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Mrs. Isabella Ryder Building
Designed by Schnetzky & Liebert
First Occupant Milwaukee Mirror & Art Glass Works
Tour Site 52
1893 — — Map (db m74610) HM
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National Distilling Co.
Designed by Crane & Barthausen
Tour Site 17
1893 — — Map (db m75397) HM
This property has been
placed on the
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of Historic Places
O.C. Hansen Glove and Mitten Mfg. Co.
Designed by
Ferry and Clas
Tour Site 8
1911 — — Map (db m50520) HM
This property has been placed on the
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O.R. Pieper Co., Grocers
Designed by Ringer & Son
Tour Site 48
1907 — — Map (db m75384) HM
This property has been placed on the
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Patek Brothers paint, oil & glass manufacturers
Designed by Schnetzky & Son
Tour Site 25
1914-15 — — Map (db m75389) HM
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placed on the
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of Historic Places
Phoenix Knitting Co. Plant #4
Designed by
O.C. Uehling
Tour Site 1
c. 1917 — — Map (db m49784) HM
This property has been
placed on the
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of Historic Places
Phoenix Knitting Co. Plant #6
Designed by
Lockwood & Green Co.
Tour Site 3
1922 — — Map (db m49786) HM
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Phoenix Knitting Plant #3
Designed by Birchoff & Rose
Tour Site 64
1915 — — Map (db m74589) HM
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Roundy, Peckham & Dexter Co. Grocers
Designed by Howland Russel
Tour Site 15
1895 — — Map (db m75398) HM
The loss of the sidewheel steamship Lady Elgin was one of Lake Michigans most tragic maritime disasters. On September 8th, 1860, the ship, returning to Milwaukee from Chicago, sank following a collision nine miles off Winnetka, Illinois. . . . — — Map (db m37263) HM
This property has been placed on the
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Standard Bedding Co.
Designed by R. Messmer & Bros.
Tour Site 62
1913 — — Map (db m74591) HM
This property has been
placed on the
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Standard Paper Co.
Designed by
Schnetzky & Son
Tour Site 5
1914 — — Map (db m50064) HM
This property has been placed on the
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Steinkopf & Sons Tents & Awnings
Architect Unknown
Tour Site 46
1902 — — Map (db m75381) HM
From the street level restaurant of a narrow three-story building that was next to and south of here, pizza was introduced and popularized in Milwaukee. The Caradaro Club (combining the founders' family names "John CARAvella" and "Joe ToDARO") . . . — — Map (db m74760) HM
On the evening of October 28, 1892, an exploding oil barrel started a small fire in the Union Oil and Paint company warehouse, which was located at 323 N. Water Street. Another fire broke out in a nearby factory in the 300 block of N. Broadway, . . . — — Map (db m105780) HM
This property has been placed on the
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W. Toepfer & Sons, Iron Works
Designed by A.V. Wiskovil
Tour Site 49
1908 — — Map (db m75383) HM
This property has been placed on the
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W.P. Reilly & Bros.
Designed by Crane & Barkhausen
Tour Site 29
1893 — — Map (db m75390) HM
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William Grossman & Co.
Coffee and tea mill
Designed by H. Messmer & Co.
Tour Site 20
1903 — — Map (db m75396) HM
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Wirth, Hammel & Co., Horse Stables
Designed by H.C. Koch
Tour Site 50
1892 — — Map (db m74612) HM
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placed on the
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Designed by
Tharinger & Bruecker in 1924
Tour Site 23
1896 — — Map (db m38519) HM
The 1871 Wisconsin legislature authorized the City of Milwaukee to finance and build a public water system. By 1873 the Board of Water Commissioners had constructed the old North Point Pumping Station below the bluff with intake from Lake Michigan, . . . — — Map (db m34765) HM
Founded May 15, 1848, with the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul providing direction and nursing, St. Johns Infirmary offered Wisconsins first public hospital care under the supervision of the patients physician. (Prior institutions . . . — — Map (db m37314) HM
Formal nurses training in the United States began in Boston in 1872. In 1888, the Women's Club of Wisconsin organized the Wisconsin Training School for Nurses patterned after the Bellevue School of Nursing in New York.
In 1894, the Daughters of . . . — — Map (db m96213) HM
Erected in 1922 and designated in 1968 as a Landmark of the City of Milwaukee by the Milwaukee Landmarks Commission in recognition of its architectural and historical significance to the community. — — Map (db m84780) HM
This is the final resting place for nearly one thousand men who fought for the Union in the Civil War, the most in any private cemetery in Wisconsin. Represented are dozens of Wisconsin volunteer units and those from at least 25 other states and . . . — — Map (db m98598) HM
When the Civil War broke out in 1861, enlisted in the 24th Reg. Wis. Vol. Inf. Participated in all the battles in which his regiment was engaged.
Was wounded at the Battle of Chic[k]amauga Ga. Sept. 19. 1863.
