MAM Events

The Collector’s Canvas: A Look Inside the Wardrobe of Mrs. Peg Bradley
2026-04-02 18:15 - 19:15 (America/Chicago) | Milwaukee Art Museum, 700 N. Art Museum Drive, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
Join us for a presentation by Amanda Cacich, Curator of the Mount Mary Fashion Archive, as she discusses how Mrs. Peg Bradley’s love of fashion and art were intertwined throughout her life. This program is presented in conjunction with Mount Mary University in honor of the reinstallation of the Bradley Collection.
This drop-in program is included with Museum admission and free for Members. Tickets are available at the door or online.

Drop-In Art Making: Kohl’s Art Studio
2026-04-03 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-04 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-05 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-10 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-11 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-12 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-17 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-18 10:00 - 16:00 and 1 more date
Drop in for family art-making activities inspired by the Museum’s collection and exhibitions. The studio project changes each month to highlight new mediums and techniques.
Access to the Kohl’s Art Studio is included with Museum admission, which is free for kids 12 and under. Admission tickets are available at the door or online.

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Spring Break Fun! Youth Zine Fest
2026-04-03 10:30 - 14:00, 2026-04-04 10:30 - 14:00
Meet in Windhover Hall at 10:30a.m. for a special Story Time in the Galleries with Dannette Justus of Just Us and Books. Then, head to the East End and work with local artist Laura Farahzad Mayer to create a zine inspired by the Museum and add a copy of your artwork to the collaborative library between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Drop in throughout the week to try a different material each day. On Friday, April 3, First Stage will join the fun with drop-in theater games between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.!
What is a zine? A zine is a handmade booklet typically created on a folded piece of copy paper so that additional copies can be easily made and shared. People often make zines to share their artwork, ideas, and stories.

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Four-Four Foundation
Anonymous donor

Yoga at MAM
2026-04-04 08:00 - 09:00
Find your calm in this 60-minute yoga class amid the serenity of the Quadracci Pavilion and stunning views of Lake Michigan.
Class begins at 8 a.m. Arrive as early as 7 a.m. with your yoga mat to settle into the space before the class starts.
After class, extend your visit to the café and store, which open early, at 9 a.m. Parking is available in the Calatrava underground garage; enjoy a $5 rate when you exit before 10 a.m.
Online in advance, general admission tickets are $20 and Museum Member tickets are $10. At the door, tickets are $25 for general admission and $15 for Members. Not a Member? Join today!
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Story Time in the Galleries: Spring Break Fun!
2026-04-04 10:30 - 11:00
Join us in the galleries for a special Story Time in the Galleries with Dannette Justus of Just Us and Books. Meet in Windhover Hall near the admission desks at 10:30 a.m. and travel with the reader through the galleries. Then, listen to a story in front of a work of art before creating an artwork inspired by what you have seen and heard.
This event is included with Museum admission and is free for Members. Admission for kids 12 and under is free. Tickets are available at the door or online.

Sponsored by
Four-Four Foundation
Anonymous donor

Drop-In Tours: Architecture and Collection Highlights
2026-04-04 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-05 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-11 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-12 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-18 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-19 14:00 - 15:00
Discover works in the collection and highlights about the Museum’s architecture during a one-hour tour with a Museum docent. Join the tour in Windhover Hall, near the Museum’s main entrance and admissions desks.
This drop-in experience is included with Museum admission and is free for Members. Admission tickets are available at the door and online.

Free Day + Celebration: Local Legends
2026-04-09 10:00 - 20:00
In Honor of Dr. Alfred Bader
Join us for a free day celebrating local legends! Enjoy a full day of activities inspired by all of the Milwaukee gems who make our city the place to be, create, and thrive. Explore Gertrude Abercrombie: The Whole World Is a Mystery, discover the newly installed Modern Wing, wander through the collection galleries, make art, enjoy live performances, and connect with the creative energy that makes this city one-of-a-kind.

