Timothy’s 2nd Gallery Night + “Wedding” After Party
Pfister Artist in Residence, Timothy Westbrook’s second gallery night took place on Friday, July 27th. With the intention of creating a piece that referenced Elizabethan, Timothy decided to tell a story with his second gallery night piece. Using guides from the 1890s, he created a piece that reflects Queen…
Map of Gallery Night & Day, July 27-28, 2012
For your convenience, The Pfister has assembled a handy interactive Google Map of all of the participating venues in this weekend’s gallery night. Zoom, click, drag, and scroll your way around the map to see the full picture of what Milwaukee’s Gallery Night has to offer.
Find the…
Enjoy The Fireworks In Blu
Once again, festival season in Milwaukee is upon us. It’s our favorite time of year! There’s nothing better than good food, good music, and to top it off, a great fire works display.
Are you ready to OOOH and AHHH?
Why weed the crowds, hunt for a good…
We’ve Won the ‘Stars of the Industry’ Award
We’re proud to announce that we’ve won the national ‘Stars of the Industry’ award from the American Hotel & Lodging Association in the category of guest relations for a large property. The awards program recognizes lodging employees and properties that best symbolize the quality service of the industry…
DOWNTOWN DINING WEEK – JUNE 7-14, 2012
Downtown Dining Week begins in a few days. Join us at Mason Street Grill and The Café at The Pfister for some wonderful lunch and dinner options created by our talented chefs…
Congratulations Alicia
Meet Alicia. If you have dined in the Café Pfister over the last two years, you may recognize her. She has been instrumental in helping us carry out the Salve motto, giving our guests a level of gracious service indicative of the hotel.
Because of her great work, we are…
Milwaukee: The Best Deal In Chicago
Ah, big brother Chicago. Just two hundred years ago we were part of the same Illinois territory.
People come to Milwaukee for many reasons. Business. Dinner. Conventions. Celebrations. Sporting events. Art openings. Museums.
Visitors ask certain key questions which lead me to conclude they’re not from Milwaukee. This line…
UPAF Artists Among Us – The Final Piece for UPAF
This is the final day of UPAF’s Artists Among Us 16 in 16 by Shelby Keefe. Shelby has been working very hard and creating some absolutely stunning art for these amazing art organizations around Milwaukee. Today, for the grand finale, Shelby uses UPAF itself as the center of her…
UPAF Artists Among Us – Day 15 Florentine Opera Company
We are proud to announce Shelby Keefe is on Day 15 of 16. Today, the Florentine Opera Company is the center of Shelby’s fifteenth UPAF Artist Among Us piece. The reason Shelby chose this image for the Florentine Opera Company is because she loved the obvious drama between the…
UPAF Artists Among Us – Day 13 Next Act Theatre
We are proud to announce Shelby Keefe is on Day 13 of 16. Today, Next Act Theatre is the center of Shelby’s thirteenth UPAF Artist Among Us piece. The photo Shelby used to paint today’s piece features a Next Act Theatre actor in a dynamic pose from a…
UPAF Artists Among Us – Day 12 Danceworks, Inc.
We are proud to announce Shelby Keefe is on Day 12 of 16. Today, Danceworks, Inc. is the center of Shelby’s twelfth UPAF Artist Among Us piece. Shelby said the photo for this painting was one of the easiest to choose because of the expressions on the two central…
Shelby Keefe’s UPAF Artist Amoung Us Project
Our current Artist In Residence, Shelby Keefe, is about to embark on another special project staring March 1st.
Shelby will create a special 12” x 12″ painting for UPAF and each of its member groups.
These 16 paintings will happen over the course of the 16 days. This collaboration represents…
The Pfister Hotel seeks next “Narrator in Residence”
The historic Pfister Hotel in downtown Milwaukee, which is owned and managed by Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, is in search of its next writer in residence, known as the Pfister Narrator. The chosen candidate will spend time in the hotel’s lobby, speaking with visitors and guests and sharing their…
I Do: Part Deux – Wedding Photo Contest
Weddings are a big part of our history. From the grandest to the most intimate, each wedding has a special place here at The Pfister. That’s why we’re proud to announce our I Do: Part Deux, Wedding Photo contest.
You are cordially invited to share your Pfister…
The Votes Are In…
Your votes are in and tabulated. On behalf of all the Artist in Residence candidates we want to thank the community for there overwhelming support via the online and paper voting.
Voting is just one of the final steps to becoming Artist in…
Pfister Art: Ninon De Lenclos
by: Keia Wegner, Hotel Assistant Manager
Mademoiselle Georges Achille-Fould worked in the studio of Rosa Bonheur, who was one of the best known French female artists of her time. A book on the Pfister Art Collection written in the 1940’s mistakenly labeled Ms. Achille-Fould as a male…
The Harvard Krokodiloes come to The Rouge
Join us on Friday, January 13 for a once in a lifetime experience when the world famous Harvard Krokodiloes come to The Rouge for a special evening of fine dining and entertainment.
See the Kroks in actions.
You’ll enjoy a three course gourmet dinner while being treated to the…
The Pfister Hotel Names Six Finalists for Next Artist in Residence
Home to more Victorian Art than any other hotel in the world, the historic Pfister Hotel in downtown Milwaukee for the past three years has hosted a nationally recognized artist-in-residence program. A selection committee, consisting of members of the local art community, has announced the six finalists for…
Milwaukee’s Favorite Cookie – 2011
Congratulations to Anna Baird-Luedke, for winning the Cookie Crown!
Milwaukee’s favorite cookie is the White Chocolate Chip Chewy Gingerbread cookie.
The winning baker was chosen by culinary experts from Marcus Restaurants and received a special overnight stay and dinner for two at The Pfister, InterContinental Milwaukee or Hilton…
12 Drinks of Christmas in Blu
Blu and the Pfister Hotel are proud to be participating in the Hunger Task Force’s 12 Drinks of Christmas this holiday season and donating a portion of our proceeds to the cause.
Stop by Blu and try one of our tasty holiday libations this season and don’t forget…
A Great Milwaukee’s Favorite Cookie Contest Entry
Here at the Pfister, we love a great story. When we received this great story from Jill Drury who entered our Marcus Resturant’s Milwaukee’s Best Cookie Contest.
Nothing says tradition like a grandma passing great recipes, techniques, and a few special secrets to the next generation. Great story…
Your City Through Visiting Eyes- “Absolutely Gobsmacked!”
The other night I was sitting in the lobby lounge editing photographs on my computer. Something a bar patron said caught my ear and made me laugh. I don’t remember what exactly he said, but the gentleman’s tone and volume invited anybody within earshot to join. Hearing…
2011 Pfister Tree Lighting Ceremony
We kicked off the holiday season with our annual tree lighting ceremony on Friday, Nov. 25th.
This year’s event featured cupcake and cookie decorating, complimentary holiday drinks and much more. And as always, Santa and Ms. Claus made a special appearance.
Thanks to everyone who came out. It’s…
Final Deadline For Our Next Artist In Residence
At the Pfister, we’re known for our expansive Victorian art collection, but we are also very proud of the continued evolution of our Artist In Residence program. We have been fortunate to have such talented artists like Reginald Baylor, Katie Musolff, and currently Shelby Keefe, create amazing works of…
The Pfister’s Annual Tree Lighting Event
We will kick off the holiday season with our annual tree lighting ceremony on Friday, Nov. 25, 2011, from 5 – 6:30 pm.
Our tree lighting ceremony is a magical experience for the whole family. This year’s event will include cupcake decorating, complimentary holiday treats and much more. While…
