwaukee Brewers 1975-76 —
Baseball's all-time home run king with 755 career home runs Major League leader in total bases, extra base hits and runs batted in Began his 23-year career with the Milwaukee Braves in 1954 Led the Braves to the World Championship in 1957 . . . Map (db m36188) HM
260 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Henry Aaron — 1975-1976
Known as "Hammerin' Hank" for clubbing 755 career home runs, Aaron retired as a Brewer, finishing in the same city in which his Major League career started. Set numerous records during his 23-year career, including Most Home Runs, Games Played, . . . Map (db m138744) HM
261 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Henry Aaron — "Hammerin' Hank" — Milwaukee Braves, 1954-1965 —
Considered by many to be the greatest baseball player ever. Retired as all-time home run king with 755 career round-trippers. Continues to hold the Major League record for career runs batted in (2,297), extra base hits (1,477), and total bases . . . Map (db m142139) HM
262 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — In Honor of the 1901 Milwaukee Brewers of the American League
[Front of Marker:] In 1900, the American League was born in a Milwaukee hotel named the Republican House. The following year, during the 1901 inaugural season, the Milwaukee Brewers were one of eight teams to participate in Major League . . . Map (db m190787) HM
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263 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Jaime Navarro — 1989 - 1994, 2000
Selected in the third round of the 1987 draft, Navarro spent his first six Major League seasons in Milwaukee, before making a brief return to the Brewers at the end of his career. A model of durability during the height of his Brewers stint, Navarro . . . Map (db m140309) HM
264 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Jeff Cirillo — 1994 - 1999; 2005 - 2006
A model of offensive and defensive consistency, Cirillo played eight seasons at the Hot Corner for the Brewers. As an A.L. All-Star in 1997, Cirillo hit .288 with 46 doubles while leading A.L. third basemen in assists (320) and putouts (126). . . . Map (db m138848) HM
265 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Jeromy Burnitz — 1996 - 2001
Acquired in a trade for Kevin Seitzer in August 1996, Burnitz spent five-plus seasons in Milwaukee. Averaged 33 home runs, 102 RBI, 92 runs, 32 doubles and a .875 OPS from 1997 to 2001 also a valuable defensive asset, finishing among the top five . . . Map (db m138767) HM
266 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Jerry Augustine — 1975-1984
A Kewaunee, Wisconsin, native and UW-La Crosse alumnus, Augustine spent his entire 10-year career with the Brewers. Named to the 1976 A.L. All-Rookie Team before enjoying back-to-back 30 start seasons in 1977 and 1978. Started 87 games from 1976 . . . Map (db m147785) HM
267 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Jim Colborn — 1972 - 1976
Acquired from the Chicago Cubs in December, 1971, Colborn was a workhorse during his five-year tenure in Milwaukee. Selected to the American League All-Star Team in 1973, a season in which he became the Brewers' first 20-game winner. That year, . . . Map (db m138850) HM
268 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Jim Gantner — 1976 - 1992
The Eden, Wisconsin, native spent his entire 17-year career with the Brewers, finishing his tenure ranked third in franchise history in games (1,801) and plate appearances (6,787), trailing only Hall of Famers Robin Yount and Paul Molitor. His 1,696 . . . Map (db m139015) HM
269 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Jim Slaton — 1971 - 1977, 1979 - 1983
The Brewers' longest tenured pitcher, Slaton played 12 of his Major League seasons in Milwaukee. Named an A.L. All-Star in 1977, a season in which he compiled double-digit wins and 200-plus innings for the fifth consecutive year. Enjoyed best . . . Map (db m141025) HM
270 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Joe Adcock — Milwaukee Braves, 1953-1962
Slugging first baseman who played 10 of his 17 Major League seasons in Milwaukee. Recorded the first base hit and scored the first run in County Stadium history. Slammed four home runs and a double in Brooklyn's Ebbets Field on July 31, 1954. His . . . Map (db m142140) HM
271 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — John Jaha — 1992 - 1998
Spent the first seven seasons of his 10-year Major League career with the Brewers. Posted a career-best .313 batting average in 1995 and continued his stellar performance the following season when he hit .303 with 34 home runs and 118 RBI. One of . . . Map (db m139236) HM
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272 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Johnny Briggs — 1971 - 1975
A consistent outfielder for Milwaukee during the early days of the organization, Briggs posted an OPS better than .750 in each of his five seasons with the Brewers. Ranked in the top ten in the American League in home runs and . . . Map (db m138765) HM
