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Milwaukees Black Cat Alley
E Ivanhoe Pl, Milwaukee, WI 53202, United States
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Th
Review №1

Many pieces of cool art located in one small alley. Not hard to find. Cool stop to visit if your nearby!

An
Review №2

Awesome! Right on the north side of downtown Milwaukee right next to the cat café

Cy
Review №3

The actual black cat alley mural was AWESOME and while it wasnt a bad experience it definitely wasnt all I had heard it was and expected. I was disappointed. I expected an alley full of murals like the black cat one.

Co
Review №4

I love this place!! I wish it was longer, but for what it is this place is a nice place to check out for free while you in Milwaukee.

Re
Review №5

So much talent in one short block, thank you!! A real hidden gem!! Great backdrop for fun pictures, check it out!!

Ma
Review №6

Pretty cool.artwork on the buildings in the alley. There are also lots of shops and stores to hit nearby. Very walkable area and you can even head north of here and get to a park on the water.

P
Review №7

Cool little diversion. Come and enjoy some street art!

Is
Review №8

Such a sick place with great artwork that is always changing!

Ro
Review №9

Interesting, not as good as I hoped for.. but it has been a few years, out doors for a lot of the work..

Na
Review №10

Unique experience! A mural installation in an alley you otherwise wouldnt even realize was there!

Zo
Review №11

Very artsy and makes good pictures!

To
Review №12

A great place to see some amazing art!

Wi
Review №13

Nice little alley where artists have painted murals. Interesting little place to stop. Park on the street. Great micro brewery around the corner.

Ja
Review №14

Weekend trip from Chicago, this pace is great. My partner loves cats so it was a lovely experience for him. The place has a full cafe with food drinks and comfy seating. Great for IG posts and hanging out with friends.

Kb
Review №15

Absolutely stunning Art Alley. Milwaukee has so much more then I realize living here for the past year. Im glad I got a chance to experience this awsome place. Will definitely visit again with Warmer temperatures.

Ad
Review №16

Friendly staff and cats. Great viewing windows in cat lounge. A must see place in Milwaukee.

Ch
Review №17

Very visually appealing spot

Sa
Review №18

Nachos birthday is today! We didnt even know it but we can in and had such an amazing time

Se
Review №19

Beautiful artwork. People there are always respectful of time and space.

Li
Review №20

Cool little one block walkway on the Eastside with grafitti inspired art

Ji
Review №21

This was a great place for senior pictures!

Da
Review №22

A beautiful (and hidden) gem.

Na
Review №23

Its a beautiful place. The arts are a wonder to observe. Theres light so even during night, the art can still shine. I dont know how safe it is during the night time, however. Go and see the murals!

Jo
Review №24

Cool alleyway full of graffiti murals of all sizes. It seems like most were done during some kind of art event in 2016. I really like the place and it is worth seeing but it would have gotten five stars if there were more murals. There is plenty of room for more so maybe they should have another event!

As
Review №25

Such a cool spot, worth checking out!

He
Review №26

I guess I was expecting more, literally was done in like 5 minutes. Artwork is phenomenal, but there wasn’t a whole lot of it. It is one of the places that I can say been there done that.

Ju
Review №27

Very cool

Lo
Review №28

A sometimes dark, dank alley transformed into a beautiful canvas of color. Now you cant get yelled at for cutting through. Lol. Love the works from the multiple artist that have made contributions. Makes Milwaukees Eastside a must visit.

Th
Review №29

This place is awesome. Great outdoor artwork.

Li
Review №30

A bit like a secret garden. A magical place in the middle of the city. Best to go with a friend so you can enjoy the art together.

Ka
Review №31

Hidden gem in Milwaukee. Cool art murals all through the alley.

Ma
Review №32

Really cool art! I would have never thought of it if my friend hadnt of recommend it

Fe
Review №33

Cool place to see and take photos.

To
Review №34

Black Cat Alley is fantasic. If you enjoy urban graffiti type art then Back Cat Alley will be a sure for hit for you. I have gone back several times.

Ka
Review №35

Great place for a summer walk!

Me
Review №36

It may only take about 10 minutes to walk through. But if you are in the neighborhood going to one of the great restaurants, you have to take a look. A real gem in the heart of the city.

Go
Review №37

Such, A cool art. I loved it I should visit.

De
Review №38

Its lovely to see this trash alley all decked up in graffiti. I would recommend getting a cup of coffee from the colectivo or sipp n purr right next and take a walk through it.

Ja
Review №39

Great artwork

Ma
Review №40

Very cool outdoor art installation from a variety of Milwaukee artists. A fun place to take photos.

Te
Review №41

Good mix of murals. Definitely worth a stop.

An
Review №42

Art work was cool, but just alley. Dirty garbage everywhere.

Al
Review №43

Great artistic outlet, but you need to already know where it is.

Sa
Review №44

Sooooo much fun, not to pricey and way safer than you would think. They are quick to teach but very helpful. Made it fun and fast to have a few drinks and throw axes. Got 5games in 1.5hrs

Ch
Review №45

It was quite fun to accidentally stumble across the murals. A beautiful public showcase of local talent.

De
Review №46

Its an alley with murals. You walk through once and youre good. Idk what the hype is about. If They do events here its be cool. Also totally not for mobility impaired people the way through involves a steep stair and rickety railing.

