MILWAUKEE COUNTY

War Memorial Center

RENTAL INFORMATION

Fitch Plaza is located on the second level of the War Memorial Center. As weather allows, this outdoor patio offers a spectacular, unique lakefront location for a variety of events. With extraordinary views of Lake Michigan, downtown Milwaukee, Discovery World, and the Calatrava addition to the Milwaukee Art Museum, Fitch Plaza is a superb location for your next event. Tables and chairs for groups of 300 or fewer and initial set-up by War Memorial Center staff are included in the rental rate. Additional equipment, including tents, can be rented. For groups over 300 call for prices.

DIMENSIONS EN TIRE P L A ZA: 41,000 square feet L E NG T H: 209’ W ID T H : 196’

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Fitch Plaza

Memorial Hall is a beautiful banquet hall located on the third floor of the War Memorial Center with sweeping views of downtown Milwaukee through floor-to-ceiling windows. Memorial Hall is equipped with extensive audio-visual capabilities including Wi-Fi. The room can accommodate up to 260 guests for an elegant dinner/dance or up to 400 in a lecture/theatre style set up. When divided, the north and south sections provide space for smaller groups. Flexible set-up allows the room to be easily transformed to accommodate seminars, trade shows, training sessions, and various corporate and nonprofit events. Rental of Memorial Hall includes tables, chairs, riser stage, sound system, podium, screens, dance floor, and initial set-up by War Memorial Staff.

DIMENSIONS EN TI RE P LA Z A: 5,100 square feet LE N GT H : 119’ 2” W I DT H: 42’ 10”

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Memorial Hall

Two meeting rooms are located on the fourth floor of the War Memorial Center overlooking Lake Michigan. These rooms are equipped to ensure maximum productivity in a comfortable, unique setting. Each room is 612 square feet and equipped with extensive audiovisual capabilities including Wi-Fi.

Room 413 Permanent set-up Seating for 24 people

Room 415 (with kitchenette) Flexible set-up Seating for up to 30 people Room 415 can facilitate various set-ups to accommodate several styles. Seminar style n

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Meeting Rooms

The War Memorial Center is located just east of Downtown Milwaukee on Lake Michigan, at 750 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive. It may be entered on two levels. The Veterans Gallery entrance is located on the second floor at the Mason Street Bridge level. It is convenient for those traveling on foot from downtown and for handicapped parkers attending events at the War Memorial Center. The War Memorial Center is ADA compliant. The building is easily accessible at all levels with additional handicapped parking available on the Mason Street level or in the north parking lot at a per-car fee.

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Convenient Location

All Occasions Catering Contact: Mark Anderson 262-662-4201 www.bubbs.com

Chef Jacks Contact: Candy Curley 262-549-5558 www.chefjacks.com

Whether you’re in the mood for the best Texas Style BBQ,something a little more traditional or looking for a specialty themed event, we have a variety of catering styles to serve your needs. Along with providing a variety of menus, our professional staff will assist you every step of the way.

Chef Jack’s Catering is a full-service caterer that has built its reputation on a belief in the art of hospitality. We combine impeccable service with great food that is impressive without being pretentious to create truly extraordinary events.

Brocach Catering Contact: Cliff McDonald 414-431-9009 www.brocachcatering.com Brocach Catering is owned and operated by the folks who run the award-winning Brocach Irish Pub in Milwaukee and Madison. They are flexible, easy to work with, and offer the highest quality fare at a value.

Carl’s Catering Contact: Darlene 414-421-6550 www.carlscateringinc.com Carl’s Catering is the ideal caterer in the Milwaukee area for any special occasion or celebration. Whether it is a wedding, cocktail party, rehearsal dinner, luncheon, corporate event, boxed lunch or bridal shower, Carl’s Catering is the choice for the host with a discerning taste.

