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Pabst Brewery Update

Documented (images taken on July 28, 2007) by Mark R. Bertieri of the Milwaukeestock.com staff a historical landmark on the Milwaukee skyline, the Pabst Brewery is undergoing a complete transformation. In a historical perspective a few of the distinctive features of this series of buildings are slowly being dismantled. From the noted Pabst labeled smokestack and the neon lit rotating sign to the brewing kettles and infrastructure. In a review of the renovation plans available on the Zilber LTD (the new owners) web site really does not provide much detail as to the historic restoration. I would hope that they will be take the past into account in some of the developments details. Please view our Pabst Brewery slideshow for current images.

GND - Thanks for Coming

Light Ideas Gallery and Milwaukeestock.com would like to thank all that showed up for the latest installment of Gallery Night and Day this past weekend. We appreciate the support and hope all were excited about the "A Call From the Wild" exhibition by Peggy Morsch. Her images will be on display until August 28th. The next Gallery Night and Day event will be October 19th and 20th and the gallery will be featuring Milwaukee based photographer Troy Freund. We will post details as they become available. We have added the above image to our Historic Third Ward Gallery. Thanks again...............

Wadham Pagoda Gas Stations

In search of some of Milwaukee's past the Milwaukeestock.com team took off on a trek looking for an interesting piece of architectural history. We have updated our galleries with recent images of the pagoda shaped Wadham Oil & Grease Co. buildings. Going back to the 1930's the gas stations were very popular in the area. As time went by though some were moved and others dismantled for their unique parts. Below is a summary of our search.

Started at the North and 4th St. location, the Wadhams turned into (at least the latest tennant) Grant's Soul Food is still there but closed and the building is for sale. Could not find any Wadhams or parts of at 430 S. 2nd St, could not find any Wadhams or parts of at 15th and Becher. Struck gold at Lincoln and 27th, the building is there, closed, and now part of the Bargain Town Auto's empire. Wadhams at National and 76th St. is still there and in great shape, hard to believe there is no graffiti. The rumor of a roof of one at State Fair Park could not be verified (actually I forgot about that one). Click here for the images of the search and also click here to view the thread of comments regarding the situation.

Milwaukee Lighthouses

We have added images of the Milwaukee Pierhead and Milwaukee Breakwater Lighthouses to both our Architecture Collection. The added images were taken while on a curise aboard the tour boat Iroquois located just off of Clybourn St. at the Milwaukee River.

Milwaukee Art Museum Update

We have updated our Milwaukee Art Museum Gallery with this and a similar image of the Milwaukee Art Museum's Brise Soleil. The shot was taken on our Iroquois Boat Cruise this past weekend.

Iroquois Boat Tour

The Milwaukeestock.com team accompanied with Michael from Michael's Den decided to extend our weekend and took a cruise on the tour boat Iroquois. The tour starting in the Milwaukee River at Clybourn St. and cruising out into Lake Michigan is actually pretty nice. The tour features looks at the Milwaukee Art Museum, Pier Wisconsin and Discovery World, the Summerfest grounds, the Port of Milwaukee, the World's Largest 4 Sided Clock, 2 lighthouses, and of course Milwaukee's skyline. We recommend the cruise for both visitors and local Milwaukeean's. Check out our Iroquois Boat Trip Gallery.

MKE Public Market Outdoor Days Update

Light Ideas Gallery and Milwaukeestock.com were at the Milwaukee Public Market Outdoor Market Days event in the Third Ward again this past weekend. We would like to thank all who stopped by and said HI. Check out our Milwaukee Public Market Outdoor Market Days shoot for some images of the event both this past week and the week before that.

Festa Italiana

The Milwaukeestock.com team took to the lakefront today and visited one on the many summer festivals in Milwaukee's summer months, Festa Italiana. Billed as the largest Italian festival in the U.S. it features Italian food, Italian music, Italian fireworks, and Italian family fun. Running fro July 19th to July 22nd it is a don't miss attraction. For images check out our Festa Italiana Gallery in our Milwaukee Galleries.

Gallery Night & Day Update

Light Ideas Gallery is pleased to announce that our exhibition for Gallery Night and Day will be "A Call From The Wild" featuring images from photographer Peggy Morsch. Sponsored by The Historic Third Ward Association and the East Town Association. Held four time per year, Gallery Night and Day is the premier art event in Milwaukee.

"Come view the call of the natural world from Alaska, North Dakota, Montana, Wyoming and Wisconsin. Peggy Morsch has captured on film the dynamic changes of seasons, storms, migrations and the light that gives each image its breath and life. Her beautifully composed color images will leave you seeking the wonder of the natural world."

Exhibition hours are 6 to 9 pm on Friday, July 27th and 12 to 3 pm on Saturday, July 28th and then Thursdays and Fridays 12 to 5 pm and by appointment. Come visit us at 207 E. Buffalo St. (lower level of the Marshall Building) for this very special event. Visit the Light Ideas Gallery web site to view a few of her images.

MKE Public Market Outdoor Market

Light Ideas Gallery and Milwaukeestock.com will once again be at the Milwaukee Public Market's Outdoor Market this Saturday, July 21st from 8:00 to 2:00 pm. Stop by and say hello. We are located next to the Wicked Hop's booth.