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Now, much of its land sits abandoned or in disrepair, its waterways are polluted – and its potential is immense.

The Harbor District has been at the center of our region’s prosperity for hundreds of years – first as a rice marsh with plentiful fish and game, then as an economic hub that served industries throughout the state. The Harbor District Initiative brings together local, state, and federal government efforts, private sector interests, and community enthusiasm to achieve a world-class revitalization o

f this area for the benefit of the City and the Region. Our goal is to reinforce existing businesses and neighborhoods and set a new standard for how waterfronts “work” environmentally, economically, and socially. Over the next 18-24 months, the Harbor District Initiative will conduct a planning process to engage a broad array of stakeholders in crafting a vision for the area, and begin to build momentum and marshal resources to implement the vision.

09/03/2026

We’re gearing up for ✨Harbor Fest✨, and we need your help! Register here: https://forms.gle/jW1Y4mRtExne6aGm8 by September 21st to volunteer at Harbor Fest on September 27th. We look forward to seeing you!

08/31/2026

Come explore your neighborhood waterway with fellow community members! Walk with us and learn about new green infrastructure next Wednesday, September 9th from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM. Register here: https://bit.ly/4wWVyo0

08/27/2026

From fingerlings to a year’s growth old! These baby sturgeon will be hand released at STURGEON FEST on September 27th during Harbor Fest! Join in on learning about conservation and celebrating the 20th year of the Return the Sturgeon Project brought to you by Riveredge Nature Center and Wisconsin DNR

Join the waitlist to see when the next wave of baby sturgeon are available to to sponsor here: https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/program/sturgeon-fest/

08/24/2026

Bigshot Robot designed a tshirt for our 10th Anniversary celebration of Harbor Fest! Give a $25 donation and get your limited edition shirt! Printed on Comfort Colors shirt by Orchard Street Press! Deadline is August 31st!

But wait there is more! For an extra $5 donation you will be entered in to win Bigshot Robot’s live painting from Harbor Fest! Preorder your shirt here: https://harbordistrict.org/harbor-fest/

08/14/2026

Another Kayak tour is coming your way! Next Tuesday, August 18th, we’re touring the inner harbor from a different perspective, in English and Spanish. Spots are limited, so register today here: https://forms.gle/datpF2NXZEddWX8x9

08/12/2026

Our limited edition, 10th anniversary Harbor Fest shirt is here!Designed by bigshot robot , inspired by our first ever theme: What lies beneath! Pre order your shirt today at the 🔗in bio, reservations end August 31st.

08/03/2026

We had a blast on our kayak tour last week! Thank you to Milwaukee Kayak Company for partnering with us, and that you to everyone who came out to see the inner harbor from a different perspective 🌊

07/28/2026

Stories by the river was a success! Thank you to cacmke for partnering with us to make this happen, thank you to the storytellers, educators, and artists for sharing their gifts, and most of all thank you to the community for enjoying the harbor with us. Take care, and stay tuned for our next event 🌊🛶

07/21/2026

Get ready to get in the water! Next Thursday, July 30th from 5 to 8 pm, we’re having our first kayak tour of the summer. The tour is free, and spots fill up fast, so reserve yours today at the 🔗 in bio 🚣🌊

07/20/2026

“Historias Junto Al Río” es nuestra nueva serie de cuentos gratuitos en el Harbor District. Acompáñenos el viernes 24 de julio, de 5:00 p. m. a 8:00 p. m., para celebrar las historias y culturas que nos conectan con el agua. ¡Será una noche de cuentos para toda la familia, con aperitivos y paletas! ¡Esperamos verle allí!

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“Stories by the River” is our new series of free stories in the Harbor District. Join us on Friday, July 24th from 5-8 PM to celebrate the stories and cultures that connect us to the water. It will be a story night for the whole family, complete with snacks and paletas! Hope to see you there!

Address

600 E Greenfield Avenue
Milwaukee, WI
53204

Telephone

+14146431266

Website

https://harbordistrict.org/harborlights/

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