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Milwaukee City Hall Restoration
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Fabricated Reproduction Ornamental Copper Elements and Decorative Stampings

Constructed in 1895, Milwaukee's City Hall, a downtown landmark. To preserve its historical architecture and preserve it for future generations, the city recently completed the restoration of this grand building which began in August 2005. Working with  F.J.A. Christiansen  roofing company of Milwaukee, Heather & Little performed the shop fabrication and  reproduction of missing original decorative copper elements all in 24-oz copper, solid riveted, and fully soldered.

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After more than 100 years a well deserved face-lift

After more than 100 years a well deserved face-lift
The flag raised high once more

The flag raised high once more
Flag pole base

Flag pole base
A section or curved cornice

A section or curved cornice
One of four garland sections

One of four garland sections
Replicated copper tower elements installed

Replicated copper tower elements installed