Mr. Baseball Mural
Bob Uecker’s Legacy Celebrated with New Mural in Downtown Milwaukee
A new mural honoring Bob Uecker, “Mr. Baseball,” is taking shape in Downtown Milwaukee. The ownership group of the Wintrust Financial Center, with support from Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 and Visit Milwaukee, has commissioned Mauricio Ramirez for a mural of the beloved baseball player and sportscaster. The mural is being installed at 731 N. Jackson St., on the building’s north façade, where it will span 100 feet in height. The composition will depict Uecker in his renowned role as play-by-play announcer for the Milwaukee Brewers – a position held by Uecker for 54 seasons.
“Bob loved Milwaukee, and greatly appreciated the connection he had with the city,” said Bob Uecker, Jr. “The community’s gesture to commemorate that connection is deeply touching. This mural will serve as a reminder of the enduring relationship between the two.”
Photo courtesy of Mauricio Ramirez
Meet the Artist: Mauricio Ramirez
Artist Mauricio Ramirez has strong ties to Milwaukee. In 2022, Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 partnered with the Milwaukee Bucks and 600 EAST to commission Ramirez for a larger-than-life mural of the MVP and all-time scoring leader of the Milwaukee Bucks. In 2017, Ramirez was commissioned by Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 and the Downtown Placemaking Task Force to transform 10 utility box murals on Wisconsin Avenue. He is also a featured artist on Milwaukee Downtown’s holiday Ornament Trail. Ramirez’s work can be seen throughout the community, including “Heart & Sol,” a 5,000 sq. ft. mural on the Community Advocates building and visible from 6th Street in Westown.
“It’s a huge honor to create a mural celebrating Bob Uecker,” said Mauricio Ramirez. “What he means to Milwaukee and to sports broadcasting is incredibly important. I hope this mural reflects the pride and lasting impact he gave to so many people.”
