Milwaukee Art Museum

Milwaukee Art Museum Connect with art and one another! Admission for kids 12 and under is always free, thanks to an anonymous donor. For more information, visit mam.org.
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The Milwaukee Art Museum is an essential destination for art and architecture and a vital cultural resource that connects visitors to dynamic art experiences and one another. Housed in iconic buildings by Santiago Calatrava, Eero Saarinen, and David Kahler on a 24-acre lakefront campus, the Museum is Wisconsin’s largest art institution and home to both broad and deep collections, with exceptional

holdings in American painting, sculpture, and decorative arts; conceptual and minimalist art; prints and drawings; European art from the Renaissance through the nineteenth century; photography and new media; modern and contemporary design; folk and self-taught art; and twentieth-century Haitian art. A bold symbol of Milwaukee’s ambition and forward-thinking vision, the Museum is a place for community building, education, and celebration, that fosters creativity and critical discourse for audiences of all ages and backgrounds.

TONIGHT 6:15–7:15 p.m. | Robert Cozzolino, independent curator and art historian, will draw inspiration from the exhibit...
05/28/2026

TONIGHT 6:15–7:15 p.m. | Robert Cozzolino, independent curator and art historian, will draw inspiration from the exhibition Gertrude Abercrombie: The Whole World is a Mystery, and explore how Abercrombie challenged conventional narratives and expanded the boundaries of American art.

Museum admission is pay-what-you-wish for this event, as part of Thursday Nights at the Museum.

Gertrude Abercombie, “Search for Rest (Nile River),” 1951. Oil on Masonite. 24 x 36 in. (61 x 91.4 cm). Collection of Sandra and Bram Dijkstra

🎨 Thursday nights are for making art together. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, the Kohl’s Art Studio will now be op...
05/27/2026

🎨 Thursday nights are for making art together.

From Memorial Day through Labor Day, the Kohl’s Art Studio will now be open Thursdays from 4–8 p.m. during Thursday Nights at MAM. Bring the kids, get creative, explore the galleries, and make the Museum part of your summer evening routine. ✨

Admission for Thursday Nights at MAM is pay-what-you-wish. A Museum ticket is needed to enter the exhibitions and collection galleries. Get yours at the admissions desk when you arrive—the amount you pay is up to you.

LAST CHANCE TO APPLY 🚨 APPS DUE MAY 29 Attention creative teens: interested in art, community, and making an impact in M...
05/25/2026

LAST CHANCE TO APPLY 🚨 APPS DUE MAY 29

Attention creative teens: interested in art, community, and making an impact in Milwaukee? Apply for the ArtXpress Teen Internship by May 29. 🎨

As a Teen Intern, you’ll work with local artists and other teens from across Milwaukee to create a mural inspired by artworks at MAM. The final design will even appear on a Milwaukee County bus. 🚌

You’ll also mentor younger students, explore the Museum’s exhibitions, and gain real-world creative experience along the way.

✨ Paid internship
🍕 Lunch + MCTS bus tickets provided
🎨 No art experience required—just curiosity, creativity, and a passion for community

https://mamweb.wufoo.com/forms/artxpress-internship-program-application

05/23/2026

MAM After Dark understood the assignment. ✨

From fashion inspired by the galleries to looks that practically became works of art themselves, last weekend was one for the books. Thank you to everyone who dressed up, showed up, and brought the energy all night long.

🖼️💃🍸

Mark your calendar: the next MAM After Dark takes over the Museum on October 23 for a Halloween Bash.

https://mam.org/events/event/mam-after-dark-halloween-bash/

SATURDAYS | Join us on Saturday mornings to listen to a story and make art together inspired by what you have seen and h...
05/22/2026

SATURDAYS | Join us on Saturday mornings to listen to a story and make art together inspired by what you have seen and heard.

As always, admission for kids 12 and under is free. Start planning your visit today at mam.org/events.

