Milwaukee County Site Seeing

Sight Seeing

Boerner Botanical Gardens
5879 S. 92nd St.
Hales Corners, WI 53130
(414) 425-1130, Fax (414) 425-8679

40 acre internationally recognized formal garden includes roses, perennials, wildflowers, annuals and herbs. 1,000-acre arboretum features the largest flowering crabapple collection in the world. Open Mon.-Sun. 8:00 AM, mid-April-Oct. Parking $3, May 1-Oct. 1.

Harley-Davidson, Inc.
11700 W. Capitol Drive
Wauwatosa, WI 53222
(414) 535-3666, Fax (414) 535-3790
See where the heart of America's #1 motorcycle is manufactured at the Harley-Davidson engine plant, located just outside of Milwaukee. You will be able to view the assembly process of engines from start to finish. Experience why Harley Davidson has been hailed as "The American Success Story." Please call ahead for dates/times and for rules/regulations.

Havenwoods State Forest -- DNR
6141 N. Hopkins St.
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 527-0232, Fax (414) 527-0761
Havenwoods State Forest has 237 acres of fields and woods to explore and enjoy. Free nature programs. Grounds open 6:00 AM.-8:00 PM Environmental Awareness Center, Mon.-Fri. 7:45 AM-4:30 PM & some Saturdays.

Historic Milwaukee, Inc.
P.O. Box 93309
Milwaukee, WI 53203
(414) 277-7795, Fax (414) 277-7795
Walking tours featuring Milwaukee's history and architecture including Milwaukee's early settlements, Eastside mansion areas, German and Polish Heritage. Group, bus and student tours by prior arrangement. Call for a weekly schedule.

Historic Third Ward
219 N. Milwaukee St.
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 273-1173, Fax (414) 273-2205

Neighborhood shops feature unique gifts, clothing, jewelry, antiques, leather products, home furnishings and the highest concentration of art galleries in the city. Enjoy casual or fine dining, the theater, or take a walking tour through the historic district.

Humphrey IMAX Dome Theater
Civic Theater Corporation
710 W. Wells St.
Milwaukee, WI 53233
(414) 319-4629
Wisconsin's new exciting cinematic experience that allows the audience to feel totally involved in the action of the film. It features a screen 6 stories high and a 12,000 watt, 6 channel, digital stereo surround sound system.

Irish Cultural and Heritage Center of Wisconsin
2133 W. Wisconsin Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53233-1910
(414) 345-8800, Fax (414) 345-8805
A national historic landmark built in 1887, the Irish Cultural and Heritage Center is the home of many of Milwaukee's Irish organizations and includes a library specializing in Irish genealogy. Auditorium and rooms available for weddings, concerts, lectures and other presentations. Open year-round.

Miller Brewing Co. Tour Center & Gift Shop
4251 W. State St.
Milwaukee, WI 53208
(414) 931-2467, Fax (414) 931-2183
Free guided tours, Mon.-Sat. 12:00-3:30 PM Reservations required for groups of 15 or more. Gift shop open Mon.-Sat. 10:00 AM-4:30 PM Closed holidays. Tour days and times subject to change. Call (414) 931-BEER for current information.
Milwaukee County War Memorial Center
750 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr.
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 273-5533, Fax (414) 273-2455
A spectacular location for wedding receptions, business meetings or other events. Our facility offers a classic 5,100 sq. ft., walnut paneled banquet hall, a magnificent outdoor plaza overlooking Lake Michigan, and 4 comfortable, carpeted meeting rooms.

Milwaukee County Zoo
10001 W. Bluemound Rd.
Milwaukee, WI 53226
(414) 771-3040, Fax (414) 256-5410
Separated only by hidden moats, predators and prey seem to live side by side in natural environments. Zoo train and zoomobile tours. Newly renovated aquatic and reptile center. Species include, koalas, gorilla, bears and rhinos. Open year-round. Restaurant, gift shop.

Milwaukee Public Library
814 W. Wisconsin Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53233
(414) 286-3000
1898 landmark building with noted mosaic tile floor, marble entrance; Milwaukee Road Archives, Wisconsin Marine Historical Society Collection, Audubon bird prints, out-of-town newspapers and browsing library.

