Christmas at the Pabst Mansion
Pabst Mansion 2000 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53233
Christmas at the Pabst Mansion
Date:
November 16, 2018 – January 6, 2019
Time:
Regular tour hours are Mon.-Sat. from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. and Sunday noon-4:00 p.m.
Description:
The nationally recognized Christmas display Christmas at the Pabst Mansion returns featuring nearly two dozen festively decorated spaces on three floors from the Parlor and Dining Room to the third
floor guest bedrooms and everything in between. Visiting the Pabst Mansion at Christmastime has become a beloved holiday tradition for residents all throughout the metro-Milwaukee area and
beyond. Sponsored by BMO Harris Bank; Media Sponsor WISN 12.
Highlights this year include:
The exterior has been updated to feature brighter LED lights, new ribbons and decor featuring earth tone colors to harmonize with the Mansion. New large-scale topiaries have been added underneath the loggia flanking the main doorway. Courtesy of David J. Frank Landscaping, Interiorscape Department.
The interior décor is a wide array of styles from traditional, elegant to zany.
The well-known Reception Hall chandelier has been included in the Christmas display prominently this season. Large red balls hanging from the fixture join the festive red light-wrapped antlers. Design by June Stolp Garland.
The small Conservatory has big impact featuring red and white candy cane colors, by Nancy Kruschke.
The 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage is highlighted among the Christmas décor in the Servants’ Dining Room. Photo and text reproductions from periodicals of the time are spread throughout the room. Décor and information provided by National Society Daughters of the American Revolution-Milwaukee Chapter.
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The 3rd floor guest bedroom used by the two Pabst sons will feature typical 19th-century Christmas décor providing stark contrast to the rest of the décor in the Mansion.
Returning favorites include Evergreen Acres Farm beeswax candles and ornaments in the Butler’s Pantry (this is their 25th anniversary participating in Christmas at the Pabst Mansion); vintage teddy bears and dolls courtesy of Jill and Jerry Hanson and Joan Kaar play a prominent role in the decoration of the Pabst granddaughter’s bedroom.
Cost: Tickets: $12.50 for adults; Students, Seniors and Military are $11.50; children 12 and under are free. Tickets can be purchased online (recommended) or at the door.
Location: Pabst Mansion; 2000 W. Wisconsin Avenue; Milwaukee, WI 53233
Website: www.pabstmansion.com
Phone: 414-931-0808
Event: Christmas Twilight Tours at the Pabst Mansion
Date: Friday, December 7 and Friday, December 21, 2018
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Description: The Pabst Mansion is celebrating the holiday season again with their popular Christmas Twilight Tours. The evening open houses invite guests to enjoy the beauty and splendor of the Pabst Mansion by the glow of the original light fixtures and illuminated Christmas trees. The Twilight Tours are also the only opportunity to see the Mansion at nighttime! Self-guided tours take guests through each room filled with holiday cheer.
Light refreshments are provided as well as a live performance by popular zitherist and husband/wife duo, Kurt von Eckroth, and vocalist, Megan von Eckroth. thezither.com
Guests at the Twilight Tours are also invited to visit the Pabst Mansion Gift Shop that features an array of gifts, souvenirs, apparel and accessories that make unique holiday gifts and stocking stuffers.
Cost: Tickets: $15 for Adults; $8 Children (6-17); under 6 are free. Advance tickets are recommended and can be purchased at: www.pabstmansion.com/shop/special-events/twilight-tour
Photos: Pabst Mansion 2018 holiday décor photos and captions can be accessed here:
www.dropbox.com/sh/upraiegjxg2br3r/AAA1ugQ4WEBvF8jflx4a-GbEa?dl=0
Several highlights this year include:
The interior décor is a wide array of styles from traditional, elegant to zany.
The well-known Reception Hall chandelier has been included in the Christmas display prominently this season. Large red balls hanging from the fixture join the festive red light-wrapped antlers. Design by June Stolp Garland.
The small Conservatory has big impact featuring red and white candy cane colors, by Nancy Kruschke.
The 3rd floor guest bedroom used by the two Pabst sons features typical 19th-century Christmas décor providing stark contrast to the rest of the décor in the Mansion.
Returning favorites include Evergreen Acres Farm beeswax candles and ornaments in the Butler’s Pantry (this is their 25th anniversary participating in Christmas at the Pabst Mansion); vintage teddy bears and dolls courtesy of Jill and Jerry Hanson and Joan Kaar play a prominent role in the decoration of the Pabst granddaughter’s bedroom.
Location: Pabst Mansion; 2000 W. Wisconsin Avenue; Milwaukee, WI 53233
Website: www.pabstmansion.com
Phone: 414-931-0808
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