The Prospect Mansion & Gallery -great for weddings
The Prospect Mansion and Gallery is centrally located in the heart of Milwaukee's arts and entertainment district. Just steps away Milwaukee's lakefront, restaurants, bars and shops. With 6 Bedrooms and 3.5 Baths, the home comfortably accommodates groups of all sizes, including small weddings. The main floor is set to entertain with a grand foyer that spills into a living room, study, and large dining room. You can also buy a painting from local artist Anton Carter right off the walls!
Truly a beautifully preserved piece of Milwaukee's history!
Just a short walk to Milwaukee's lakefront. Allowing easy access to the cities parks, Summerfest grounds and lakefront activities.
In addition to what was described above - the main floor also includes a newly updated, fully stocked kitchen with 2 butlers pantries. One half bath and one bedroom complete the first floor.
The second floor has 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.
Please note that though you will have your own dedicated unit, this is a duplex. This listing is for floors 1 & 2. We also have another unit that is accessed via an external stairway on floors 3 & 4. Parking behind the home will be shared with this unit as well.
We will provide a door code the morning of check-in.
History of the home: The Willard Merrill House was built in 1889. The residence is on the National Register of Historic Places. The building has a unique history, and was used for a variety of purposes in the past. Mr. Merrill, who ordered the construction of the home, was a Wisconsin legislator and Vice President at Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance company. He moved to Milwaukee from Rome and paid $7,000 for the construction. Later, it housed The Association of Catholic Women and was used as their clubhouse and offices. The home was most recently owned by Leon Travanti, a retired UWM art professor, who is well-known locally for his Circus Parade posters.
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There are external camera(s) at the property entry. There are noise monitoring devices located centrally in the home and the exterior of the property.
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Property # 3723656vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Milwaukee
Located in Downtown Milwaukee, a neighbourhood in Milwaukee, this holiday home is near theme parks. Henry W. Maier Festival Park and Harley-Davidson Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Wisconsin State Fair Park and Milwaukee County Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Fiserv Forum or American Family Field. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating, sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Henry W. Maier Festival Park - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop - 5 min drive
Milwaukee Intermodal Station - 9 min drive
Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
County Clare Irish Inn & Pub - 6 min walk
Nomad World Pub - 8 min walk
WurstBar MKE - 8 min walk
The Knick - 6 min walk
Peter Sciortino Bakery - 10 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is The Prospect Mansion & Gallery -great for weddings pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at The Prospect Mansion & Gallery -great for weddings?
As of 21 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Prospect Mansion & Gallery -great for weddings on 5 July 2026 start from NZ$1,381, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at The Prospect Mansion & Gallery -great for weddings?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Prospect Mansion & Gallery -great for weddings?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Prospect Mansion & Gallery -great for weddings?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Prospect Mansion & Gallery -great for weddings located?
Located in Downtown Milwaukee, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Brady Street, Lake Michigan and Henry W. Maier Festival Park. Charles Allis Art Museum and Riverwalk Plaza are also within 15 minutes. Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop is 20 minutes by foot and Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop is 23 minutes.
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Everything about this vrbo is fantastic! There is lots of space, beds are comfortable, and it’s in a great location, just a short distance to Milwaukee activities. The house is on the national historic registry and it’s easy to see why; the rooms are extremely well preserved and have incredible woodwork. That being said modern amenities are included through the home making it a perfect mix of old and new. Our whole family felt like royalty during our stay. Hosts were very responsive and clearly wanted to make our stay comfortable. We will definitely stay again!