Catering by Jack Norman Contact: Mark Norman 414-614-4561 Catering by Jack Norman features Silver Service, Buffet Stations and Plate Service menus serving from 50 to 1000 guests. Bar service and custom menus available

Creative Cuisine Contact: Mary Niland 414.271.3377 x 228 www.madersrestaurant.com Enjoy the delicious benefits of made-fromscratch entrees and menu items spiced with international flavors. We look forward to working with you to provide catering services for your next breakfast, lunch or dinner.

BAR SERVICES

Bartenders On The Go Conact: Gary Ouzuna www.bartendonthego.com Bartenders On The Go is a professional Bartending Service that specializes in Wedding, Themed Events, Martining & Mojito Bars, Wine Tastings and any other type of social event. Our willingness to please our guests allow us to work with any theme, occasion, or event, where high standards are of the utmost importance. Our licensed bartenders are chosen to meet and exceed the needs and expectations of our clients.

Approved Caterers

Irene’s Contact: 414-645-4469 www.irenescatering.com

Saz’s Contact: Laura Phelps 414-256-8765 www.sazs.com

Creating lasting memories by providing the finest social and corporate events. Choose from menus or describe your desires and let us create your special event.

Whether you’re planning an elegant sitdown reception or a casual buffet, Saz’s Catering delivers a delicious, hassle-free experience. We will work with you to develop a menu that blends the occasion and the budget. You can be assured that every detail is considered and provided for. Experience the finest!

North Star Catering Contact: Kelly Keane 414-839-3751 www.northstarbistro.com Our focus is always on the quality and taste of the food. Made-from-scratch cooking and a personal customizable approach sets us apart from our competition. Our general philosophy is to offer creative, but not complicated food at an affordable price.

BAR SERVICES

Top Shelf Contact: Joan Groh 414-349-4310 www.topshelfservicellc.com Top Shelf Services, LLC provides professional bar service for any occasion. Weddings, corporate functions, fund raisers, outdoor events, tailgate parties, or any special events. From formal to casual, big or small, we’ll provide the outstanding service you and your guest(s) expect.

Shully’s 262-242-6633 www.shullyscuisine.com For more than 30 years, Shully’s has been combining a passion for innovative cuisine and a love for creative events. Our experienced event planners will help you create your special event in good taste…in every sense of the word.

Zilli Hospitality Group Contact: Paula Garvens 262-547-9447 www.zillihospitalitygroup.com Whether your event is large and formal or small and casual, our team is skilled at creating one-of-a-kind events for every budget. We offer exceptional cuisine, dedicated oneon-one client relationships and unmatched quality in our service. Find out for yourself why we continue to be recognized as Wisconsin’s top catering company.

Approved Caterers

Memorial Hall or Fitch Plaza Rates

Additional Fees

Monday-Thursday Evening – 4 hours.... $650 Monday-Friday

Daytime – 4 hours... $450

Friday

6 hours .................... $1800

Saturday

6 hours.................... $2000

Sunday

6 hours.................... $1000

Holiday Rates (6 hours)

Christmas and New Year’s Eve........ $3000

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Sunday before Labor Day ............... $1800

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Labor Day ............... $1500

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Pricing is for consecutive hours in one space (Memorial Hall, Fitch Plaza, Veterans Gallery) ending at midnight. Special events rates apply for groups over 300 on Fitch Plaza. Call for more information.

Additional hours (per hour) .... $200 Use of Fitch Plaza for ceremony (1 hour)............. $250 Extension fee (Midnight to 1a.m.) ................. $200 Use of Fitch Plaza for social hour prior to use of Memorial Hall (per hour) ................................ $200 Same day change in set up (minimum) .............................. $200 LCD projectors w/ screens...... $100/screen or $250 for all three

Fourth Floor Meeting Rooms There are two meeting rooms on the eastside of the building with incredible views of Lake Michigan and extensive audio-visual capabilities. n

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4-9 hours ................................ $200

Capacities Fitch Plaza – Call for Capacity Fourth Floor Meeting Rooms Room 413 (Pre-set conference style)..... 24 Room 415 (Flexible set-up)..... Up to 30 Memorial Hall (Divides) DINNER/DANCE DINNER THEATRE Memorial Hall 260 300 400 South Memorial Hall 75 150 200 North Memorial Hall 50 100 150 All prices subjet to change. Current January 1, 2014.