Mitchell Gallery of Flight
Mitchell International Airport
5300 S. Howell Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53207
(414) 747-4503, Fax(414) 747-4525
History of General Mitchell International Airport, Billy Mitchell story, Lawson Airliner, Graf Zepplin II, 1911 Curtis Pusher, commercial air memorabilia, early aviation engines and airport beacon. Changing exhibits and tours. Open: Mon.-Sun. 8:00 AM-10:00 PM Free.

Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory (The Domes)
524 S. Layton Blvd.
Milwaukee, WI 53215
(414) 649-9830, Fax (414) 649-8616
The only horticultural structure of its kind in the world. 3 glass domes feature tropical, arid and 5 seasonal plant displays. Open: Mon.-Sun. 9:00 AM-5:00 PM

Captain Frederick Pabst Mansion
2000 W. Wisconsin Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53233
(414) 931-0808, Fax (414) 931-1005

Built in 1892 in the Flemish Renaissance style for the founder of Pabst Brewery. Exquisite wood, glass and ironwork; interior public rooms carefully and accurately restored. Nationally recognized house museum. Tours: Mon.-Sat. 10:00 AM.-3:00 PM., Sun. 12:00-3:30 PM
Pettit National Ice Center
500 S. 84th St.
Milwaukee, WI 53214-0009
(414) 266-0100, Fax (414) 266-012

The only facility of its kind in U.S., one of only a handful in the world -- featuring an enclosed ice training and competition center for speedskating, hockey and figure skating. Daily public skating, too. A 400-meter speedskating oval and 2 international-sized ice sheets. Open year-round.

Potawatomi Bingo Casino
1721 W. Canal St.
Milwaukee, WI 53233

Quality Candy Shoppes/Buddy Squirrel Nut Shops
1801 E. Bolivar Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53207
(414) 483-4500, Fax (414) 483-4137
See America's award-winning chocolates being made. Full scale confectionery open to groups. Chocolates, nuts and popcorn. Free samples. Free tours with discounts for bus groups; reservations required.

Schlitz Audubon Center
1111 E. Brown Deer Rd.
Milwaukee, WI 53217
(414) 352-2880, Fax (414) 352-6091
E-mail: ltanin@schlitzauduboncenter.com

225 acre wildlife sanctuary features spectacular views from 60' tower; hiking, snowshoeing and cross country skiing on 6 miles of exceptional nature trails including the Lake Michigan shoreline; exhibits and shopping in the center's bookstore. Programs and workshops. Open: Tue.-Sun. 9:00 AM-5:00 PM

Sprecher Brewing Company
701 W. Glendale Ave.
Glendale, WI 53209
(414) 964-2739, Fax (414) 964-2462

Milwaukee's original microbrewery, nationally known for producing fine European style beers and gourmet salads. The company has relocated to a new facility in Glendale. Call (414) 964-BREW for retail and tour information.
Wehr Nature Center
9701 W. College Ave.
Franklin, WI 53132
(414) 425-8550, Fax (414) 425-6992
A "living laboratory" designed to foster environmental awareness. Prairie, oak, savanna, woodlands, wetlands and a 20-acre lake. Field trips, tours, lectures, demonstrations. Open: Mon.-Sun. 8:00 AM-4:30 PM

Wisconsin Conservatory of Music
1584 N. Prospect Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 276-5760, Fax (414) 276-6076
E-mail: joycea@aol.com

Built as a family's mansion in 1903 and serving as a music school since 1932, this architecturally significant building on Milwaukee's Historic Register offers tours and performances open to the public.
Wisconsin Lake Schooner Education Association
500 N. Harbor Dr.
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 276-7700, Fax (414) 276-8838
E-mail: schooner@execpc.com

A nonprofit organization constructing a traditional Great Lakes Schooner -- built with Wisconsin timber, craftsmanship and labor. When completed, Wisconsin's Flagship will be 130 feet in length with 3 95-foot native white pine masts. Membership and volunteer opportunities available. Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Wisconsin State Fair Park
8100 W. Greenfield Ave.
West Allis, WI 53214-0990
414/266-7000, Fax 414/266-7007
E-mail: state.fair@wsfp.state.wi.us
Don't miss out on the year 'round shopping, family events and entertainment. Safe, clean and comfortable environment centrally located off I-94 at 84th St.
Wisconsin's Ethnic Settlement Trail
5900 N. Port Washington Rd., Ste. 146
Milwaukee, WI 53217
(414) 961-2110, Fax (414) 961-2110 (Call first)

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