West Vliet Street

West Vliet Street Vliet Street is a vibrant, unexpected destination for one of a kind business, community events, creat

Welcome to West Vliet Street, located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. West Vliet Street runs east/west on Milwaukee’s Westside from 43rd Street in the Martin Drive Neighborhood through Washington Heights to 62nd Street in Wauwatosa. This thriving business corridor is home to over 75 unique businesses and organizations. Today, West Vliet Street is known for its thriving art scene, unique dining venues, an

d a variety of distinctive services and retail shops. West Vliet Street offers something for everyone at every time of the year. The one and a half mile commercial corridor boasts restaurants featuring cuisines using local and seasonal ingredients, art galleries, Milwaukee’s only children’s bookstore, floral shops, a green market during the summer months, special shopping events throughout the year, and much more. In the summer months, Wick Field, a city owned recreational area located at 4929 W. Vliet, is a hub of activity featuring softball and kickball leagues, high quality tennis courts, and a friendly playground for the young and young at heart. Local American artist Jill Sebastian’s public art sculpture is a centerpiece on West Vliet Street, located at the Wick Field Commons, literally the midway point on West Vliet Street. The pedestrian-friendly streetscape is flanked by Milwaukee Harp Lights, as well as bicycle lanes that are in use during the snow free months of the year. Benches, mini gardens, benches and bicycle racks can be found up and down the street. A friendly Little Free Library is located at the northwest corner of 57th and Vliet Street, the only one located in the business corridor. We invite you to take the time to explore all the West Vliet Street has to offer. You will discover there is something here for every age, style and taste.

Oil paintings by Annette Warfel and 3 Drops Pottery will be available at SPRUCED57 this Saturday from 10-4 during Artwa...
04/23/2026

Oil paintings by Annette Warfel and 3 Drops Pottery will be available at SPRUCED57 this Saturday from 10-4 during Artwalk

Delights and Designs will be celebrating their Grand Opening this Saturday, April 25 during Artwalk. Featuring the work ...
04/23/2026

Delights and Designs will be celebrating their Grand Opening this Saturday, April 25 during Artwalk. Featuring the work of several local artists, and the bakery delights of Cassie's Cakes, be sure to stop in and say hi to this new addition to West Vliet Street.

Be sure to visit Swoon during Artwalk this Saturday. Pottery Cat will be demonstrating how they create their whimsical ...
04/22/2026

Be sure to visit Swoon during Artwalk this Saturday. Pottery Cat will be demonstrating how they create their whimsical Fat Cats from 10-Noon.

West Vliet Street’s Art Walk returns…a celebration of local artists and small businesses up and down the block.Charles E...
04/19/2026

West Vliet Street’s Art Walk returns…a celebration of local artists and small businesses up and down the block.

Charles E. Fromagewill be opening early with special hours from 10AM–10PM.

Featuring local art and a rotating selection of art-inspired cocktails throughout the day.

Visit one of the newest additions to the street, Galerie Bibliotheque during Artwalk for some beautiful handmade potter...
04/16/2026

Visit one of the newest additions to the street, Galerie Bibliotheque during Artwalk for some beautiful handmade pottery.

LUCE Lighting + Luxuries will be hosting the wonderful, whimsical mixed media work of Amy Beattie. Amy's art is fun and ...
04/15/2026

LUCE Lighting + Luxuries will be hosting the wonderful, whimsical mixed media work of Amy Beattie. Amy's art is fun and whimsical.

Stop by Rainbow Booksellers for Children during Artwalk for Pigeon Fest!Saturday, April 25Noon - 4:00 p.m. Join us for c...
04/15/2026

Stop by Rainbow Booksellers for Children during Artwalk for Pigeon Fest!

Saturday, April 25
Noon - 4:00 p.m.

Join us for coloring, a creative writing activity, pigeon origami, and treats for good little pigeon

A great classic Wisconsin fish fry at Saint Sebastian Fish Fry in Washington Heights Neighborhood! And awesome to see We...
04/04/2026

A great classic Wisconsin fish fry at Saint Sebastian Fish Fry in Washington Heights Neighborhood! And awesome to see West Vliet Street area neighbor Cassandra McShepard looking stylish as always!

Get into LUCE Lighting + Luxuries by 2pm today to pick up your last minute Easter gifts and decor! Faux chocolate bunnie...
04/04/2026

Get into LUCE Lighting + Luxuries by 2pm today to pick up your last minute Easter gifts and decor! Faux chocolate bunnies are the perfect calorie-free treat! 🤣

Valentine's Day is approaching. Call to place an advanced order! Shop local!
02/10/2026

Valentine's Day is approaching. Call to place an advanced order! Shop local!

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Vliet Street
Milwaukee, WI
53208

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