About This Venue
Historic Milwaukee, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to celebrating and preserving Milwaukee's rich architectural heritage through guided tours, self-guided mobile app experiences, and a curated gift shop located in downtown Milwaukee.
Visitors can explore the city's fascinating history through expert-led walking tours that highlight architectural styles, neighborhood stories, and lesser-known narratives from Milwaukee's past, or take advantage of their innovative mobile app for self-guided discovery at their own pace. The organization also hosts special events like Spaces & Traces, an annual home tour showcasing beautiful residences across different architectural periods, and offers private and student group tours tailored to specific interests.
The Historic Milwaukee gift shop, open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm, features a thoughtfully curated selection of Milwaukee-themed merchandise including art prints, books, neighborhood collections, puzzles, games, postcards, stickers, and barware—making it an ideal stop for both locals and visitors seeking authentic gifts and keepsakes that celebrate the city's distinctive character and history.