Historic Third Ward, Milwaukee

Name: Historic Third Ward
Address: Milwaukee, United States

#94 among attractions in Milwaukee

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The Historic Third Ward is a historic warehouse district located in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This Milwaukee neighborhood is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Today, the Third Ward is home to over 450 businesses and maintains a strong position within the retail and professional service community in Milwaukee as a showcase of a mixed-use district. The neighborhood's renaissance is anchored by many specialty shops, restaurants, art galleries and theatre groups, creative businesses and condos. It is home to the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design, and the Broadway Theatre Center. The Ward is adjacent to the Henry Maier Festival Park, home to Summerfest. The neighborhood is bounded by the Milwaukee River to the west and south, E. Clybourn Street to the north, and Lake Michigan to the east. ()

Built: 1875 (149 years ago)Coordinates: 43°1'54"N, 87°54'6"W

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Historic Third Ward – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Milwaukee Art Museum, Milwaukee Public Market, The Shops of Grand Avenue, Betty Brinn Children's Museum.

0.6 miN
A-list art in an architectural landmark
Milwaukee Art Museum, Milwaukee
16 min walk • The Milwaukee Art Museum, an architectural landmark and cultural beacon in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, stands as a testament to the city's commitment to the arts. This striking museum, known for its expansive collection and innovative design, draws visitors from around the...
0.4 miNW
Shopping, Flea market, Market
Milwaukee Public Market, Milwaukee
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Wisconsin's largest city, the Milwaukee Public Market is a vibrant fresh food emporium that has become a beloved institution for both locals and tourists alike. This bustling marketplace, located in the historic Third Ward neighborhood, offers...
0.8 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
The Shops of Grand Avenue, Milwaukee
20 min walk • The Avenue is an urban shopping plaza currently under renovation that spans three city blocks in the downtown neighborhood of Westown in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
0.5 miN
Museum, Children's museum
Betty Brinn Children's Museum, Milwaukee
13 min walk • The Betty Brinn Children's Museum is a non-profit children's museum located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
0.5 miNE
Museum, Boat tours, Aquarium
Discovery World, Milwaukee
12 min walk • Discovery World is a nonprofit Science & Technology center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This museum is dedicated to inspiring the next generation of STEM majors through curiosity and creativity.
0.4 miNE
Ship
Denis Sullivan, Milwaukee
11 min walk • The S/V Denis Sullivan is a replica three-masted, wooden, gaff rigged schooner from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She is a flagship of both the state of Wisconsin and of the United Nations Environment Programme.
0.8 miNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Music venue
Pabst Theater, Milwaukee
21 min walk • The Pabst Theater is an indoor performance and concert venue and landmark of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States. Colloquially known as "the Pabst", the theater hosts about 100 events per year.
0.6 miN
Bridge
Reiman Bridge, Milwaukee
15 min walk • The Reiman Pedestrian Bridge is a cable-stayed footbridge in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin that spans Lincoln Memorial Drive. It connects the Milwaukee Art Museum on the lakeshore to the east side of the downtown's central business district by way of O'Donnell Park, a multi-use park complex.
0.5 miW
Museum, History museum
National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum, Milwaukee
13 min walk • National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum is a museum devoted to bobblehead dolls. It is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The museum claims to have 10,000 different bobbleheads from around the world, including a life-size bobblehead. It is the only bobblehead-specific museum in the world.
~1140 ftS
Park, Music festival, Event
Summerfest, Milwaukee
6 min walk • Henry Maier Festival Park is a 75-acre festival park located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on the shore Lake Michigan and is the site of the annual Summerfest musical festival and the home of the American Family Insurance Amphitheater.
0.9 miNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Marcus Center, Milwaukee
24 min walk • The Marcus Center for the Performing Arts is a performing arts center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States. It serves as the home of the Florentine Opera, Milwaukee Ballet, First Stage Children's Theater and other local arts organizations, and was also the home of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra from 1969 until 2020.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Historic Third Ward?

Nearby attractions include Summerfest, Milwaukee (6 min walk), Tory Folliard Gallery, Milwaukee (7 min walk), Lakeshore State Park, Milwaukee (8 min walk), Marshall Building, Milwaukee (10 min walk).

How to get to Historic Third Ward by public transport?

The nearest stations to Historic Third Ward:

Tram

Historic Third Ward • Lines: M (10 min walk)
Stop (11 min walk)

Train

Milwaukee (21 min walk)

Bus

Milwaukee Greyhound Station (22 min walk)
FlixBus Milwaukee • Lines: 2511 (27 min walk)