Historic Third Ward

Milwaukee, United States

This small district, located directly to the south of Juneautown, is Milwaukee's version of the trendy urban "warehouse district." The streets of the Third Ward are lined with 19th and early 20th-century warehouse buildings which have been converted into lofts and offices. At street level, chic shops and restaurants are commonplace. The area is also an entertainment hub. The is located at 208 N Water St, just blocks from the Broadway Theater Center, home of the <a href="http://www.skylightopera.com/">Skylight Opera</a>. On the ward's southern boundary -the Milwaukee River - one can find the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design (or just <a href="http://www.miad.edu/enter.php/">MIAD</a>), which is the centerpiece of the city's art scene. On Gallery Night, which occurs once every three months, the Third Ward hums with activity, as it is home to the city's largest collection of art galleries. The Third Ward is also home to the newest section of the Riverwalk, which offers some fantastic views of the downtown skyline. The Third Ward is within walking distance of downtown.