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HOW DOES A FORMER MAGAZINE EDITOR go about crafting her first issue of a magazine in more than a decade? That’s the question I asked myself as I sat down to forecast the pages of this issue of THREE. Back in the early 2000s, I spent 10 years as a managing editor of MKE Lifestyle Magazine. Today, after a career that has led me down more than a few exciting and unexpected paths, I have a new role that I adore with the Historic Third Ward Association. The first order of business? Creating the late summer issue. Life really does come full circle, friends. This month you’ll find a compelling look at the Third Ward Fire of 1892 by one of my favorite history buffs, Bobby Tanzilo. That fire shaped the Historic Third Ward as we know it today — and the modern neighborhood is highlighted in this issue with fascinating articles about the strong community ties of Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design, the ever-evolving wine culture of the Ward and an inside look at some of our favorite places to get fit. Plus, we take a peek inside a condo that not only hits a décor high note … but also has a musical story to tell. I hope you enjoy reading this issue as much as I enjoyed curating it for you. It’s so good to be back. Creativity - Cuisine - Culture. It’s all here. WATER 414.322.6846
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7 CONTENTFEATURED ON THE COVER: SAVORING EVERY LAST MOMENT OF SUMMER IN THE STUNNING — AND PUP-APPROVED — TRESTLE PARK. 16 2A WINE MERCHANTS FITNESS FORWARD21 Find your perfect fitness fit, steps from your front door. 25 A look inside the perfectly personalized Harbor Front condo of Jim and Tamara Heffernan. AT HOME Music, culture, food and more! You won’t want to miss out on Milwaukee’s best events — all in our Third Ward neighborhood. EVENTS09 Neighborhood wine bars offer more than a sip and a swirl to locals and visitors alike. 16 THIRD UNCORKINGWARDTHE The Historic Third Ward Fire of 1892 shaped the neighborhood as it is today — but not without unimaginable destruction. 18 THE PHOENIXFLAMESFROM 29 Why become a Historic Third Ward Association member? Perhaps our members say it best … IN THE WARD THE WORD How the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design is growing with the city and its Third Ward community. 13 ‘M’ IN PUTTINGMIADTHE
LATE SUMMER 2022EVENTSUPCOMING THIRD WARD ART FESTIVAL | SEPT. 3-4 The Third Ward Art Festival returns to Broadway over Labor Day weekend. Free and open to the public, the event will showcase the work of more than 120 juried artists in a variety of mediums. amdurproductions.com/event/2022-third-ward-art-festival
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GALLERY NIGHT MKE OCT. 21-22 Gallery Night MKE unites downtown Milwaukee through art. Experience the city’s vast creative culture while you discover local galleries, art, and artists. This free, two-day art event offers you the opportunity to buy original art, dine in outstanding restaurants, and shop in unique boutiques. Download the app for the most interactive experience. gallerynightmke.com
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Festa is back — and in a new location! This year’s event will be held at the Italian Community Center parking lot, and feature live music, cooking demos and more. Watch the Festa Italiana Facebook page for the latest updates.
It’s your chance to party with the pets! Fromm Petfest will return to Henry Maier Festival Park Sept. 24 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Guests can expect dock diving, lure and agility courses, the Doggie Dash speed trial and more. Also returning are the Petfest Marketplaces with a variety of pet-centric vendors, kids’ amusement area and live entertainment. Kitty City and a cat café will make its return after a year hiatus and guests can enjoy some craft brews at the new lakeside Beer Garden.
FESTA ITALIANA SEPT. 24-25
Enjoy a 3-course lunch for $15 or $25 or a 3-course dinner for $35 or $45 at some of downtown’s most popular eateries. Browse menus online, make a reservation or place your order directly with the restaurant.
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By Laurie Arendt Every year, the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design (MIAD) serves about 1,750 enrolled students, including precollege and outreach students. But that pales in comparison to the thousands of people who are touched every year by the college, including many of its Third Ward neighbors.
