Historic Milwaukee walking tours provide exercise & a Hometown history lesson all in one
Historic MKE MILWAUKEE (CBS 58)--Set on a bluff, overlooking the northern point of Milwaukee’s harbor, this neighborhood boasts an incredible collection of mansions from the early twentieth century. The tree-lined blocks feature a variety of styles including German Renaissance Revival, English Tudor Revival, Mediterranean Revival and others popular from 1890-1940. The houses were designed by some of the most notable Milwaukee architects including Eschweiler, Clas, Niedecken and even Wisconsin’s own Frank Lloyd Wright. Beyond the architectural details, the neighborhood’s past residents include many prominent Milwaukeeans who made money in wheat, railroads, straw hats, fur coats, ice cream and more.
This particular tour, called North Point Mansions, also includes non-residential neighborhood landmarks like a historic hospital complex, water tower and lighthouse, as well as a Frederick Law Olmsted designed park. Keep in mind, you're only looking at exteriors, interiors are not available to tour. Go here for all the information (about all offered tours) and to preregister. The next tour of this kind will be 4:30 PM on Thursday, May 21st.