East Town Association

The East Town Association is a nonprofit organization located in downtown Milwaukee. We produce many events in downtown Milwaukee’s Cathedral Square Park. Our signature summer events are Bastille Days, Jazz in the Park and the Cathedral Square Market. The geographic boundaries of the East Town community include the area of downtown Milwaukee east of the river from Clybourn Street on the south and Ogden Avenue on the north, extending to Lake Michigan on the East. East Town Association is committed to making East Town a great place to live, work and play.

Our Mission

As a nonprofit, member-based organization, we represent various local businesses, property owners, and residents in the East Town area of downtown Milwaukee. Our mission is to promote growth and vitality in the East Town area by nurturing and connecting a community that values:

  • Encouraging fellowship and sharing among members

  • Enhancing the neighborhood image and appeal

  • Preserving and celebrating our rich culture and heritage

  • Fostering an environment to discuss issues impacting our community.

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Our History

Originally chartered in 1963 as a street merchant’s business association, East Town Association has evolved into what is widely recognized as the oldest neighborhood business association in Milwaukee which was officially incorporated in 1983.