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HOW THE MILWAUKEE INSTITUTE OF ART & DESIGN IS GROWING WITH THE CITY AND ITS THIRD WARD COMMUNITY
“We’re really trying to create a new user experience for guests,” he says. “That could be new students, prospective students and members of the community.”
STUDENTS AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS ALIKE RELAX ON THE MILWAUKEE RIVERWALK NEAR THE MIAD CAMPUS. “WE LIKE TO SAY THAT THE ‘M’ IN MIAD MATTERS,” SAYS MIAD PRESIDENT JEFF MORIN. “COMMUNITY MEMBERS ARE INVITED INTO OUR SPACE HERE THROUGH A VARIETY OF MEANS, FROM OUR OPEN GALLERIES TO OUR VISITING ARTIST SERIES AND OTHER EVENTS.”
It’s a commitment Wisconsin’s only fouryear, nonprofit, private art and design college takes seriously. Last year, the college created a new community hub space on campus, which includes a lecture and gathering space specifically for outreach. This summer, the school is adding a new admissions center for all visitors.
“We now have relationships with about 200 partners, primarily in the city but throughout southeastern Wisconsin,” he says. “Our students are doing really good work within the community,
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But what many people don’t know is the college’s larger commitment to the city and to future creatives. MIAD students have a fourcredit, service-learning requirement of 35 hours integrated into their degree requirements.
“We keep that dialogue going with them,” he says. “It’s broader than the actual internship.”
MIAD also takes an active role in supporting students before they even start thinking about possible creative education and careers. Most recently, MIAD has collaborated with fellow Third Ward neighbor Hanson Dodge to create a summer design internship for high school students.
“We’d love to expand this program even further and place more students, but we really need more partners — marketing firms, industrial design and architectural firms — to create more placements.”
MIAD’s roots in Milwaukee run deep; the college can trace its history back to 1920, when it was initially founded as the Layton School of Art. Throughout the decades it continued under a few different names and bounced locations around the city before landing in the Third Ward in 1989.
THIRD WARD NEIGHBORS GATHERING 5:30-7 P.M., SEPT. 14 MIAD COMMUNITY AUDITORIUM & GALLERY Stroll over to the campus to hear Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design President Jeff Morin speak on current and future plans at the college. After the short presentation, you will have the opportunity to tour MIAD’s newly renovated galleries, labs and studios. RSVP for this free event at MIAD-ThirdWard.eventbrite.com with partners like the Milwaukee Artist Resource Network (MARN), Journey House, Habitat for Humanity, Discovery World and Penfield Children’s Center, among many others.”
“IT’S REALLY BEEN A WAY TO ENCOURAGE YOUNG PEOPLE TO THINK ABOUT THE DESIGN ECONOMY AND THAT IT IS A VIABLE PATHWAY TO AN ECONOMICALLY FEASIBLE CAREER,” he says. “The program had 15 students last summer, and if there’s any indication of how important it is, this year we had 100 applicants for 45 spots.
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“For many years, the school’s mission really seemed focused on who it was,” reflects Morin.
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“Now, it’s really more about what we do. Our mission statement really sums it up well: WE IGNITE CURIOUS MINDS THROUGH ART, DESIGN AND SERVICE.”
To help support the “baby creatives” in the community, participants in this program also receive access to MIAD’s youth programs free of charge.
UNCORKING THE THIRD WARD
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NEIGHBORHOOD WINE BARS OFFER MORE THAN A SIP AND A SWIRL
The upbeat vibe of the Historic Third Ward pairs well with both seasoned and emerging wine lovers. That’s why there are no less than three establishments in the Ward that focus on assisting customers to taste, purchase and learn more about their favorite beverage.
Monigal has deep roots in the Third Ward, going back to his grandparents, so he believes it just made sense to locate Vino here. “Aside from that, the diversity of the neighborhood — from the permanent residents to the festivalgoers and tourists — makes this area of downtown busy and colorful, which is the kind of energy that I want to have at our store and bar.”