Rates & Capacities

How many guests can the War Memorial Center accommodate? MEMORIAL HALL .......... (actual capacities determined by variations in set-up) DINNER/DANCE ................. up to 260 DINNER ONLY .................... up to 300 LECTURE/PRESENTATION ...... up to 400 FITCH PLAZA ................ call for capacities Can the War Memorial Center accommodate both wedding and reception? Yes. Many couples planning late spring, summer, or early fall weddings prefer to hold the ceremony on Fitch Plaza overlooking Lake Michigan, followed by a cocktail reception before moving to Memorial Hall for dinner and dancing. What does my rental fee include? The rental fee includes the use of one designated area for up to six hours (4 hours for daytime and weeknight events MondayThursday), tables, chairs, and one set up per event. The minimum rental period cannot be divided between two different areas. If more than one area is used an additional rental fee will apply. How much is the deposit to secure a date? A $500 (non-refundable) deposit is due at the time of booking when the contract is signed. The balance is due 90 days prior to the event. Is the War Memorial Center handicap accessible? Yes. Renovations brought both the interior and exterior of the War Memorial Center into compliance with all ADA regulations.

Do you have on-site caterers? The War Memorial Center has a list of preapproved caterers to choose from. All food and bar service must be provided by one of the approved caterers on this list. You may not bring your own food or alcohol for an event. What if we plan our event outside and the weather is bad? It’s always good to have an alternative plan. Some renters will choose to secure a tent and some choose to have the event closer to the building, under the overhang, which provides tent-like cover. Others choose to move their event inside. If it is necessary to move the event inside due to inclement weather, no additional set-up fee will be charged if decision is made 24 hours prior to event start time. Do I need any special permits? No. The War Memorial Center has secured permits that cover almost any event. Any exception will be dealt with on a case-tocase basis. Can we use candles in Memorial Hall? Yes, if they are enclosed (i.e. votives, hurricanes, floating candles). Open flames are against fire code. How early can we come in to set up prior to the event? You are more than welcome to come 2 hours prior to your contract time. Once the day gets closer, we can check and see if anything is going on at the War Memorial Center and can allow you to come earlier than those two hours. We do not charge a fee for set-up time.

Frequently-Asked Questions

Payment/ Cancellation Policy

Decoration Policy

Most events require a $500 nonrefundable deposit to be made at the time of booking when the contract is signed by the renter. The non-refundable deposit is not transferrable to another date. Rentals of the War Memorial Center facility are considered binding when: 1. The Center has issued and received a signed contract from the renter along with the indicated deposit and/or payment. 2. The Executive Director of the War Memorial Center has also affixed his signature to the contract. Failure to return the signed contract with required deposit by the date indicated on the contract shall nullify the contract and the date will be released. The customer is responsible for confirming with the Events Manager that the Contract and deposit have been received if it is not hand delivered to the Events Manager. Further, the contract is not binding until evidenced by the signature of the War Memorial Center’s Executive Director. A copy of the binding contract will be sent to the renter indicating the nonrefundable deposit was received. Final payment is due 90 days prior to the event. Checks should be made payable to the “War Memorial Center.” Failure to make final payment will result in your event being cancelled. Organizations with established credit can make arrangements to be billed following the event. Payment would be due within 10 days from the date on the invoice. If an event is cancelled less than 90 days prior to the event date, the renter is responsible for the full amount of charges, including commissions and other fees. Renter will be invoiced for full amount and said amount will be due 10 days from the date of the invoice.

