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Formerly an underutilized alley, Black Cat Alley is now an open-air art gallery, home to 24 murals from artists across the globe and live music series.

Don’t forget to take a selfie!

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We are lucky to have Ivanhoe Plaza located right outside our door! Grab food from a Crossroads vendor and soak in the sunshine. Afterwards, work up your appetite for Scratch Ice Cream with a game of Bag Toss.

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The only bar accessible through Black Cat Alley, Shanghai Speakeasy is a step back in time to Prohibition America. Experience handcrafted cocktails by artisan drink makers, in a bar that truly takes you back to the 1920s. That’s if you can find it.

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There’s no better way to experience Milwaukee than biking through the city, and stopping to see the sights along the way.

Don’t have a bike? Check out the Bublr Bike bikeshare map!

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We’re lucky to have Milwaukee’s Historic Movie Palace as our next door neighbor! This is a must see for movie, history and architecture enthusiasts. Join us at Crossroads Collective before the film for a cocktail and dinner!

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This historic business just turned 95! When you enter the famed venue, you’ll head to the basement for bowling lanes, retro arcade games, steel tip darts, pool tables and a multiple bars.

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Enjoy breathtaking views of Lake Michigan at this mile-long public park designed by Frederick Law Olmstead, the world famous landscape architect. Don’t miss the historic lighthouse and the lion bridge!

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Okay, this isn’t as easy as it looks! After your visit at Crossroads Collective, take a stroll through Black Cat Alley and visit AXE MKE to try your hand at throwing axes. Can you get a bullseye?

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Ever dreamed of building your own mini golf course? Now you can! An innovative take on the classic mini-golf course, Nine Below is where creativity meets skill. First you build, then you play!

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This historic Milwaukee home, built in an Italian Renaissance-style atop a bluff overlooking Lake Michigan, was built in 1924 and has housed a collection of art since 1966. The courtyard can’t be missed.

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After your visit at Crossroads Collective, head East to visit this historic structure. As if the 1873 Victorian Gothic water tower wasn’t enough, you’ll also get to experience the North Point Fountain to its south, and views of Lake Michigan to the East.

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Built in 1916 by Frank Lloyd Wright, this home is a highlight of any self-guided walking tour of historic homes on Milwaukee’s East Side. During your tour, please be respectful of this private residence.

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Built in 1887, and located inside historic Lake Park, this Light Station has a history of guiding mariners to Milwaukee. When you visit, search for the Wisconsin State Historical Marker to learn the history of this significant piece of architecture.

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Not just a store, Beard MKE is Milwaukee’s go to spot for apothecary, men’s grooming, apparel, art, party things and so much more.

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The Kind Oasis brings CBD and Delta-9 to Milwaukee’s East Side with their modern CBD wellness and variety store.

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This children’s store features a large array of toys, clothing accessories and even candy!

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This can’t miss East Side staple has a market featuring the trendiest gifts, groceries and so much more.