BEST PLACE AT THE HISTORIC PABST BREWERY

WEDDINGS & EVENTS

BEST PLACE AT THE HISTORIC PABST BREWERY 901 W. Juneau Avenue , WI 53233 414-614-0172 www.bestplacemilwaukee.com

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HISTORY WAS MADE HERE. THE FUTURE WILL COME ALIVE HERE.

Best Place at the Historic Pabst Brewery, located at the heart of the former Pabst brewery, really does live up to its name. This historic gem, in the middle of down- town Milwaukee, celebrates the history of Pabst with architecture that will make the building’s German heritage proud to say “Prost.”

The Pabst Company was the first of the great Milwaukee brewers. Qual- ity, pride, tradition, and hops were the ingredients in the legacy left by German immigrant Sr., who established the brewery in 1844. Under the guid- ance of his son, Phillip Best, and Phillip’s son-in-law, Captain , this small local producer became America’s largest brewer from the late 1800s until the mid-1940s.

With the closing of the brewery in 1996 came a new opportunity. After many years of blood, sweat, and , the “best use” of these buildings has fermented into Best Place at the Historic Pabst Brewery. It takes its name from the founders, Jacob Best and Phillip Best, and its spirit from the Captain, Frederick Pabst.

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reat care has been taken to ensure that Blue Ribbon Hall, the murals, Best Place is a one-of-a-kind venue. Not only are we build- GGreat Hall, Captain’s Corner, Captain’s Courtyard, Guest Cen- ing on a tradition, but we can assure you and your guests a “Blue- ter/Tap Room, King’s Courtyard, and the Gift Shop have all been Ribbon” event. restored to their original glory. Since the first phone call was placed inquiring about buying the property, the brewery is once again full Recipient of numerous “best of ” awards and one of Milwaukee’s of life and laughter as Best Place at the Historic Pabst Brewery and most desirable and iconic event spaces, Best Place is the ideal venue. is ready to welcome you. Our halls are available for your special event, including banquets, weddings and receptions, fundraisers, conferences, corporate func- Best Place provides a warm, inviting atmosphere for any Milwau- tions, product launches, holiday parties, and speaking engagements. kee wedding, reception, or corporate event. The charming wood There are many wonderful places to hold an event in Milwaukee, but and stone interior portray a casual but refined vibe. With notable only one can be recognized as the Best Place! high ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, stained glass, and historic

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THE GREAT HALL & SPEAKEASY dark-raftered ceilings, colorful fresco murals, ornate architecture, One of the most sought-after venues in the Milwaukee area is The and period furniture and artifacts. It also includes a balcony from Great Hall. Built in 1880, it was the corporate headquarters of the which visiting minstrels once sang the news they gathered from Pabst Brewing Co. and includes the former office of Captain Fred- their travels. erick Pabst. Renovated in 2014, “Great” is an understatement, as the Square footage: 2,000 square feet original stained-glass windows allow natural light to flood the room. Total capacity: 150–175 You can see the wonderful Milwaukeean history in the wood floor- CAPTAIN’S CORNER ing repurposed from the old brew house, ornate woodwork, and Built in 1934, the Captain’s Corner, originally called the Reception cream city brick exterior. Also featured is a back bar from Cristanel- Room, was a welcoming area for guests of the brewery. It also li’s Saloon in Norway, . Rumor has it that Henry Ford and served as the Best Place gift shop for many years. Today, the Cap- Thomas Edison were frequent visitors to the bar. Below the Great tain’s Corner features German architecture, murals and stained-glass Hall, in what was formerly the infirmary, is the Speakeasy, remodeled windows in a quaint and cozy smaller venue space. to resemble a Pre-Prohibition-era taproom. Square footage: 800 square feet Square footage: 4,800 square feet Total capacity: 40 Total capacity: 250–300 CAPTAIN’S COURTYARD BLUE RIBBON HALL The statue of Captain Frederick Pabst (1907), created by famous With your first step into Blue Ribbon Hall, you will instantly be Italian artist and sculptor Gaetano Trentanove, welcomes you into transported back to a time when things were a little tougher and, yet, his courtyard, which is framed by the Guest Center/Tap Room, life was simpler. Experience a piece of American history and enjoy Captain’s Corner, and Blue Ribbon Hall. Enjoy the company of your yourself surrounded by Old-World charm and hospitality. Blue Rib- friends on a warm summer evening while tasting the coolness of a bon Hall is located in what was once a Milwaukee Public School built freshly poured . This open-air courtyard is available for wedding in 1858. Remodeled in 1944 for the 100th anniversary of Pabst, the ceremonies, corporate functions, and parties of all types. venue is one of the finest reproductions of a seventeenth century Square footage: 1,350 square feet German beer hall in America. Complete with stained glass windows, Total capacity: 100

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