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1928
Hilton Milwaukee
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
509 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53203
Original Property Opened in 1928
Historic Hotels of America member since 2011
The Hilton Milwaukee, originally the Schroeder Hotel, is an Art Deco masterpiece built by architects Holabird and Roche in 1928. The hotel was founded by Milwaukee native, Walter Schroeder, who appointed the building with rich furnishings fitting for the “Roaring Twenties.” For nearly 100 years, the hotel’s striking ballrooms and timeless restaurants have served not only as a historic and elegant spot for travelers from across the globe, but also as a gathering spot for thousands of visitors at the connecting Baird Convention Center and a welcoming hub with a distinctive, local Milwaukeean flair.
Discover
- Discover the amazing Art Deco architecture of the Hilton Milwaukee. Originally opened in 1928 as the Schroeder Hotel, this amazing building was designed by the talented architectural firm, Holabird & Roche.
- Journey over to the Haggerty Museum of Art at nearby Marquette University. Only minutes down the road from the hotel, the Haggerty Museum of Art features everything from 16th-century sculptures to contemporary decorative arts.
- Stroll through the Milwaukee Public Museum. This state-of-the-art museum features three floors of natural history exhibits, as well as a stunning butterfly garden.
Explore
- Explore the Harley-Davidson Museum just moments away. Located on the other side of the Menomonee River, the museum is home to more than 450 Harley-Davidson motorcycles.
- Visit The Pabst Mansion. This beautiful building once served as the residence of Captain Frederick Pabst, who founded the famous Pabst Brewing Company. The Pabst Museum today is a magnificent house museum.
- Travel to the historic Milwaukee Pierhead Lighthouse on the other side of the city. Listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places, this spectacular historical structure has been in continuous operation since 1872.
Experience
- Experience the Milwaukee Art Museum. One of the greatest museums in the United States, it is home to over 25,000 works of art. Among the artists on display at the Milwaukee Art Museum are Georgia O’Keefe, Winslow Homer, Edgar Degas, Claude Monet, and Pablo Picasso.
- Attend a thrilling theatrical performance at The Pabst Theater. A U.S. National Historic Landmark, this stunning historical venue has hosted live entertainment since it first opened during the 1890s. Few places are better to catch a show in Milwaukee than The Pabst Theater.
- Tour Discovery World nearby. Located along the banks of Lake Michigan, this fantastic cultural institution features compelling exhibits that detail efforts to conserve the Great Lakes. It also has an active aquarium and a regional museum.
Taste
- Indulge in dishes made with fresh and local ingredients at the award-winning Milwaukee ChopHouse at the Hilton Milwaukee. Enjoy an elegant dinner of the finest cut steaks, chops, prime rib, or fresh seafood from the restaurant's ever-changing menu.
- Savor a Badger State classic known as the cheese curd. Try the beloved fried snack with a draft beer or craft burger at Miller Time Pub & Grill located in the lobby of Hilton Milwaukee.
- Enjoy the many artisan food shops located within the Milwaukee Public Market. The founders of this facility drew inspiration from Seattle’s world-famous Pike Place Market. The Milwaukee Public Market is one of the finest places to try Wisconsin’s unique culinary heritage.