Art on Tap

Early Wisconsin Brewery Art and Advertising

Past Exhibition

July 9–September 25, 2016

MOWA | West Bend

About the Exhibition

July 9–September 25

Hyde Gallery

Pabst. Schlitz. Blatz. Miller—name brands synonymous with Wisconsin and the booming beer industry at the turn of the twentieth century.

Prior to Prohibition, the beer industry spread throughout the state. In 1892, Milwaukee’s claims of being the best gave rise to iconic images of early American pop culture, elaborate signage, and unforgettable slogans.

Image: Blue Ribbon Winners Pabst Brewing Racing Yacht, 1903, Lent by John Steiner