By Nan Bialek | Photography By Eric Halverson
“You don’t need to have a refined palate to enjoy wine,” insists Paul Monigal, owner of Vino Third Ward, 219 E. Erie St.
“All of our sommeliers are Wisconsin natives and have traveled the globe to learn and bring that information back to our store,” he says.
Monigal credits his staff for building Vino’s reputation as the neighborhood’s version of “Cheers,” but with some of the world’s mostprized wines and spirits.
2A WINE MERCHANTS
The dynamic energy of the Milwaukee Public Market was a magnet for Thief Wine Shop and Bar’s Phil Bilodeau when he decided to open his business there 14 years ago. He knew he wanted to focus like a laser beam on wines and not on food.
“Music was always going to be a major focus, as it allows us to create a vibe, a feeling, an environment that relates to everyone,” Levin says. With more than 50 years of combined industry experience, Levin and Bisciglia hired like-minded people who understand hospitality. They consider the staff to be “ambassadors of winemakers and wine houses who align with our mission of family, culture, economic and environmental responsibility, and just overall correct thinking,” Levin adds.
ROB LEVIN, 2A WINE MERCHANTS
Blackjack Ranch Cab Franc, with a Prosecco “back” because it instantly brings back memories of the eclectic Solvang and Los Olivos tasting rooms in central-coast California, where ranchers, politicians and famous musicians would all hang out together with the tourists, just enjoying wine.
PAUL MONIGAL, VINO THIRD WARD
“We are a wine shop and bar first and foremost,” he explains. At the Market, Thief is steps away from “a really good cheese shop, a really good fish market and a really good chocolatier.”
PHIL BILODEAU, THIEF WINE SHOP AND BAR
In the summer months, lighter, fresher, highacid wines are my go-to. From a white wine perspective, sancerre, Riesling, high-acid/ cool-climate chardonnays are my go-to. If I am in the red mood, I am poppin’ some coolclimate pinot noir, trousseau, sangiovese, and, depending on the region, possibly some fresh syrah. I’m also digging on Portugal for fresh red summer wine picks.
Customers are welcome to bring their food purchases to Thief’s bar and enjoy them with a glass of wine. He also believes he has an ideal location, between downtown offices and Third Ward Bilodeau,condos.who has passed both Masters of Wine exams, says Thief is distinguished by three things: knowledge, experience of the staff and a competitively priced selection.
Yesterday I had a great bottle of champagne. I was out on the lake with my girlfriend, and it was beautiful. I think sparkling wine is good for any occasion, whether to celebrate or just to have yourself a better night.
PHIL THIEFBILODEAU,WINESHOP AND BAR WHAT I’M DRINKING NOW
“I’ve traveled wine regions throughout the world and worked with wineries in Napa. I feel I’ve got a nicely curated selection,” he says. “Our wine selection is incredibly varied and adventurous, a mix of something people might know and new things to try.”
An exciting lineup of educational events fill the calendar for 2A’s tasting room, where customers can learn about specific types of wines they might not discover on their own.
FROM THEIR VERY FIRST CONVERSATIONS ABOUT OPENING 2A WINE MERCHANTS, 577 E. ERIE ST., BUSINESS PARTNERS ROB LEVIN AND TONY BISCIGLIA KNEW THEY WANTED TO DEVELOP A UNIQUE, UNEXPECTED AND RELAXING SPACE.
“Variety is one thing,” says Levin, “but value is another. We charge no corkage fees for any bottles consumed on premise. Our goal is for you to drink more wine. Period.”