Mo
Review №47

An alley full of really cool street art...a nice treat hidden between the buildings. Dont forget to look up the walls!

Ai
Review №48

Pretty dope

Ka
Review №49

Fun public art by many artists to see in the alley near the Oriental Theater. There is really a big black cat, and numerous other pieces on both sides of the alley walls, going up a number of stories high. Keep your eyes open for other large murals in the area, too.

Ju
Review №50

Lots of amazing work by local artist.

Bl
Review №51

Lil Busy Bs were here!

He
Review №52

Amazing artwork and talent

Mc
Review №53

A gorgeous hidden treasure.

To
Review №54

Beautiful artwork! A nice place to take pictures. We met the organizer who was welcoming and gave us some interesting information about the place.

Ti
Review №55

Great cringy Instagram spot

Ev
Review №56

Very cool little outdoor art installation, worth a stroll if youre in the area.

Hr
Review №57

Lots of interesting graffiti!

Je
Review №58

The directions on here were off. You couldnt enter from the address I was directed to. Make sure to look at the map and a detailed description of the stores you enter between before you go. Lots of one way streets in the area. I didnt feel really safe wandering the area alone.

ne
Review №59

Surprisingly nice spot.

Bi
Review №60

Very unusual. Liked quite a few of the murals.

Jo
Review №61

Great place to see street art

Jo
Review №62

Very cool artsy addition to the East Side. So much better than the drunks and skinheads that used to hang out there back in the old days!

Eo
Review №63

Really cool spot and neighbourhood in Milwaukee.

Al
Review №64

Beautiful artwork on the walls and ground. Pretty much a mini NY 5 Points.

sh
Review №65

Vibrant and cozy place in the city

Br
Review №66

Cool place, great for photography

Lo
Review №67

Really cool, eclectic display of artwork in the alley behind the Oriental Theater. Touches of landscaping create a courtyard feel.

Ke
Review №68

AWESOME new addition to Milwaukees streetscape and art community. Dont get me wrong, I love alleys. But when you clean them up and curate them into an artists playground, they can be so much more than emergency exit paths filled with trash bins.

Pa
Review №69

Great start, need even more murals

Be
Review №70

A great place to see art done by street artists and professional artists alike. Lots of variety and color.

Je
Review №71

This place is absolutely gorgeous! #photography #modernart #inspiration #art

Ma
Review №72

Such a cool, unique place! Love the street art!

To
Review №73

A little hard to find but really artsy!!

Di
Review №74

One alley, it doesnt stink. Great art on the walls. Also found these fishes at multiple locations around walking distance, pretty cool.

An
Review №75

A small place, but with many interesting graffiti murals and you can take a couple of interesting photos in this alley if you like urban art.

ME
Review №76

Beautiful

Ni
Review №77

Fascinating artwork by local artists. The walls are the canvases. Colorful and fun

Lo
Review №78

Art work can either be hella interesting or hella superb lol great Milwaukee spot tho

Je
Review №79

Really cool alley to stroll down and see some cool art. Wouldnt normally recommend and alley as a destination but youd be foolish to pass this up.

Ro
Review №80

Cute And Interesting but be warned tourists will hate it

Ke
Review №81

As MKE slowly becomes a grown up city, there are places you will want to think back on and say you were there when it started. This is one of them.

Sh
Review №82

Really cool murals, worth the time to take a stroll. Stop at the cat Cafe next door for coffee and kitties.

Ch
Review №83

Awesome art in this alley. Not as smelly as youd think. Also, great spot to take profile photos.

Ar
Review №84

The photos people take may the area seem lager than it actually is. However, the view and experience is spectacular and wondrous. I strongly recommended this location for anyone searching for something new.

Ja
Review №85

Beautiful art work

Ka
Review №86

Loved the colors and different works of art!

Da
Review №87

Some interesting work. Its not a huge alley, check it out. Its not that far out of your way, get some culture for once, Jesus.

Br
Review №88

So cool. Love that we have this in our city !

Ja
Review №89

Pretty well lit alley, didnt feel like I was going to get mugged. Awesome art

Ad
Review №90

Awesome spot for some urban artwork. Definitely worth grabbing a coffee and checking out the murals.

kr
Review №91

Great local art!

Jo
Review №92

Its a hidden art gem in Milwaukee. Worth checking out if youre a fan of murals.

Su
Review №93

Great experienceGreat artWonderful concept

Ch
Review №94

Cool art but it is still an ally. Took pics here before event.

P
Review №95

Just really cool little spot in town

Ev
Review №96

Parking is not allowed in the alley but its a great place to stop and appreciate the local artist.

Ke
Review №97

Its cool. But smells like an alley.

Zo
Review №98

Seeing these makes me want to create!

Ke
Review №99

Great Walk.

Mi
Review №100

Always fun to see it as we drive by. Will drive by again.

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  • Address:E Ivanhoe Pl, Milwaukee, WI 53202, United States
  • Site:https://blackcatmke.com/
  • Phone:+1 414-477-7282
Categories
  • Art gallery
  • Tourist attraction
Working hours
  • Monday:Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday:Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday:Open 24 hours
  • Thursday:Open 24 hours
  • Friday:Open 24 hours
  • Saturday:Open 24 hours
  • Sunday:Open 24 hours
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:No
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:No
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
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