Join the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources FREE Fishing Clinics in partnership with the Milwaukee Harbor District. In 2023, the Harbor District coordinated seven fishing clinics that were held Sunday evenings from 4p.m. – 7p.m. A great opportunity to teach kids how to fish!
Stay tuned for Summer 2024 dates coming soon!
Indigenous Elegance: A Celebration of Culture and Identity, Fashion Show featuring Indigenous fashion designer Sabrina Lombardo, founder of Native Nation Designs. This is a free, family-friendly event open to the public taking place June 14 at the Harbor View Plaza (600 E Greenfield Ave) from 5 to 8 p.m.
The event will be open to the public starting at 5 p.m., and the fashion show will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. Seating will be first come, first serve, so be there early to snag a spot. After all seats are filled there will be standing room only. This is an outdoor venue, so please remember sunscreen and / or umbrellas for sun protection!
This showcase will feature one of a kind Native Nation Designs garments and accessories that aim to uplift and highlight Indigenous culture and voices in Milwaukee. The fashion show, however, isn’t the only thing to look forward to!You will be able to purchase goods from Indigenous vendors and food from local vendors while enjoying music from cumbia DJ artists Ambulante Y Clandestino!
We look forward to honoring and celebrating the diverse Indigenous cultures in our city with the Harbor District Milwaukee’s first ever fashion show! Joy Engine is proud to sponsor this event through our 2024 Community Challenge Grant!
Vendors:
Yenepa Herbals
Song of the Sun Ceramics
Moth Spit Arts
Little Earth Creations
Felonee Marie Artistry
Sweetgrass, Land, Beadwork by Sarah Barron
Jewelry/Quilt work by Katie Latisha
Ina Maka
and much more!
Will we see you there?
In 2024, the Harbor District BID 51 awarded $9K to local organizations, artists and community members to host a free family-friendly event at the Harbor View Plaza (600 East Greenfield Avenue). These community-focused events bring people to place, creating a safe environment for all who join.
Bembe Drum and Dance: Bombazo en la Plaza
Karaya Arte: Painting Workshop
YMRJ at Hip Hop Chess Club
Square Plaza Market at the Harbor/Salsabrositas MKE: Latin Dance Marathon
Milwaukee Public Museum/Ometochtli Mexican Folk Dance
Chelotzin Plant Workshop
Plants and Poetry
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates on the 2025 Summer en la Plaza season!
Questions?/¿Preguntas?
Email Nora Godoy- González, Harbor District Placemaking Director at nora@harbordistrict.org.
Mándale un correo electrónico a la Directora de Relaciones Comunitarias, Nora Godoy- González, a nora@harbordistrict.org.
Mark your calendars for Harbor Fest 2025 on Sunday, September 28th!
Join us at Harbor Fest, a day where more than 4,500 people celebrate Milwaukee’s Inner Harbor and all the things that make it great.
Sturgeon parade
Sturgeon Blessing by Richard Gonzalez
Sturgeon Release
More information can be found HERE
Explore the UW-Milwaukee School of Freshwater Sciences building, open for Doors Open Milwaukee, while scientists share examples of their work including a look at the research vessel – Neeskay, fish ecology, nutrition and aquaculture; beach health; water chemistry; invasive species; weather; and climate science.
Pounce the UWM Mascot will be available for pictures and high fives.
2024 HARBOR FEST SPONSORS
Real Estate Solutions
Wisconsin Coastal Management Program
The Ecological Breakwater project, originating from the Waterfront Innovations Design Charette convened by Milwaukee Harbor District and the City of Milwaukee in 2015, provides a significant opportunity to enhance the structure that protects Port Milwaukee and other infrastructure in Milwaukee Harbor, while also advancing ecological breakwater innovation. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Chicago District is responsible for maintaining breakwater systems around the Great Lakes region. The Ecological Breakwater project will help USACE Chicago District explore the possibilities for integrating protection of coastal assets with ecological improvements.