273 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Johnny Logan — Milwaukee Braves, 1953-1961
Accumulated 1,163 hits, including 88 home runs, and scored 554 runs while spending the majority of his 13 Major League seasons in Milwaukee. Led the National League in doubles and games played in 1955. Played in all but one inning of the 1957 and . . . Map (db m142152) HM
274 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Jose Valentin — 1992 - 1999
A switch-hitting shortstop, Valentin spent the first eight seasons of his 16 year Major League career with the Brewers. During the 1990s, Valentin ranked third among all Brewers in total bases (1,015) and stolen bases (78); fourth in games (762) and . . . Map (db m141045) HM
275 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Joseph Paul Torre — "Joe" — Milwaukee Braves, 1960-1965 —
Beginning with the Milwaukee Braves at age 20, Torre played in 18 Major League seasons for the Braves, Cardinals, and Mets. Nine-time All-Star, three of them with Milwaukee. Named 1971 NL MVP after leading the league with a .363 average, 137 RBI, . . . Map (db m147748) HM
276 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Ken Sanders — 1970 - 1972
Known as "The Bulldog" for his tenacity on the mound, Sanders spent three seasons with the Brewers during his nine-team, 10-year Major League career. Named the Sporting News Fireman of the Year in 1971 after leading the Major Leagues with 31 saves, . . . Map (db m140988) HM
277 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Kevin Seitzer — 1992, 1993 - 1996
Spent five seasons with the Brewers, including his 1995 All-Star campaign when he hit .311 with a .395 on-base percentage. Hit better than .310 with a .375 OBP in three straight seasons (1994-1996). During his five years in Milwaukee, Seitzer led . . . Map (db m141021) HM
278 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Mark Loretta — 1995 - 2002
A seventh-round draft pick by the Brewers in 1993, Loretta debuted in 1995 and spent the first eight of his 15 Major League seasons in Milwaukee. A versatile utility player, Loretta played every infield position other than catcher during his tenure, . . . Map (db m140293) HM
279 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Mike Caldwell — 1977 - 1984
One of the most successful pitchers in Brewers history, the Southpaw appeared in 239 games for Milwaukee over an eight-year span. Best season occurred in 1978 as the A.L. Cy Young Runner-Up with a 22-9 record, A.L.-best 23 complete games and . . . Map (db m138768) HM
280 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Mike Fetters — 1992 - 1997
The Brewers Pitcher of the Year in both 1995 and 1996, Fetters spent six of this 16 Major League seasons in Milwaukee. Posted a 1.87 ERA in 50 appearances, allowing only 38 hits, during his first season as a Brewer. Moved into the closer's role in . . . Map (db m139006) HM
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281 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Milwaukee Braves, 1953-1965
They called it "The Miracle in Milwaukee." It was a love affair between a team and a community like few others in baseball history. From 1953 to 1965, the Braves earned the fans' loyalty by playing great baseball. In 13 seasons, the team - which . . . Map (db m142110) HM
282 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Moose Haas — 1976 - 1985
The Brewers' second-round pick in 1974, Haas played 10 of his 12 Major League seasons in Milwaukee. Enjoyed career-best season in 1980, finishing with 16 wins, 14 complete games and the American League's sixth-lowest ERA (3.10) in 252.2 innings . . . Map (db m139017) HM
283 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Pat Listach — 1992 - 1996
The first Brewer in franchise history to win Rookie of the Year honors, the versatile Listach spent his first five Major League seasons in Milwaukee. Hit .290 with 93 runs scored and 54 stolen bases during his breakout 1992 rookie season, helping . . . Map (db m140269) HM
284 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Paul Molitor — 1978 - 1992
Selected third overall by the Brewers in the 1977 draft, Molitor played the first 15 years of his career in Milwaukee. As a Brewer, Molitor hit .303, earned five All-Star appearances ('80, '85, '88, '91, '92), two Silver Slugger Awards, and finished . . . Map (db m140545) HM
285 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Pete Vuckovich — 1981 - 1986
Acquired in an offseason trade with the St. Louis Cardinals prior to the 1981 season, Vuckovich found instant success in Milwaukee, finishing fourth in the A.L. Cy Young voting in 1981 before winning the award the following season. Posted a 3.55 ERA . . . Map (db m141324) HM
286 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Prince Fielder — 2005 - 2011
Selected seventh overall by Milwaukee in 2002, Fielder batted .282 with 230 home runs and 656 RBI in 998 games during seven seasons with the Brewers. The power-hitting first baseman was a three-time All-Star with the organization (2007, 2009 and . . . Map (db m139010) HM
287 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Richie Sexson — 2000 - 2003