Event lineup
Art making | 10 a.m.– 4 p.m.
Ignite your imagination in two art-making zones. In the Kohl’s Art Studio, create an insect inspired by surprising creatures in European still life paintings. In the Milwaukee Room, join Amal Azzam, 2025 Milwaukee Artist of the Year recipient and co-founder of Fanana Banana, for a hands-on “Milwaukee in Arabic” workshop where you’ll learn to write “Milwaukee” in Arabic script, practice forming the flowing shapes of Arabic letters and discover how our city’s name appears in a different language. Along the way, participants will learn that Arabic is written from right to left and will create a finished piece to take home or add to a community wall. No prior experience or knowledge of Arabic is needed—all ages and backgrounds are welcome.
Aaron Boyd + Babbling Babes story time and community gathering | 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Join us for a special story time with artist and illustrator Aaron Boyd, a 2025 Milwaukee Artist of the Year recipient, as he reads from his book Giving Good. After the reading, children will create drawings inspired by the story, and families will have the opportunity to build meaningful connections and community with other parents of children ages 5 and under. Copies of Giving Good will be available for purchase in the Museum Store.
Film screening | 10:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Watch the 30-minute-long documentary Alfred Bader: Legend: Art, Bible, Chemistry. Screenings begin at half past the hour.
Community engagement fair | 12–7 p.m.
Meet several art organizations from across Milwaukee that carry forward the legacy and values of local legends like Dr. Alfred Bader.
Performance | Noon–1 p.m.
Enjoy a performance by The Amazing Grace Chorus, a community chorus made up of people living with dementia and their caregivers.
Drop-in tour | 3–4 p.m.
Discover works in the collection that highlight Milwaukee’s local heroes, such as the Gertrude Abercrombie & Friends exhibition.
Live DJ | 3–6 p.m.
Groove to music in Windhover Hall as DJ Homer Blow spins an upbeat soundtrack for your afternoon.
Community Conversation: Belonging | 6–7 p.m.
Join us for our annual conversation on “Belonging.” Each year, we investigate the state of belonging—the joys and obstacles to feeling seen, welcomed, and in community. This year’s conversation will focus on the importance of having difficult conversations personally, professionally, and socially. What are the skills we need to have a dialogue across values, politics, and differences? What are the hard things to talk about, and how do we create parameters for having conversations where we collectively listen and honor each other’s humanity? How do we find the conversations that feel “worth it”? Join Jimmy Guitierrez (news reporter, WUWM), Angela Kingsawan (health worker and artist), Monique Liston (Founder, Joyful Militant and Chief Strategist, UBUNTU Research and Evaluation) and co-facilitators Adam Carr (organizer and artist), and Dr. Kantara Souffrant, Senior Director of Community Dialogue and Adult Programs, as we discuss the state of belonging in 2026 and how to have difficult conversations.
This program celebrates the legacy of Dr. Alfred Bader (April 28, 1924–December 23, 2018), whose passion for art and community continues to inspire creativity at the Museum.

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Play Date with Art: Magic Collage
2026-04-10 10:00 - 12:00
Make your own collage inspired by the mysterious work of Gertrude Abercrombie. Experience the magic of using stencils and layers to build your own world, then join in the sing-alongs at 10:30 and 11:15 a.m. This monthly program is designed especially for visitors ages five and under (with an adult).
This drop-in experience is included with Museum admission and is free for Members. Kids 12 and under always receive free admission, thanks to an anonymous donor. Tickets are available at the door or online.

Sponsored by
Four-Four Foundation
Anonymous donor

Story Time in the Galleries
2026-04-11 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-04-18 10:30 - 11:00
Every Saturday morning, join us in the galleries to hear a story and make art together. Meet in Windhover Hall near the admission desks at 10:30 a.m. and travel with the reader through the galleries. Then, listen to a story in front of a work of art before creating an artwork inspired by what you have seen and heard.
This event is included with Museum admission and is free for Members. Admission for kids 12 and under is free. Tickets are available at the door or online.

Sponsored by
Four-Four Foundation
Anonymous donor

Art in Bloom
2026-04-16 10:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-17 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-18 10:00 - 23:00, 2026-04-19 10:00 - 17:00
Milwaukee’s most joyful spring tradition returns with four unforgettable days as the Museum fills with color, light, and fresh energy. Step inside and feel winter melt away as the galleries come alive with floral arrangements inspired by favorite works of art—airy, vibrant, and full of movement. This year, visitors won’t want to miss exploring the newly installed Modern Wing, featuring works by Georgia O’Keeffe, Helen Frankenthaler, and Alex Katz.
Grab a friend and wander through blooming displays, breathe in the creativity, and soak up the festive atmosphere throughout the Museum. With stunning floral designs, music, refreshments, shopping, art making, and more, Art in Bloom is the perfect way to welcome spring.

SOLD OUT: Floral Fashion Show
2026-04-17 19:00 - 22:00
The Art in Bloom celebration continues after hours at the Floral Fashion Show! See models walk the runway in breathtaking floral gowns and accessories created by local artisans. Dress to be seen, then linger in the galleries among art-inspired floral installations. Cocktail attire recommended; valet parking available.

Ticket options
Front row | $250/$200 Member
Second row | $190/$150 Member
Enjoy one complimentary glass of champagne before the show, with access to a VIP cash bar. After the show, mingle in the VIP Area where you’ll enjoy hors d’oeuvres all evening, and visit the galleries to view the floral installations.
Standing room | $125/$100 Member
Enjoy one complimentary glass of champagne prior to the show. After the show, enjoy the after party and visit the galleries to view the floral installations.
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Thursday Nights at MAM
2026-04-23 16:00 - 20:00
Every Thursday night, meet up with friends for an artful evening together! Wander the galleries and ease into the weekend with live music and a bar in Windhover Hall.
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.
