Discover the History and Architecture of the Linnwood Water Treatment Facility

The Linnwood Water Treatment Facility marked its 80th year of continuous service on July 2, 2019. Built as a Depression-era Public Works Administration (PWA) project under the eye of longtime Milwaukee Mayor Daniel Hoan, the Linnwood Water Treatment Plant is also a beloved architectural icon of the city, with its instantly recognizable clocktower and is recognized as a historically significant and iconic structure in the City of Milwaukee and as a national AWWA Water Landmark. Explore the history of Linnwood, the current process of water treatment, and experience the inner workings and beauty of the building on this fascinating, one-of-a-kind Go Explore. CANCELLED DUE TO CHANGES IN VISITING POLICIES AT LINNWOOD.