A private event celebration at the Milwaukee Public Market
A private event celebration at the Milwaukee Public Market

About US

Welcome to Milwaukee's iconic food & event destination!

Bursting with unique, high quality selections of artisan and ethnic products, and freshly-made prepared foods, you're sure to enjoy shopping the independent merchants of the Milwaukee Public Market.

Eat in the Market's second floor Palm Garden or take your purchases home to be enjoyed. Whatever your taste or craving—the Milwaukee Public Market has something to satisfy your appetite!

The Market also showcases a variety of cooking classes featuring instructors ranging from our own vendors and local chefs to nationally known cookbook authors. The Palm Garden and Kitchen areas are also available for corporate team building events, company functions, and private parties.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is parking available?

A: Yes, parking is available near the Milwaukee Public Market, click here to learn more.

Q: Does the Market offer free WiFi?

A: Yes! Guests of the Market can use WiFi network 'MPM Guest'.

Q: Are animals allowed inside the Market?

A: As is the law, only service animals adhering to ADA guidelines are allowed.

Q: Where is the Milwaukee Public Market located?

A: 400 N. Water Street, Milwaukee WI

Q: Are minors allowed?

A: Milwaukee Public Market is a place for all ages to gather. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a supervising adult at all times.

Hours of Operation

Monday - Saturday:  10:00am - 8:00pm
Sunday:  10:00am - 6:00pm
Open Early
Anodyne Coffee:  7:00am
Late Start
St. Paul Fish Company:  11:00am
Thai-namite:  11:00am

Market ON A MISSION

Market Purpose

The Milwaukee Public Market is dedicated to fostering a sense of community and supporting local businesses & organizations through initiatives that enhance the social cultural, and economic fabric of our city.

The LEgacy of MAdame Kuony

Madame Kuony's Test Kitchen

Located on the Market's second level, this state-of-the-art demonstration kitchen was dedicated in loving memory of Madame Liane Kuony by her devoted culinary students.

A pioneer of organic cooking, Madame Kuony's life long mission was educating her students and the world of the benefits of using only organic and genetically unmodified ingredients.

Madame Kuony was the proprietor of Postilion Restaurant - School of Culinary Arts & Studio of Interior Design. She was renowned for her unwavering high standards, sense of style and her ever present hat. She possessed heartfelt appreciation for family, friends, students, artisans, nature and animals. Madame Kuony will be remembered best for her energetic spirit and passion for life.

Cooking Classes

Madame Kuony's Kitchen plays host to an ongoing selection of diverse cooking classes. The classes are taught by many of the Market vendors and the area’s top Chefs and instructors. Everyone is welcome to participate! From beginner to seasoned veteran, the class offerings are sure to appeal to students of all levels! All classes are demonstration format, unless otherwise specified, and include printed recipes and tastings of each dish.

View Upcoming Cooking Classes

Management

The Milwaukee Public Market is operated by the Business Improvement District (BID) #2, a quasi-governmental entity tasked with maintaining and promoting the Historic Third Ward neighborhood

Market Staff

Alison Enders
Events & Hospitality Manager
Ben Plaisted
Facilities Coordinator
Blake Scheer
Accounting Coordinator
Bryan Babler
Building Manager
Casey Murphy
Maintenance Coordinator
Danielle O'Connell
Event Coordinator
David Ware
Facility Manager
Jan Barnard
Events & Admin Coordinator
Mario Clipper
Maintenance Coordinator
Paige Hammond
Marketing & Communications Manager
Paul Schwartz
Executive Director (Public Market & BID No.2)
Ryan Litshiem
Digital Systems Manager
Vicki Asimakopoulos
Operations Manager

BID #2 Board of Directors

Ann Pieper Eisenbrown
Pieper Properties, LLC
Greg Uhen, Vice Chair
Eppstein Uhen Architects
Kendall Breunig, Treasurer
Sunset Investors
Marianne Burish
Transwestern
Michael DeMichele
DeMichele Co.
Michael Gardner, Immediate Past President
Historic Third Ward Association
Robert Joseph
Joseph Property Development
Ron San Felippo, Chair
3 Bridges Development
Steve Mech
CSA Commercial
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