Little did Captain Frederick Pabst, Milwaukee’s famed beer baron, know that when he began construction of his new mansion in 1890 it would survive and thrive into the twenty­first century as a testament to America’s Gilded Age. John C. Eastberg sets the context for this architectural landmark by drawing out the intimate character of Captain Pabst, his family, and his brewing empire.

As a leading figure of Milwaukee’s society, Captain Pabst and his wife, Maria, became consummate art collectors, filling their mansion with priceless treasures. After the Pabst descendants sold the house in 1908, it became the archbishop’s residence and the center of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Milwaukee for over sixty years. When it was sold in 1975 the mansion was nearly torn down to make way for a parking lot. After a three­year crusade for its preservation, it was spared demolition and has become an award-winning historic museum. This highly illustrated history includes hundreds of current and historical photographs, documenting the extraordinary history of this exceptional residence.

1st Edition. Hardcover. 270pgs.

A mug of beer to decorate your Christmas tree. Glass ornament crafted by Old World Christmas. 4"H

A pilsner glass of beer to decorate your Christmas tree. Glass ornament crafted by Old World Christmas. 4.5"H

A pretzel to decorate your Christmas tree. Glass ornament crafted by Old World Christmas. 4"H

One of the Captain’s finest cigars to decorate your Christmas tree. Glass ornament crafted by Old World Christmas. 4.5"L

An elegant paperweight with the picture of Pabst Mansion. Made with French glass.

An elegant paperweight with the drawing of Pabst Mansion. Made with French glass.

Replica blue and white delft tiles capturing picturesque scene of the Flemish lowlands. This tile replicated from original found in the Pabst Mansion's Servants' Dining Room. Made exclusively for the Pabst Mansion. 4.25 x 4.25 cork-backed

Replica blue and white delft tiles capturing picturesque scene of the Flemish lowlands. This tile replicated from original found in the Pabst Mansion's Servants' Dining Room. Made exclusively for the Pabst Mansion. 4.25 x 4.25 cork-backed

Replica blue and white delft tiles capturing picturesque scene of the Flemish lowlands. This tile replicated from original found in the Pabst Mansion's Servants' Dining Room. Made exclusively for the Pabst Mansion. 4.25 x 4.25 cork-backed

Replica blue and white delft tiles capturing picturesque scene of the Flemish lowlands. This tile replicated from original found in the Pabst Mansion's Servants' Dining Room. Made exclusively for the Pabst Mansion. 4.25 x 4.25 cork-backed

Exclusive Pabst Manision blank notecards with envelopes. Six full color views of just a few of the Mansion's stunning interior architectural details:

-Fireplace and mantle fo the Music Room

-Leaded glass skylight in the third floor ceiling

-Carved oak hops bud finials of the Grand Staircase

-Wrought iron and elk antler chandelier of the Reception Hall

-Hand crafted brich cabinets of the Dining Room

-Elaborate coffered ceiling found in Captain Pabst's Study

Set of 6 includes one of each of six images listed above. Cards are 4x6 with white envelopes and come with box.

Exclusive Pabst Manision blank notecards with envelopes. Six full color views of just a few of the Mansion's stunning interior architectural details:

-Fireplace and mantle fo the Music Room

-Leaded glass skylight in the third floor ceiling

-Carved oak hops bud finials of the Grand Staircase

-Wrought iron and elk antler chandelier of the Reception Hall

-Hand crafted brich cabinets of the Dining Room

-Elaborate coffered ceiling found in Captain Pabst's Study

Set of 12 includes two of each of six images listed above. Cards are 4x6 with white envelopes and come with box.

Use your Pabst Mansion Gift Shop gift certificate on your next visit to the Pabst Mansion for all the great gift items that are not available on-line. Combine a gift certificate with admission passes to make a great gift for all occasions.

Use your Pabst Mansion Gift Shop gift certificate on your next visit to the Pabst Mansion for all the great gift items that are not available on-line. Combine a gift certificate with admission passes to make a great gift for all occasions.