Again sever[e]ly wounded at the . . . — — Map (db m98611) WM
This magnificent Temple of God is a monument of faith, erected by Polish immigrants at the close of the nineteenth century. Raised to the dignity of a Minor Basilica by Pope Pius XI, it was the third church to be so honored in the United States. Its . . . — — Map (db m32839) HM
Designed by A.C. Eschweiler, erected in 1909, and designated in 1972 as a landmark of the City of Milwaukee in recognition of its architectural and historical significance to the community. — — Map (db m66660) HM
On Christmas Day 1847, a group of German-speaking settlers, mostly from Pennsylvania, met and founded the German Evangelical Lutheran and Reformed Church of Granville Township. By June 1849, these settlers had built and dedicated a log church on a . . . — — Map (db m68205) HM
Four miles long and a half-mile wide, the Menomonee River Valley was formed by melting glaciers more than 10,000 years ago. A vast marsh extended from Lake Michigan to where you are now standing. Steep wooded bluffs rose 100 feet above both sides of . . . — — Map (db m226146) HM
For more than 12,000 years, the Menomonee Valley was home to American Indian people. The Menomonee Valley, with its abundant plants and wildlife, was attractive to early hunters and gatherers. From about 500 BC to 1200 AD, the native people built . . . — — Map (db m141785) HM
Noted architect Alexander Eschweiler designed this building for the Milwaukee Gas Company to house the operations that converted coal to gas. The gas then lit the city lights of Milwaukee. Today, the Condenser House is the home of the laboratory, . . . — — Map (db m119377) HM
"Over the years, it was often said that I would have been a much bigger star and made more money in a bigger city like Chicago or New York. That may be so, but I think Milwaukee was perfect for me. Any player would have been fortunate to play in . . . — — Map (db m147643) HM
1974
Hank Aaron
In his first at-bat of the season, Aaron ties Babe Ruth's home run record of 714 home runs, which stood for 39 years. On April 8th, he hits 715 and becomes the home run champion of all time. After the season is over, he is . . . — — Map (db m141905) HM
Hank Aaron
is born February 5th, 1934 in Mobile, Alabama
1952
Hank Aaron
Joins the Negro Leagues as shortstop for the Indianapolis Clowns. Later that year, he signs with the Boston Braves for $350/month and reports to the Braves . . . — — Map (db m142109) HM
1958
Hank Aaron
The Milwaukee Braves win another National League pennant, but lose the World Series to the New York Yankees four games to three.
Science & Technology
The U.S. establishes the National Aeronautics and Space . . . — — Map (db m167292) HM
The seven-mile Hank Aaron State Trail begins at the Lake Michigan shore, continues along the course of the Menomonee River, and connects at its west end to Milwaukee County's Oak Leaf Trail at Doyne Park. The Trail provides a link from Lake Michigan . . . — — Map (db m141472) HM
Milwaukee is a city of immigrants. People have come here seeking jobs, following family connections, and hoping for a better life. The earliest settlers came from French Canada and New England. In 1850, most immigrants were from Germany and Ireland, . . . — — Map (db m141898) HM
Native plants are those species that were growing here before humans brought in plants from distant places. Native plants provide food and shelter to support birds, insects, fish, and animals. They provided food and medicine for Native Americans and . . . — — Map (db m141782) HM
From 1879 to 1985, this was the location of the Milwaukee Road Shops. The enormous complex made rail cars and locomotives for the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul & Pacific Railroad. The Shops included carpentry, metal forging, machine assembly, . . . — — Map (db m84978) HM
Designed by architect Alexander Eschweiler for the Milwaukee Gas Company, this building was first utilized for the coal gasification process which converted coal to gas. The gas then lit the city lights of Milwaukee. Today, the Power House is the . . . — — Map (db m119376) HM
In the early 1900s, Milwaukee was the "Machine Shop of the World" and the Menomonee Valley was its engine. Farm machinery, rail cars, electric motors and cranes were all made in the Valley. Clay became cream city bricks. Wheat was turned into flour, . . . — — Map (db m141783) HM
In 1879, Sherburn S. Merrill, the General Manager of the Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul Railroad, purchased almost half a square mile in the Menomonee Valley to construct a massive railroad shop complex. By the early 1880s, the railroad company . . . — — Map (db m34802) HM
Designed by H.P. Schnetzky and E.R. Liebert, erected in 1891-93, and designated in 1973 as a landmark of the City of Milwaukee in recognition of its architectural and historical significance to the community. — — Map (db m43629) HM
From this point due westward the first white settlers found a succession of Indian campsites. These camps were located near natural springs in the heavily wooded area north of the Waukesha Indian Trail. — — Map (db m93690) HM
Started in 1848 and completed in 1853, extended 58 miles west from Milwaukee on a course roughly paralleling State Street past the Frederick Miller Plank Road Brewery through Wauwatosa, Pewaukee, and Oconomowoc to Watertown. The $110,000 road of . . . — — Map (db m31123) HM
On this site the first permanent fur trader Jacques Vieau, in 1795 built his cabin, the first house in Milwaukee
Here also was the crossing of the Green BayChicago Trail
This tablet was erected under the auspices of the Old Settlers Club . . . — — Map (db m53335) HM
Five acres of the park were donated to the
public by former United States Senator
John L. Mitchell,
a native and public spirited citizen of
Milwaukee. — — Map (db m53336) HM
(bronze plaque)
Originally a horse watering trough
Erected in 1910
Restored as a fountain in 1966
by the
Mayors Beautification Committee
Designated a Milwaukee Landmark in 1974
in recognition of its historical
significance . . . — — Map (db m55263) HM
Near here a Civil War training camp was built in August 1861. Named Camp Holton, Camp Sigel and finally Camp Reno, its boundaries were Prospect and Bartlett Avenues and Lafayette and Royall Places. Six Wisconsin infantry regiments, almost 7,000 men, . . . — — Map (db m37272) HM
This pump, designed by Edwin Reynolds (1831-1909) and built by the Edward P. Allis Company, is the major component of one of the earliest water-pollution control systems. It was capable of pumping more than a half billion gallons of water a day, the . . . — — Map (db m56904) HM
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
Milwaukees 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 1870s and relocation . . . — — Map (db m34766) HM
"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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
"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
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
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
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
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
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: Boatswains Mate John Breen, USS . . . — — Map (db m119965) HM WM
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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