18 THE HISTORIC THIRD WARD FIRE OF 1892 SHAPED THE NEIGHBORHOOD AS IT IS TODAY — BUT NOT WITHOUT UNIMAGINABLE DESTRUCTION By Bobby Tanzilo of OnMilwaukee.com A POST-FIRE RAVAGED THIRD WARD IN 1892. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE MILWAUKEE PUBLIC LIBRARY ARCHIVES/ MILWAUKEE JOURNAL SENTINEL. FROM THE FLAMES PHOENIX
“Destruction, yes, and even death, hundreds out of employment and still more rendered homeless and deprived of everything that made life pleasant and endurable. Even the astounding magnificence of last night’s scene from a theatrical point of view should not for an instant cause even the most cynical to forget the terrible devastation which was taking place.”
“That busy section of the city which yesterday represented a large portion of Milwaukee’s most progressive and wealthy industries, and which also gave residence to a large number of our most industrious citizens, lies under today’s bright autumn sun a smoking mass of ruins,” wrote the Milwaukee Journal the day after the blaze.
It was Oct. 28, 1892. The fire began at the Union Oil and Paint Co. on the river at Water Street and St. Paul BecauseAvenue.threeother
But in the meantime, there were more alarms — 6:15 at 9th and Juneau, 6:20 at 8th and Hadley, 6:25 at the House of Correction. By 6:45 gusty winds arrived — some blowing more than 50 mph — fanning the flames anew. The Dohmen & Co. druggists’ building next store went up next and flames jumped across the street to houses on the east side of Water Street.
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It took 15 minutes for firefighters to reach the fire. By 6:30 the conflagration seemed under control.
The northern boundary of the fire was held predominantly below Buffalo Street, the newspaper noted, “but to the eastward nothing stopped the flames until they reached the lake.”
Nearly 450 buildings were destroyed, as were 215 rail cars. About 2,500 people from more than 350 families were homeless. Another 150 families’ homes were damaged. Four people died, including two fireman and two women who suffered heart attacks. Twenty city blocks lay in ruin. Donations poured in to help those affected. Chicago meatpacking magnate Philip Armour gave $5,000 and that city’s mayor vowed to provide any assistance it could. A group of women cooked breakfast for homeless families gathered near the Cathedral of St. John. The Humane Society distributed food and clothing at the Third Ward School on Jackson Street, where dinner for the homeless was served, too. The Democratic State Central Committee offered its offices as a place for homeless to shelter. Proceeds from local concerts, theater productions and other events were donated to a relief fund.
The malt, all on fire as it was poured out the windows of the burning malthouse, making a spectacle of startling spectacular effect.”
After the fire, the Ward’s mostly Irish residents resettled in neighborhoods like Tory Hill, where the Marquette Interchange now stands, and Merrill Park — and they were almost entirely replaced over time by Italian immigrants, whose work in the produce trade helped build Commission Row.
THE GLOW OF THE FLAMES COULD BE SEEN FROM AS FAR AFIELD AS WAUKEGAN AND SHEBOYGAN, AS FIREFIGHTERS ARRIVED ON TRAINS FROM KENOSHA, RACINE, SHEBOYGAN, OSHKOSH AND EVEN CHICAGO.
“A perfect sea of fire caused by the burning alcohol from the National Distillery Company’s burning building,” the Journal reported. “This whole block was in flames in an indescribably short period, and it was simply a miracle that the Goll & Frank warehouse did not follow suit.”
fire alarms around the city rang within roughly a half hour before the 5:43 p.m. alarm was sounded at Union Oil, the fire department was spread far and wide. And thin.
The entire police force was called out, along with sheriffs and others, to help residents remove what they could from their homes. And the blaze grew still more fierce.
The winds continued and changed direction, and building after building ignited, “all of these (making) additional fuel for the terrible rush of the flames, which it now seemed could only be stopped by the lake.”
When a tobacco factory caught fire, the flames burned a bright, eerie blue. When the Hansen Malting Co. went ablaze, wrote the Journal, “the malt itself burned with a vivid red flame, while above this was a cloud of green fire, caused by gas being generated by the burning malt.
