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The Original Milwaukee Ghost Walk - Third Ward
American Ghost Walks - Wisconsin
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Susie_S
183 days ago
This tour was an intriguing combination of local history, stories of untimely ends, and a spooky introduction to Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward. The walking pace was leisurely, and our guide Carrie was very knowledgeable.
Milwaukee's original haunted history walking tour introduces you to the unique heritage of the Historic Third Ward in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The Third Ward, dubbed “The Bloody Third” in 1846, is a charming arts district today but conceals a violent gangster past. Once home to Milwaukee’s mafia operations and, before that, Irish gangsters, known as the Third Ward Cowboys, its streets have been touched by tragedy and the paranormal. Expect to learn more about paranormal happenings and ghost sightings at the Skylight Opera Theatre, the Italian Community Center, and MIAD, as well as many other lesser-known locations. Ghosts stories with Third Ward connections including supernatural encounters at the Hilton Garden Inn and the Pfister Hotel.
Departure Point
- Meet at the corner of St. Paul and Water Street
- Meet at the corner of St. Paul and Water Street
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Milwaukee Public Market400 N Water St, , Milwaukee, WisconsinMeet on the corner St. Paul Avenue and Water Street for a history lesson they never taught you in school. Get glimpse of the scandalous 19th Century past of these streets when the area was nicknamed the Bloody Third.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: 116 E Pleasant St116 East Pleasant Street, Milwaukee, WI 53212Built in 1910, this building originally housed the F. Mayer Boot & Shoe Co. We keep the memory of a spectral little boy named Timmy alive. Over the years when the Institute of Beauty and Wellness occupied the building this wee ghost was blamed for many supernatural shenanigans.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Broadway Theatre Center158 North Broadway, Milwaukee, WI 53202The lovable yet ostentatious Clair Richardson founded the Skylight Music Theatre 1959. Although he died in 1980 before he could see his dream fully realized, his cremated remains have resided inside, in the Cabot Theatre’s trap room, since 1993. Many believe his spirit has returned. As in life, Clair loves to make his presence known.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Tied House Milwaukee124 North Water Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202This building was once known as the Pabst Brewing Co. Saloon and Boarding House. Perhaps the unfortunate "boarding house" label, a term that was often a euphemism for houses of ill repute, has led to its current reputation as a former brothel and the legend of the unlucky lady of the night who haunts itDuration: 10 minutesStop At: 207 E Buffalo St207 East Buffalo Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202Gossip about a harrowing late night elevator ride turns out to have some basis in fact. Who was the vanishing man in dusty overalls who allegedly vexed a writer for Milwaukee’s famous weekly newspaper the Shepherd Express?Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Italian Community Center, Inc.631 East Chicago Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202LegendsDuration: Not AvailableStop At: The Marshall Building207 East Buffalo Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202An eerie encounter remains a mystery and adds to the intrigue surrounding The Marshall Building. The incident has left the employee and others wondering about the true nature of the apparition.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design273 East Erie Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202Many eerie occurrences have left students and teachers wondering if the building is haunted. Despite the unsettling experiences, the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design continues to thrive as a center for creativity and learning.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: The Wicked Hop345 North Broadway, Milwaukee, WI 53202The oldest building in The Third Ward contains one of its darkest ghost stories....Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Historical Marker 327: Sinking of the Lady ElginNorth Water Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202The Lady Elgin Memorial Marker in Milwaukee commemorates the tragic sinking of the steamship Lady Elgin on September 8, 1860. The disaster, which occurred on Lake Michigan, resulted in the loss of over 300 lives, making it one of the deadliest maritime disasters in Great Lakes history.Duration: 10 minutesAdditional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour Guide
Milwaukee's original haunted history walking tour introduces you to the unique heritage of the Historic Third Ward in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The Third Ward, dubbed “The Bloody Third” in 1846, is a charming arts district today but conceals a violent gangster past. Once home to Milwaukee’s mafia operations and, before that, Irish gangsters, known as the Third Ward Cowboys, its streets have been touched by tragedy and the paranormal. Expect to learn more about paranormal happenings and ghost sightings at the Skylight Opera Theatre, the Italian Community Center, and MIAD, as well as many other lesser-known locations. Ghosts stories with Third Ward connections including supernatural encounters at the Hilton Garden Inn and the Pfister Hotel.