Memorial Hall is 42’ 10” wide and 119’ 2” long for a total of 5,100 square feet. The room is carpeted and a portable wood dance floor is available. Decorating is limited to tables only with nothing tied, taped, posted, nailed, or otherwise hung attached to walls or ceiling. Renters and their contracted firms are responsible for their own extension cords. Availability of Memorial Hall and/or Fitch Plaza for decorating is subject to our schedule of events unless renting organization wants to rent additional event time. The following points must be obeyed: 1. Use of candles in Memorial Hall or on Fitch Plaza is subject to the approval of our Events Manager. Requests to use candles must be made two weeks prior to the event. 2. Helium balloons may be used, but no balloon drops from the ceiling are permitted. All balloons left after event must be popped and disposed of by renter or renter’s caterer in trash containers. Be sure to request this of your caterer. The Events Manager must approve use of free-floating balloons in Memorial Hall. These balloons must not be treated for longer life. 3. No fog or smoke machines are allowed. 4. No dance floor powders or other substances may be spread on the floor. 5. Confetti or sparkles can be used on top of tablecloths only. Renter or caterer must then empty it directly into trash containers and not onto the floor. Be sure to request this of your caterer. An additional clean-up charge will apply if confetti is scattered on the floor. 6. After the event, all decorations, props, and equipment must be removed by renters. Decorations must be put in the trash containers for disposal. 7. Any special arrangements to drop off/leave decorations, props, or equipment behind must be preapproved by the Events Manager. Even with special arrangements, the War Memorial Center will not be responsible for anything dropped off early or something left after the event. 8. Shade and lighting adjustments in Memorial Hall must be performed by War Memorial staff. 9. The piano remains in Memorial Hall at all times. 10. No real flower petals in Memorial Hall.

Policies & Rules

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Customers renting space who wish to have food service must use a caterer from the approved caterers list.

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Customers renting the space who wish to have alcoholic beverages, with or without food, must arrange bar service through an approved caterer or approved bar service. Bar service at all events must close one half-hour prior to event ending time. No alcoholic beverages may be served to persons under the age of 21, intoxicated persons, or persons bordering on a state of intoxication. Individuals attending events may not bring their own alcoholic beverages. If alcohol is found that is not from caterer/bar service the War Memorial Center has the right to end the event immediately. It is the responsibility of the sponsoring organization/renter through its event contact person to see that all regulations are followed by all guests.

Parking Policy Ample parking for your event is available in the surface lot on the north side of the War Memorial Center. Parking fees are not included in your facility rental fees. Renters may choose either to have their guests pay for their parking as they arrive (Cash Parking Option) or arrange to prepay for their guests’ parking (Prepaid Parking Option).

CASH PARKING OPTION Guests pay the posted parking fee as they enter our lot. The parking fee is per park and is paid upon entering. Guests who leave and wish to re-enter the lot will have to pay an additional fee. (posted parking rate) During certain times (such as Summerfest) special event parking rates apply. Guests attending events at the War Memorial during these times will have to pay the posted special event rate.

PREPAID PARKING OPTION Renters may opt to prepay for their guests parking. This option must be arranged with the War Memorial Center and the estimated parking fees paid 14 days prior to the event. There is a $10 administrative fee for this option. Corporate customers with established credit may arrange for alternate billing options. As with the Cash Parking Option, during certain times (such as Summerfest) special event parking applies. Guests attending events at the War Memorial Center during these periods will have to pay the posted special event rate. Based on your anticipated guest count, as estimate car count is calculated. Historically the car count is about 50% of the guest count for social functions, and 90% of the guest count for daytime corporate functions. As an example, a wedding with an estimated guest count of 200 would prepay for parking as follows: 200 guests x 50% estimated car count = 80 cars x $6.00 per car = $480 At the time of your event, an actual car count is made. The actual parking fee is compared to the estimated pre-paid fee. If the actual parking count is more than what the renter paid, the renter will be invoiced for the difference. If the pre-paid count is more than the actual fee, the renter will be refunded the difference. Differences of less than $18 will not be invoiced or refunded. As with cash parking the parking fee is per park. Guests who leave and wish to re-enter to lot will be counted again upon re-entering.

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MILWAUKEE COUNTY

War Memorial Center 414.273.5533 414.273.2455 FAX 750 North Lincoln Memorial Drive Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202 www.warmemorialcenter.org E-MAIL: [email protected]