A year ago today, Baird Center opened the doors on a $456 million expansion that more than doubled the convention center in size. Drawing groups like AdeptiCon, USA Fencing and more, the project has redefined what is possible and marked our destination as a premier meetings and conventions…
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When it comes to meetings and conventions, Milwaukee means business. In 2024 alone, Visit Milwaukee brought in 364 events throughout the city, including national political events such as the 2024 Republican National Convention, major industry tradeshows like 2024 Connect Marketplace and sporting…
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And that’s a wrap on Connect Marketplace in Milwaukee! One of the largest gatherings of event experts from around the globe, this week, over 1,000 meeting, convention and sports planners arrived in Milwaukee for three days of one-on-one appointments, a massive tradeshow with everything from…
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The latest addition to Milwaukee’s growing list of completed developments this year is a total game-changer. Now open, Baird Center’s new north building has more than doubled the size of the convention center, positioning Milwaukee as a premier destination for meetings and conventions. On…
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When you think of art, a convention center may not be top of mind. You might think of the city’s art museums or galleries peppered throughout the area, and you wouldn’t be remiss in thinking about the architectural marvels that make up Milwaukee’s skyline. But, inside the newly expanded Baird…
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The secret is out. Milwaukee has emerged as one of the hottest travel destinations in the U.S., earning recognition from renowned sources like Condé Nast Traveler, Lonely Planet and Airbnb. Once known for its strong brewing tradition and affinity for cheese curds, the city is now turning heads for…
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3…2…1…Happy New Year! As we kick off a massive 2024 for Milwaukee, there’s no better time to spotlight some of the most exciting restaurants, developments and attractions on the horizon this year. The year of Milwaukee, 2024 is set to be one wild ride that will once again put the city in the…
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Lighting the Marquee: VISIT Milwaukee VISIT Milwaukee headlined the American Family Insurance Amphitheater on the Summerfest on Wednesday, June 14, to raise a glass to a record-breaking year in the travel and tourism industry for the organization’s 2023 Annual Meeting. Playing a selection of the…
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Wisconsin Center District Places Final Piece of Structural Steel for $456 Million Expansion Project On Wednesday, May 10, 2023, The Wisconsin Center District (WCD), with the help of its construction management team Gilbane I Smith installed the final piece of structural steel to complete the frame…
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As a part of National Travel and Tourism Week, we wanted to recognize the people that help us showcase everything our city has to offer. The people who act as frontline ambassadors and spokespeople for our great city on a Great Lake. The people who—through their love of Milwaukee—are willing to…
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