Host your next event in Milwaukee, a hub of hospitality and culture. We are proud to announce that the Baird Center — formerly known as the Wisconsin Center —  is little more than a year away from unveiling countless new and cutting-edge amenities that prioritize accessibility and sustainability. As the pride of Milwaukee and a perennial favorite among meeting planners, our world-renowned convention center sets the standard for better event planning. Once complete, attendees can expect to see:

• More than double the original square footage
• Inclusive amenities like gender-neutral bathrooms and wheelchair ramps
• 400 indoor, accessible parking spaces 
• Art displayed by diverse local artists 
• A LEED Silver Certification for use of green building practices and materials
• A state-of-the-art solar roof 
• An onsite composting program 

Milwaukee continues to make great strides in actualizing ideals of diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion for everyone who meets in our great city. Join us in 2024 as we unveil a new standard in convention centers where accessibility and sustainability are at the forefront. 

With a dedicated CVB and planning professionals standing by, organizing your event in Milwaukee has never been easier. Be part of National Geographic's 25 Best Places in the World to Visit for 2023.