Read recent news about Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward neighborhood

September 2021

• A project that created aesthetic lighting and public art beneath downtown Milwaukee's I-794 has won an international award, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, September 22, 2021
• Sabrosa Cafe & Gallery to assume operations for Skylight Bar & Bistro, OnMilwaukee.com, September 22, 2021
• Dog-friendly Riley's Social House is putting down paws in Third Ward, OnMilwaukee.com, September 17, 2021
• Third Ward businesses weigh in on 3-weekend Summerfest format, WISN-12, September 16, 2021
• Skating through tough times, Milwaukee business rolls back to life, FOX6 Milwaukee, September 15, 2021
• Advertising Agency Inks Deal for New Third Ward Space, UrbanMilwaukee.com, September 9, 2021
• Pop-up showcases local women-owned businesses in 3rd Ward during Summerfest: Slideshow, Milwaukee Business Journal, September 6, 2021
• Downtown Milwaukee dog park wins $25K Bark for Your Park grant, CBS58, September 2, 2021

August 2021

• Something old, something new: The Third Ward unveils its first-ever playground, Today's TMJ4, August 27, 2021
• Third Ward apartment tower developer says project will enhance public RiverWalk, BizTimes.com, August 23, 2021
• As Irish Fest Kicks Off, Explore The Historic Irish Connection To Milwaukee's Third Ward, WUWM, August 19, 2021
• We're Open: Wizard Works Brewing Company in the Third Ward, Today's TMJ4, August 17, 2021
• Donut Monster opens this week in Historic Third Ward, OnMilwaukee.com, August 17, 2021
• Go Here, Not There: 9 Domestic Alternatives to Popular U.S. Destinations, Forbes, August 17, 2021
• Restaurant Review: Fool’s Errand Delivers a Taste of Nostalgia, Milwaukee Magazine, August 12, 2021
• From Milwaukee To The World, Sculpture Milwaukee Returns For Fifth Edition, Forbes, August 10, 2021
• Buskerfest to brings music, magic and storytelling to downtown Milwaukee this weekend, WDJT-TV, August 5, 2021
• A dog run is planned for under I-794 downtown and it could use your help securing funds, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, August 4, 2021

July 2021

• A Faux-Ghost Sign in the Historic Third Ward, Shepherd Express, July 27, 2021
• Milwaukee-based Eppstein Uhen Architects is getting new executive leadership, including its first female president, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, July 22, 2021
• Ayre in the Square Returns With Music in the Historic Third Ward, Shepherd Express, July 21, 2021

June 2021

• Summerfest's Community Park is already Milwaukee's most popping playground, 88Nine Radio Milwaukee, June 29, 2021
• Sink your claws into summer at Camp Bar Third Ward's "Summer Camp," OnMilwaukee, June 24, 2021
• New connections are breaking I-794 barrier in downtown, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, June 17, 2021
• The apartment high-rise planned for Historic Third Ward just won a key approval, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, June 16, 2021
• I thought I'd hate these bird sculptures in Lakeshore State Park, but I kinda like them, Milwaukee Record, June 15, 2021
• Milwaukee Tastemakers: Dan Jacobs and Dan Van Rite, Milwaukee Magazine, June 9, 2021
• You can finally play pickle ball under the I-794 freeway, Milwaukee Record, June 9, 2021

May 2021

• Gillich's Too Much Metal reaches drinking age on June 1, OnMilwaukee.com, May 28, 2021
• Skylight Music Theatre will return to full season with relatively normal budget, Milwaukee Business Journal, May 26, 2021
• Valentine Coffee plans to open a Milwaukee Historic Third Ward location, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, May 24, 2021
• Apartment tower proposed for Milwaukee Third Ward will be 32 floors, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, May 19, 2021
• A first look at Tide House's new "Elements of Nature" patio, OnMilwaukee.com, May 11, 2021
• Illinois-based customer engagement agency opens Milwaukee office, BizTimes.com, May 7, 2021
• Let's Brunch: Southern style brunch at The Explorium Brewpub, OnMilwaukee.com, May 7, 2021

April 2021

• Brute Pizza slated to open brick and mortar location in Third Ward, OnMilwaukee.com, April 29, 2021
• WEC Energy Group's Juneautown Substation: Downtown's Hidden Power, Milwaukee Business Journal, April 29, 2021
• Donut Monster is bringing doughnuts, cinnamon rolls and more to Third Ward, OnMilwaukee.com, April 28, 2021
• Snap selfie with red solo cup, help clean plastic from Milwaukee waterways, WISN, April 23, 2021
• Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer buys Third Ward condo for $1.1 million, BizTimes, April 20, 2021
• Milwaukee Ale House is open for your drinking and dining pleasure, OnMilwaukee, April 15, 2021
• Milwaukee Ballet's Baumgartner Center for Dance 'a lifeline' through the pandemic, Milwaukee Business Journal, April 15, 2021
• 2A Wine Merchants, a shop and tasting room, is due in summer in the Third Ward, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, April 15, 2021
• The Soup Market will leave leave the Public Market at the end of June after losing its lease, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, April 15, 2021
• Pat's Rib Place to establish second location at Milwaukee Public Market, OnMilwaukee.com, April 13, 2021
• The Interview: Steve Kroll of Granular, BizTimes, April 12, 2021
• Nonprofit spotlight: Milwaukee Artist Resource Network, BizTimes, April 12, 2021
• Italian Community Center trying to sell some of its Third Ward land, Milwaukee Business Journal, April 8, 2021

March 2021

• Gallery Night MKE is back - In-person and Virtually, Shepherd Express, March 31, 2021
• Wonderstate cafe in Third Ward will reopen with key changes, OnMilwaukee.com, March 26, 2021
• What bars and restaurants need to know now about the $28.6 billion federal grants, OnMilwaukee.com, March 25, 2021
• A wedding and events venue to be built in Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward has received a preliminary city approval, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, March 24, 2021
• Local wine bars worth exploring, OnMilwaukee.com, March 12, 2021
• You'll find whimsical snipes and comfort food at Fool's Errand in Third Ward, OnMilwaukee.com, March 10, 2021
• VIP Lux Chalet at Cafe Benelux offers private dining with a rooftop view, OnMilwaukee.com, March 10, 2021
• Milwaukee Artist Resource Network will open exhibition hall in Third Ward, Milwaukee Business Journal, March 2, 2021
• Historic Milwaukee Firehouse Transforms to Healthcare Venue, HC+O News, March 2, 2021

February 2021

• Milwaukee County Historical Society and Indeed Brewing Collaborate to Honor Lady Elgin Disaster, Shepherd Express, February 25, 2021
• Cash Mob MKE: Wednesday at Aperitivo, OnMilwaukee.com, February 22, 2021
• New events venue proposed for vacant Third Ward site, BizTimes.com, February 22, 2021
• Chicago title services company expands to Wisconsin, BizTimes, February 19, 2021 
• Pandemic-inspired vegan treats are selling out for Sugar Cube Donuts creator, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, February 12, 2021
• Aesthetic Lighting for Valentine’s Day at ‘Brighten the Passage’ Installation Under I-794, Shepherd Express, February 11, 2021