All Collection Galleries Are Open
Revisit favorites and see what's new in the newly reopened galleries on the second level and mezzanine.
The Quilts of Pauline Parker
Discover the artist’s expressive approach to quiltmaking to portray stories from her life and the world around her.
American Memory: Commemoration, Nostalgia, and Revision
Explore how images shape memory and our understanding of past events, in three chapters.
Americans in Spain: Painting and Travel, 1820–1920
Journey to Spain and explore the early influence of its art and culture on American painting.
Your New Summer Hangout
Create art, vibe to live programming, and enjoy refreshments where the Museum hugs Lake Michigan.
Upcoming Events
Engage with new in-person spaces this summer for live performances and art activities. And discover upcoming family programs, artist talks and lectures, and other virtual ways to rendezvous with the Museum no matter where you are.
Live Music: Sara and Kenny
Thu, August 5, 1:00–2:00 pm
Dance: Wild Space Dance Company
Thu, August 5, 6:00–7:00 pm
Storytelling: Ex Fabula
Fri, August 6, 11:30 am–1:30 pm
Make the Most of Each Visit
Lakeside at MAM
There’s no admission required to get into Milwaukee’s newest summer hangout. Groove to live music, be inspired by live performances, and illuminate your inner artist with Kohl’s Art Studio.
Museum Store
Shop the Museum Store in person at its new location in Windhover Hall. Commemorate your visit with art-inspired swag.
Free Audio Guides
Take a deeper dive into the works on view—on your smartphone! Bring earbuds, and explore more with free audio guides at mam.org/guide.
See the Exhibitions on View
Americans in Spain
June 11–October 3, 2021
The Quilts of Pauline Parker
July 15–December 5, 2021
American Memory: Commemoration, Nostalgia, and Revision
July 15, 2021–January 16, 2022
Byrdcliffe: Creativity and Creation
July 15–August 29, 2021
First Impressions: Early Printed Books in Europe
July 15–December 12, 2021
Discover the Museum Collection
There are more than 32,000 reasons to love the Museum’s collection.
Kehinde Wiley, St. Dionysus
Duane Hanson, Janitor
Tom Wesselmann, Still Life #51
Lodewyk van der Helst, Self-Portrait
Jan van Os, Flowers in Terra-cotta Vase
Designed by Brooks Stevens, “Sears Screamer” Bicycle
Andien de Clermont, Self-Portrait
Experience the Museum Online
Connect with art, explore the Museum, get creative, and be inspired from wherever you might be. Check out our many online resources.
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Museum News
Milwaukee Art Museum Names Linda Woods as Chief Human Resources Officer—Read more
Milwaukee Art Museum Welcomes Summer with New Exhibitions, Lakeside Fun, and Reopened Spaces—Read more
New Milwaukee Art Museum Exhibition Explores Spanish Influence on American Artists—Read more
Premier Partner:
Partner Support for Imagine MKE
Imagine MKE is devoted to helping artists in our community thrive. In this time of uncertainty, they are urgently addressing the ability of artists to survive in the near term, and have created the Imagine MKE Artist Relief Fund. We are proud to support this important initiative that aligns with our mission.