Over the next 20 years, the Third Ward was rebuilt, with structures designed by the greatest architects of the day in Milwaukee, including Henry C. Koch, Eugene Liebert, Herman P. Schnetzky, Crane & Barkhausen, Ferry & Clas, Buemming & Dick, Howland Russel and others. Hard as it may be to imagine, the beautiful Historic Third Ward you see today was shaped in part by the fire, which left almost nothing standing in its wake.
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By Nan Bialek | Photography By Eric Halverson
PUSH Fitness MKE Owner Erika Gudgeon was looking for a sense of community when choosing a place to locate her business.
Andy Glab, CPT and owner of Vitality, says his health club and fitness boutique are a perfect match for the neighborhood’s vibe.
“I loved the quiet riverfront and lakefront walks,” she explains, “and many small business owners and the people who live in the area really go out of their way to support small businesses, understanding how important and meaningful it is to us. I also wanted to help diversify the Third Ward.”
VITALITY: A MODERN HEALTH CLUB Photo submitted
Vitality’s services include the availability of a number of wellness providers, such as Aesthetically Well and Elevate & Co. “They allow our members to feel and look their best,” says Glab, “and our infrared sauna and StretchMKE services provide our members the opportunity to recover and relax in our welcoming environment.”
Looking for expert help in achieving your fitness goals? You’ll find it at one of the Historic Third Ward’s leading-edge fitness centers.
“With a wide variety of options for shopping, dining and living, the Third Ward offers the best of Milwaukee in this revitalized and trendy district,” he notes. “Vitality offers that same upscale, modern and youthful energy you’d expect in this area.”
“WE PICK THE KIDS UP, WE PROVIDE SHOES, T-SHIRTS, WATER AND MORE,” EXPLAINS GUDGEON, WHO FOUNDED THE PUSH PROJECT.
Both Gudgeon and Glab are seeing distinct trends in fitness. Andy points out that exercise is known to relieve stress and improve overall health, “with strength training in particular becoming the focus. Strength training builds muscle, improves heart health, decreases the risk of injury and disease, and makes you appear Mobilityleaner.” training is a trending option at PUSH. Gudgeon says benefits include increasing flexibility, boosting strength, releasing tension, reducing injury, improving posture, decreasing physical pain and tightness and building body Vitalityawareness.and PUSH are just two of the many exercise and wellness centers available in Third Ward. With a wide variety of unique options to choose from, you’re sure to find a perfect fit.
“WE PROVIDE THEM WITH PERSONAL TRAINING AND SMALL GROUP CLASSES.”
Sundays @ 10:00 a.m. 2nd Floor of the Historic Pritzlaff Building 313 North Plankinton Avenue, #207 Milwaukee, WI 53203 www.StEdmundsMKE.org info@StEdmundsMKE.org Join us! Historic & Traditional Worship in Milwaukee’s Third Ward An Ancient Faith for Modern Times St.Edmund’s MILWAUKEE – THIRD WARD ERIKA GUDGEON, OWNER OF PUSH FITNESS MKE One of the unique aspects of PUSH Fitness MKE is a not-for-profit called the Push Project for young people ages 13 to 18 who don’t have the means to pay for fitness services.
