Mitchell Park Domes

The future of the Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory, known to many simply as the Domes, is unclear. Like so many Milwaukee County properties, the plant-filled glass beehive-shaped structures have long been in need to maintenance.

Since the 1960s, the Milwaukee Public Museum has been a fixture on the west side of downtown. But, the Museum hopes to move to a new, smaller space that could better fit their needs and help avoid disaster.

A work group will be reporting on its progress Tuesday in coming up with a plan for the future of the Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory, commonly known as the Domes.

The Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory, a beloved Milwaukee County icon, is in desperate need of care.

The Milwaukee Public Museum and the Mitchell Park Domes are two of the most recognizable institutions in Milwaukee. But they’re also among the most…

You’ve probably driven by The Domes many times and even visited them. Whether you love them or hate them, their future’s been hotly debated — should…

The Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservancy, fondly known as The Domes, is perhaps equal parts iconic and at risk. Like fellow Milwaukee County…

Have you wondered what will become of the iconic Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory, better known as The Domes, on Milwaukee’s near south side?A…

The Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory, known as The Domes, is one of the most iconic buildings in Milwaukee. These large, glass structures are home…

The three bee-hive shaped glass structures that are home to tropical, desert and rotating show installations have glistened within Mitchell Park on…