Departure Point
- Meet at the corner of St. Paul and Water Street
- Meet at the corner of St. Paul and Water Street
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Milwaukee Public Market400 N Water St, , Milwaukee, WisconsinMeet on the corner St. Paul Avenue and Water Street for a history lesson they never taught you in school. Get glimpse of the scandalous 19th Century past of these streets when the area was nicknamed the Bloody Third.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: 116 E Pleasant St116 East Pleasant Street, Milwaukee, WI 53212Built in 1910, this building originally housed the F. Mayer Boot & Shoe Co. We keep the memory of a spectral little boy named Timmy alive. Over the years when the Institute of Beauty and Wellness occupied the building this wee ghost was blamed for many supernatural shenanigans.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Broadway Theatre Center158 North Broadway, Milwaukee, WI 53202The lovable yet ostentatious Clair Richardson founded the Skylight Music Theatre 1959. Although he died in 1980 before he could see his dream fully realized, his cremated remains have resided inside, in the Cabot Theatre’s trap room, since 1993. Many believe his spirit has returned. As in life, Clair loves to make his presence known.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Tied House Milwaukee124 North Water Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202This building was once known as the Pabst Brewing Co. Saloon and Boarding House. Perhaps the unfortunate "boarding house" label, a term that was often a euphemism for houses of ill repute, has led to its current reputation as a former brothel and the legend of the unlucky lady of the night who haunts itDuration: 10 minutesStop At: 207 E Buffalo St207 East Buffalo Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202Gossip about a harrowing late night elevator ride turns out to have some basis in fact. Who was the vanishing man in dusty overalls who allegedly vexed a writer for Milwaukee’s famous weekly newspaper the Shepherd Express?Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Italian Community Center, Inc.631 East Chicago Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202LegendsDuration: Not AvailableStop At: The Marshall Building207 East Buffalo Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202An eerie encounter remains a mystery and adds to the intrigue surrounding The Marshall Building. The incident has left the employee and others wondering about the true nature of the apparition.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design273 East Erie Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202Many eerie occurrences have left students and teachers wondering if the building is haunted. Despite the unsettling experiences, the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design continues to thrive as a center for creativity and learning.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: The Wicked Hop345 North Broadway, Milwaukee, WI 53202The oldest building in The Third Ward contains one of its darkest ghost stories....Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Historical Marker 327: Sinking of the Lady ElginNorth Water Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202The Lady Elgin Memorial Marker in Milwaukee commemorates the tragic sinking of the steamship Lady Elgin on September 8, 1860. The disaster, which occurred on Lake Michigan, resulted in the loss of over 300 lives, making it one of the deadliest maritime disasters in Great Lakes history.Duration: 10 minutesAdditional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour Guide
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Susie_S
This tour was an intriguing combination of local history, stories of untimely ends, and a spooky introduction to Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward. The walking pace was leisurely, and our guide Carrie was very knowledgeable.
Jessica_S
My husband and I were looking for something to do and booked a tour last minute and we are so glad we did! Tea was a great guide and we learned a lot about the haunted history of Milwaukee!
Denise_C
Yea, our guide was great. He knew lots of historical moments, not just ghost stories. My friend from Cleveland loved it.
BigDaddy1616
Pretty cool stories about the haunted history. Not a bad way to spend a night for the price. The guide was fun!
Betty_N
I can only review half of the tour as we left halfway through. Our tour guide was a nice lady but not a good story teller. Part of going on a ghost tour is to be spooked a little. She giggled and laughed at her own jokes the entire time. I was really looking forward to this tour. My recommendation is to a little research on google and do your own tour. It’s a cool idea but really poorly executed. Save your money.