23 TAKEQUICK Jamie Tamboli, owner of The Barre Code — Third Ward, shares her tips for staying in shape: FAV EXERCISE: The Brawl® at The Barre Code. It’s a kickboxing class that leaves you sweatier than ever, ready to take your day on strong. FAV HEALTHY FOOD: Greek yogurt. Top it with peanut butter and banana one day, berries and honey the next — the options are endless. BEST FITNESS ADVICE: Find something you love. Your workout should not be a chore, it’s a time to better yourself and you should enjoy every second! THIRD WARD FITNESS CENTER GUIDE THE BARRE CODE — THIRD WARD High-energy Brawl,® Bootcamp and Barre classes for women | 225 N. Water St. RUNFIT MKE Personal training, coaching and nutrition guidance for runners and non-runners | 326 N. Water St. SPIRE FITNESS Musically driven indoor cycling, rowing and TRX classes for all levels | 102 N. Water St. FREE FORM JIU JITSU Mentally and physically engaging free-form Brazilian Jiu Jitsu workouts | 587 E. Erie St. TRAIN MOMENT Strength-forward training combines simple, effective and low-impact strength with cardio | 323 N. Milwaukee St. ORANGETHEORY FITNESS Total-body group workouts designed to charge your metabolism | 336 N. Milwaukee St. VITA FITNESS & PHYSICAL THERAPY Integrating a hands-on approach to physical therapy with science-based, medically guided fitness programs in a boutique gym setting with world-class equipment | 451 E. Erie St. POWER MKE BOOTCAMPS Personal training; classes include Meta Power, Power Strength, Power Burn, Power Boxing and Slow Flow Yoga | 813 N. Jefferson St. VITALITY HEALTH CLUB AND FITNESS BOUTIQUE Upscale and inviting experience for fitness, wellness and recovery | 222 E. Erie St., Suite 150 PUSH FITNESS MKE Functional fitness, core-focused strength training, cardiovascular conditioning and mindful nutrition | 597 E. Erie St. SOLIDCORE High-intensity, low-impact, full-body workout — strength training on a reformer | 320 E. Buffalo St. ENERGY — PERSONAL FITNESS STUDIO Private, professional training, personalized to match your time, budget and abilities | 207 E. Buffalo St., Suite 206
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The only way to describe Tamara and Jim Heffernan’s 2019 move from Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood to their condo in the Harbor Front building is that it was meant to be.
TAMARA AND JIM HEFFERNAN, AT HOME IN THEIR HARBOR FRONT CONDO.
By Laurie Arendt |
Photography By Eric Halverson WITH TAMARA & JIM HEFFERNAN AT HOME
“This condo went on the market a week before we listed in Chicago,” says Tamara Heffernan, who admits she had been keeping an eye on the Harbor Front for years. “I absolutely loved the building, where it is located and the outdoor pool along the river. We had a few other showings, but I knew this was the one for us.”
WITH ITS VIEW OF THE HOAN BRIDGE, PROXIMITY TO SUMMERFEST (APPROXIMATELY 539 STEPS FROM THE ENTRANCE, ACCORDING TO HEFFERNAN), A PERFECT LOCATION TO WATCH THE VARIOUS FIREWORKS DISPLAYS ALL SUMMER, AND A LEVEL OF HUSTLE AND BUSTLE AKIN TO WHAT THEY BOTH ENJOYED IN CHICAGO, IT WAS A PERFECT SPOT TO LAND IN MILWAUKEE. A little work was in order before they could make the two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo feel like home. They removed some of the interior wood elements, changed out a split-level, octagonal island for something more functional, and made the space a more fitting environment for their collections and overall lifestyle. The second bedroom was outfitted with a Murphy cabinet bed, so when not in use, that space is perfect for Jim to dabble in music and as Tamara’s office space.
“I love Fiestaware because it’s so beautiful and it’s made here in the United States,” she says. It’s been a great move for the Heffernans, and they’ve settled into condo and Third Ward living “Wenaturally.likecity living for sure,” says Jim Heffernan. “But Milwaukee, with its people, food, music, culture, green spaces … it’s a beautiful place for us to be.”
TAMARA HEFFERNAN USES THE SPACE TO DISPLAY PIECES FROM HER VINTAGE FIESTAWARE COLLECTION, A PASSION ORIGINALLY FUELED BY AN AUNT. TAMARA NOW ADDS THE PIECES SHE FINDS ON HER OWN ONGOING HUNT. SHE DOES NOT HAVE THE ROOM TO BE A “TABLESCAPER” LIKE HER AUNT, BUT SHE DISPLAYS FIESTAWARE VIGNETTES IN THE CONDO, AND THEY ALSO USE IT.