Acquired in a July 2000 trade with Cleveland, Sexson became a two-time N.L. All-Star for Milwaukee and one of baseball's premier sluggers during the 2000's. The first Brewer in franchise history to collect 100+ RBI and 150+ hits in three straight . . . Map (db m141022) HM
288 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Rob Deer — 1986 - 1990
A power-hitting right fielder, Deer lead the club in home runs in each of his five seasons in Milwaukee, becoming the first Brewer to lead the franchise in home runs five straight years. Compiled 100+ hits, 20+ home runs and 80+ RBI in three . . . Map (db m139002) HM
289 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Robert Ray Buhl — "Bob" — Milwaukee Braves, 1953-1962 —
A fierce competitor with an intimidating fastball, Buhl was a member of the "Big Three" on the Milwaukee Braves' pitching staff, along with Warren Spahn and Lew Burdette. Went 109-72 with a 3.27 ERA during parts of 10 seasons with the Braves, . . . Map (db m142143) HM
290 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Robin Yount — "The Kid" — Milwaukee Brewers 1974-1993 —
Two-time American League Most Valuable Player Became the 17th player to collect 3,000 career hits Brewers all-time leader in nearly every offensive department Ranks among baseball's elite in at bats, games and doubles One of only three . . . Map (db m36225) HM
291 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Robin Yount — 1974 - 1993
An icon to baseball fans in Wisconsin, Yount spent his entire 20-year career with the Brewers. Produced more hits than any other Major Leaguer during the 1980s, finishing career with franchise-best 3,142 hits. Two-time A.L. MVP winner (1982 & 1989), . . . Map (db m141330) HM
292 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Rollie Fingers — 1981 - 1985
Acquired along with Pete Vuckovich and Ted Simmons in December 1980, Fingers earned two of his seven career All-Star selections during his tenure in Milwaukee. Enjoyed one of the best single seasons in franchise history in 1981 when he was awarded . . . Map (db m139013) HM
293 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Sal Bando — 1977-1981
Joined the Brewers in 1977 as the first free-agent signing in franchise history. His five seasons in Milwaukee concluded his 16-year Major League career, which included four All-Star selections as a member of the Kansas City/Oakland Athletics. . . . Map (db m138748) HM
294 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Selva Lewis Burdette, Jr. — "Lew" — Milwaukee Braves, 1953-1963 —
The two-time All-Star spent parts of 11 seasons with the Milwaukee Braves, appearing in 420 games (321 starts). Burdette was pivotal to the Braves' 1957 World Series victory over the New York Yankees, earning MVP honors after going 3-0 with a 0.67 . . . Map (db m142144) HM
295 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Sixto Lezcano — 1974 - 1980
Patrolled the Milwaukee outfield for the first seven of his 12 Major League seasons. Earned a Gold Glove and A.L. MVP consideration in 1979 after finishing with a .321 batting average, 28 home runs and 101 RBI. His performance placed him in the . . . Map (db m140265) HM
296 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Ted Simmons — 1981 - 1985
One of the best switch-hitting catchers in baseball history, Simmons was acquired along the Rollie Fingers and Pete Vuckovich in a seven-player trade with the St. Louis Cardinals in December 1980. Simmons spent five seasons in Milwaukee, helping the . . . Map (db m141024) HM
297 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Teddy Higuera — 1985 - 1994
As one of the most dominating pitchers in franchise history, Higuera played his entire career in a Brewers uniform. Enjoyed instant success as the A.L. Rookie of the Year runner-up with a 15-8 record and 3.90 ERA in 1985. The following year Higuera . . . Map (db m139090) HM
298 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — Warren Spahn — Milwaukee Braves, 1953-1964
Hall-of-Famer who won 20 or more games in nine of his 12 seasons in Milwaukee. Compiled 234 of his 363 career wins for the Milwaukee Braves, aided by an astounding 232 complete games. Set all-time Milwaukee record for seasons leading league in . . . Map (db m142198) HM
299 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Story Hill — William Havon Bruton — "Billy" — Milwaukee Braves, 1953-1960 —
The lightning-quick center fielder spent eight seasons with the Milwaukee Braves. Became an instant fan favorite when he hit a 10th-inning home run to seal the victory in the Braves' first-ever home game on April 14, 1953 vs. St. Louis. Played a . . . Map (db m142142) HM
300 Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee, Triangle — Stop on the Underground Railroad
Across Fond du Lac Avenue from this point was the Samuel Brown farm, part of the local Underground Railroad, a network of hiding places for escaping slaves. In July 1842, 16-year-old Caroline Quarlles, a runaway slave from St. Louis, was hidden on . . . Map (db m44583) HM

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