MAY 22 12-1 p.m. | Join Thomas Busciglio-Ritter, Abert Family Associate Curator of American Art and the exhibition curat...
05/21/2026

MAY 22 12-1 p.m. | Join Thomas Busciglio-Ritter, Abert Family Associate Curator of American Art and the exhibition curator, for an in-depth exploration of the themes and topics of “Gertrude Abercrombie: The Whole World Is a Mystery.”

Gertrude Abercombie, “Two Ladders,” 1947. Oil on Masonite. 12 x 16 in. (30.5 x 40.6 cm). Illinois State Museum; Purchase

🔔 SUMMER HOURS ARE HERE 🔔 From Memorial Day through Labor Day, we’re open Mondays from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. More time for lake...
05/20/2026

🔔 SUMMER HOURS ARE HERE 🔔
From Memorial Day through Labor Day, we’re open Mondays from 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

More time for lakefront views, gallery wandering, family fun, coffee dates, and discovering something new every visit. ✨

See you at MAM this summer. 🎨🌊

Caption: MAY 28 | Mark your calendars! 🗓️ Join Robert Cozzolino, independent curator and art historian, for a conversati...
05/19/2026

Caption: MAY 28 | Mark your calendars! 🗓️

Join Robert Cozzolino, independent curator and art historian, for a conversation about how Gertrude Abercrombie’s friendships with artists in Wisconsin enriched her life and deepened their collective creativity.

Start planning your visit today at mam.org/events.

Image: John Wilde (American, 1919–2006), Karl Priebe, Gertrude Abercrombie, Dudley Huppler, Marshall Glasier, Sylvia Fein, a Friend, Arnold Dadian and Myself, 1966. Oil on panel. 8 × 12 in. (20.32 × 30.48 cm). Milwaukee Art Museum, Gift of the Gertrude Abercrombie Trust, M1979.33. Photo by P. Richard Eells © John Wilde

Today, we remember visionary architect David Kahler and the lasting impact he made on Milwaukee’s skyline and the Milwau...
05/18/2026

Today, we remember visionary architect David Kahler and the lasting impact he made on Milwaukee’s skyline and the Milwaukee Art Museum.

From the Bradley Wing to his collaboration with Santiago Calatrava on the iconic Quadracci Pavilion, Kahler helped shape the Museum into the landmark it is today, a place where architecture, art, and community come together on the lakefront.

This image captures a moment of optimism, creativity, and shared vision between two architects whose work continues to inspire millions of visitors from around the world.

We are grateful for David Kahler’s legacy and the enduring mark he leaves on our city.

📷: David Kahler and Santiago Calatrava during construction of the Quadracci Pavilion

Congratulations to Dr. Kantara Souffrant on being recognized by the American Alliance of Museums as part of the 2026 AAM...
05/14/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Kantara Souffrant on being recognized by the American Alliance of Museums as part of the 2026 AAM Awards. 🎉

As the Milwaukee Art Museum’s inaugural Senior Director of Community Dialogue and Adult Programs, Kantara has helped shape meaningful experiences that bring people together—from community conversations and Free Days to joyful gatherings across the Museum campus.

A Haitian-American artist-scholar, educator, and author, Kantara’s work continues to challenge museums to become more welcoming, connected, and community-centered spaces. We are proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition and grateful for the impact she makes at the Museum and beyond.

Please join us in congratulating Kantara! 👏

05/14/2026

When the sun goes down, the Museum comes alive. ✨

Live music. Unexpected moments. Art after hours. MAM After Dark transforms the Milwaukee Art Museum into the city’s most unforgettable night out.

Tomorrow night: step inside The Blue Room 💙

Inspired by the dreamy world of Gertrude Abercrombie, this immersive evening blends jazz, cocktails, performances, and late-night gallery vibes into one surreal experience you won’t want to miss.

🎟️ Get your ticket now at mam.org

Tickets are available at the door and at mam.org/events.

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