“I am the largest collector of my uncle’s artwork in the world,” says Jim Heffernan, who now counts 16 original works by that uncle, Dan Letourneau, in his collection. “I do occasionally submit requests and did commission a work for when I proposed to Tam, but generally he will post something online and I’ll tell him I want it.”
WHAT WE DO: From working with business owners to advocating for residents, the HTWA is dedicated to growing and enhancing the neighborhood — and connecting the people who live and work there. The HTWA produces events like Gallery Night MKE and Christmas in the Ward (to name a few!), as well as membersonly events and networking opportunities for residents and businesses alike.
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ABOUT THOSE MEMBER BENEFITS: As a member, you’ll be the first to hear about new and upcoming events and happenings in the Ward; attend exclusive member events like our holiday party, member BBQ in Catalano Square and annual meeting; and be in-the-know about new businesses opening in the neighborhood and issues affecting life in the Ward. And did we mention the member discount at the Milwaukee Public Market on Tuesdays? HERE TO BECOME
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MEET THE HTWA: Established in 1976, the Historic Third Ward Association acts as a catalyst to guide the district as an innovative, livable, and exciting mixed-use neighborhood while preserving its historic and creative character.
Becoming a member of the Historic Third Ward Association (HTWA) is as easy as scanning this QR code! But first, let’s take a closer look at the benefits of membership, and why it’s important to support the HTWA and your beloved Third Ward neighborhood.
ADAM WEBER, OWNER OF TIED HOUSE & HTWA BUSINESS MEMBER
BETHANY CLARK, HTWA RESIDENT MEMBER
“I value membership in the HTWA because of its professional network and opportunity to build relationships with my colleagues in the community. It’s creating a real bond with the people AND the important work they do. I value the idea that there is a ‘greater good’ of the whole as opposed to 5,000 isolated and disconnected voices. HTWA is a closeknit community and it affords us the venue to share ideas, celebrate accomplishments, and collectively advocate for the advancement of our professions and expertise.”
“I value being a member of HTWA as both a business owner and a resident because it is a great way to be involved in the community and to connect with your neighbors. The association provides so many enjoyable opportunities to experience the Historic Third Ward and I love being a part of that!”
“Being a resident member of HTWA has been so fun and fulfilling for me! It’s allowed me the opportunity to learn more about my beloved neighborhood of seven years, meet community members I otherwise wouldn’t have the opportunity to meet, learn more about initiatives I can be involved in and feel more connected to this amazing community! The more people I meet and the more I learn about the HTWA, the prouder I am to live here ... Living in the Historic Third Ward IS THE BEST!”
ALIA FOX, OWNER/ CEO, H2O: MEMBERCORPORATEOASISHYDRATIONHEALTH&HTWA
This summer, the Historic Third Ward was voted #4 “Best Arts District” in the United States — courtesy of the 2022 USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.
Photography By Eric Halverson
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According to USA Today, this award recognizes inspiring arts districts that “culturally enrich their cities and those who visit.” Locals and visitors alike have recognized the Historic Third Ward for showcasing the best of Milwaukee in a revitalized warehouse district — home to eclectic eateries, unique boutiques, and remarkable theatre and art. The neighborhood is also highlighted by the award-winning Third Ward Riverwalk and the nationally-acclaimed Milwaukee Public Market.
With art-centric events ranging from the highly lauded Gallery Night MKE and Third Ward Art Festival (shown here) to dozens of art galleries, world-class performing arts like Skylight Music Theatre, the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design, Edessa School of Fashion and MARN Art + Culture Hub, the Historic Third Ward has carved a niche in Milwaukee as a space that nurtures and celebrates art and culture every day.
MAGAZINETHREEHISTORIC THIRD WARD ASSOCIATION 525 EAST CHICAGO ST. MILWAUKEE, WI 53202 414.273.1173 | HISTORICTHIRDWARD.ORG
