Hank Aaron Statue
Hank Aaron Statue, originally uploaded by Dennis Jenders. It is Opening Day weekend and I couldn’t be more excited. This is a photo of the Hank Aaron statue outside of Miller Park. Just a few more days! Tonight the Brewers opened up the stadium to very warm weather and an exhibition game against the Tigers.
Riding a HOG
Riding a HOG, originally uploaded by Dennis Jenders. Harley-Davidson, born and bred in Milwaukee.
Riding High II
Riding High II, originally uploaded by Dennis Jenders. Another look at the sculpture at Harley-Davidson Museum.
Riding High
Riding High, originally uploaded by Dennis Jenders. The weather was so promising for most of today. The warm temperature, some sunshine, and even that smell of Spring in the air. Then the fog set in. But after a long week of work I accomplished everything I needed to. I am riding pretty high right now. ...
George Washington
George Washington, originally uploaded by Dennis Jenders. Happy Birthday to the nation’s first President. On February 22, 1732 George Washington was born and he would become one of most influential men in American history. Located on Wisconsin Avenue, in front of the Milwaukee Public Library, you’ll find George Washington staring forward into the rising sun. ...
Broken Angel
Broken Angel, originally uploaded by Dennis Jenders. Continuing my journey through Calvary Cemetery I came across this monument. Near the base of Chapel Hill you will find this statue in solemn prayer. The appearance of just one wing and the slightly downward gaze makes for such a lonely shot. Much like yesterday, I had a ...
Padre Pio
Padre Pio, originally uploaded by Dennis Jenders. At the base of Chapel Hill there is a courtyard where a bronze statue of Padre Pio stands. The story of Padre Pio is an interesting one. Born Francesco Forgione in 1887 he became a Capuchin priest where he was given the name Pio. “Padre Pio was just ...
Bronze Angel
Bronze Angel, originally uploaded by Dennis Jenders. The most beautiful monument I came across at Calvary Cemetery was this angel at the grave site for Patrick Drew and his family. Drew emigrated from Ireland and would eventually become the Milwaukee Commissioner of Public Works from 1893-1896. Upon his death in 1903 this memorial was commissioned ...
Victorious Charge
Victorious Charge, originally uploaded by Dennis Jenders. While exploring the city on Saturday I took the time to capture photos of some of the statues along Milwaukee’s grand avenue – Wisconsin Avenue. Just west of the Milwaukee Public Library and in front of the Calvary Presbyterian Church (great domain name) you’ll find one of Milwaukee’s ...
Guarding the Mitchell Building
Guarding the Mitchell Building, originally uploaded by Dennis Jenders. At the intersection of Water and Michigan Streets you will find two Griffins guarding the entrance to the Mitchell Building. Built in 1876, the Mitchell Building was designed by Edward Townsend Mix for Alexander Mitchell. Mix also designed the neighboring Grain Exchange Building, also known as ...