A Concierge Favorite: “Sunday Afternoon”
By Keia Wegner, Assistant Manager at the Pfister Hotel
Originally, I was going to write about one of our paintings that are a bit more nationally known. I had heard through the grapevine that one of our beloved concierges, Peter Mortensen, knew a great back story on the piece I…
Veterans Day at the Pfister
This past Saturday I asked Pfister Chef Concierge Peter Mortensen (found out chef translates to “chief,” and not strictly the cuisine variety. Yep, I asked.) to grant me a tour of a few rooms and unique suites. The Pfister is actually two buildings, the initial 1893 Wisconsin Avenue building and…
News Update: Familiar Voices rally behind the Pfister Hotel
Familiar Voices Rally Behind the Pfister Hotel
Transcript:
My fellow Americans – and Marcus employees
I’m sue you are aware that I and other former leaders of the free world have had the honor of being a guest here at the fabulous Pfister Hotel. My honey bunch Hilary likes it…
BREAKING NEWS: Marcus Theatres Mascot Missing Over Weekend
Stubby, the mascot for Marcus Theatres, was discovered missing from the Majestic Theatre on Saturday morning. Several unverified sightings were reported throughout the day.
According to reports, Stubby was seen from I-94 in the parking lot of the theatre where he was driven away, possibly against his will, in…
The Pfister Hotel and Johnson Controls grew up together
Did you know the first building to (ever!) have temperature controls in each room was the Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee, Wisconsin? During the Industrial Revolution Johnson Controls and the Pfister Hotel grew up like two kids on the same block. Both also grew to garner international recognition in their chosen…
The Fuel of Magnificence
“When I first decided to be a professional artist, I wanted that fishbowl experience, so I got a storefront studio,” Reggie says.
“It’s not intimidating to discover an artist in public space,” adds Caitlin.
A group of us are seated in the Lobby Lounge, discussing the two residency programs…
Shelby Keefe’s 30 Paintings in 30 days
Last month, The Pfister Hotel’s Artist in Residence, Shelby Keefe, began her mission to create a painting a day for 30 straight days. Using her own photos and images from the public as inspiration, Keefe has focused her pieces on people in local, urban landscapes.
The 12” by 12…
Stories to tell by the Pfister Narrator
It’s that time again. The transition that has been coined the Passing of the Pen. As our current Pfister Narrator prepares to step down from her title, she has some words of wisdom and some insight for our next Pfister Narrator.
Stories to tell by the Pfister Narrator from…
The Pfister Hotel Selects Ed Makowski as Next In-House Storyteller
The historic Pfister Hotel in downtown Milwaukee has named Ed Makowski as its third ‘Pfister Narrator.’ In the role, he will spend time in the hotel’s lobby, interviewing visitors and guests and sharing their stories on the Pfister’s blog (blog.thepfisterhotel.com). As narrator, he will be posting…
The Pfister Hotel to Host October Gallery Night
The Pfister Hotel will be showcasing a gallery from 5-9pm, Friday, Oct. 21, 2011, as part of Gallery Night and Day, an art event put on by the Historic Third Ward Association and the East Town Association.
Last month, The Pfister Hotel’s Artist in Residence, Shelby Keefe, began…
Stone Crab Fishing with Chef Mark Weber
Mason Street Grill has always been committed to provided the freshest seafood possible. As a testament to Mason Street Grill’s commitment, Executive Chef Mark Weber was invited along on a stone crab fishing excursion in the Gulf of Mexico with our new crab distributor. Read along as Chef Weber…
Daniel Ridgway Knight’s “The Rose Garden”
By Keia Wegner, Assistant Manager at the Pfister Hotel
Daniel Ridgway Knight (1839-1924) was an American artist born in Philadelphia. In 1871 he moved to France where he purchased a house and studio at Poissy on the Seine. This was a perfect area for him as it provided lush…
Finding Your Roots in Milwaukee
Joe, the newest addition to the lobby bartending staff, is standing behind the green marble countertop, polishing a glass; his black pants, stiff white tuxedo shirt and black vest with gold-threaded “ThePfister” monogram crisp in its newness. “I just had the best calamari in the city,” he says, “at…
Clap, Clap, Clap-Clap-Clap
Milwaukee is hot with Brewers fever right now. Skyscrapers have windows lit up in a pattern that reads “GO MB!” and the scrolling signs on the fronts of the city buses stream route numbers alternating with “Go Milwaukee Brewers!” Sculptured sheep that graze peacefully in empty storefronts now wear team…
Victorian Artwork in the Pfister Hotel [VIDEO]
Meet Keia, Hotel Assistant Manager for the Pfister Hotel.
With a MA in Public History and Museum Studies from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Keia is the right person for the job of bringing our Victorian Art walking tour to life.
Victorian Artwork in the Pfister Hotel from PfisterHotel on…
Shelby Keefe: 30 paintings in 30 days [VIDEO]
With any form of artistic expression, the importance of daily practice promotes the mastering of techniques. The practice of creating a Painting a Day, which was introduced by artist Duane Keiser in 2004, for the purpose of selling his work through an Internet blog, has led to a movement of…
The Turk’s Head
Jimmy McManus sits at a table in the lobby bar, having a beer. He’s heavily bearded, gruff and scruffy, in a t-shirt featuring a skull & crossbones, drinking a nice pint of beer. His appearance indicate you might not want to run into him in a dark alley…
Time Lapse Painting with Shelby Keefe
We’re honored to have such talent within our midst. Shelby is not only a very talented painter but she’s also pretty quick at it, too.
Enjoy the artistic process the went into “Waning on the Day” by Shelby Keefe.
Visit thepfisterhotel.com/artistinresidence to learn more about Shelby…
Wine Swirls again, with the Pfister Sommelier
My name is Heather Kanter-Kowal and I am the Certified Sommelier and Assistant Manager of the Mason Street Grill in the Historic Pfister Hotel. This is the first post in a series about wine that I will be sharing with the Pfister community. We will discuss different wine regions…
Call for Photos: Shelby Keefe’s 30 paintings in 30 Days
With any form of artistic expression, the importance of daily practice promotes the mastering of techniques. The practice of creating a Painting a Day, which was introduced by artist Duane Keiser in 2004, for the purpose of selling his work through an Internet blog, has led to a movement of…
Made in Milwaukee, Found in the Pfister
A foursome of guests was querying Roc, the concierge, about what to check out nearby the Pfister today. He shared with them a few restaurants and then suggested they check out a little festival in its third year, called “Made in Milwaukee.” Featuring local bands, local food and libations, as…
Summer Gallery Night with Shelby Keefe
Shelby Keefe put on quite the show on Gallery Night on Friday, July 29 at the Pfister Hotel.
With a great display of a few of her current pieces and a live performance of a completed piece in 20 minutes to the tunes of a local jam band, Shelby put…
The Pfister Recommends: Cathedral Square
Just steps away from the Pfister Hotel, Cathedral Square in the East Town neighborhood is a vibrant community with multiple events throughout the year.
East Town Association produces a variety of events to get you even more involved with your community including the East Town Market, Jazz in the Park…
Something Old, Something New
I recently got to get acquainted with a freelance marketer, sports journalist and travel blogger from Texas named Jayme Lamm, who I met at the Pfister because Jayme was connected with the Astros and had heard about how wonderful it was from both the tour and booking managers for the…
Making Music
A couple recently told me that playing cribbage was part of their secret to a long, happy marriage.
After being married for thirty years, “there are only so many TV shows you can share,” said Tim and B.C. as we sat with crisp, cool drinks in hand, waiting out…
