MAM Events

Yoga at MAM
2026-09-05 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-10-10 08:00 - 09:00 (America/Chicago) | Milwaukee Art Museum, 700 N. Art Museum Drive, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
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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Drop-In Art Making: Art Studio
2026-09-05 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-06 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-12 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-13 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-19 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-20 10:00 - 16:00
Drop in for family art-making activities inspired by the Museum’s collection and exhibitions. 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.

Museums on Us Sponsored by Bank of America
2026-09-05 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-06 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-03 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-04 10:00 - 17:00
Thanks to Museums on Us ®, Bank of America cardholders receive free admission on the first full weekend of the month. Please review eligibility and terms prior to your visit.

Story Time in the Galleries
2026-09-05 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-09-12 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-09-26 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.

Thursday Nights at MAM
2026-09-10 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-09-17 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-09-24 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-10-01 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-10-08 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.

Story Time in the Galleries
2026-09-19 10:30 - 11:00
Every Saturday morning, join us in the galleries to hear a story and make art together. Meet at the north end of Baumgartner Galleria 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.

Art:Forward Gala
2026-09-19 18:00 - 2026-09-20 00:00
Since opening in 2001, the Milwaukee Art Museum’s Santiago Calatrava–designed Quadracci Pavilion has been the site of unforgettable experiences—exhibitions that spark the imagination, civic moments that unite the city, and first encounters with art that leave a lasting impression. As we celebrate 25 years of Milwaukee’s most iconic space, we’re not just looking back—we are inviting you to be part of what’s next.
Mark your calendars and join us for a truly memorable evening of dinner, dancing, and celebration under the wings.

President’s Circle Preview Celebration: “The Shakers: A World in the Making”
2026-09-23 17:30 - 20:30
The Trustees of the Milwaukee Art Museum and Dr. Kim Sajet, Donna and Donald Baumgartner Director invite you to the President’s Circle Preview Celebration for The Shakers: A World in the Making. This landmark exhibition explores Shaker decorative arts and material culture in dialogue with contemporary art and design inspired by their enduring legacy.

Evening highlights
5:30 p.m. | Welcome cocktails in Windhover Hall
6:15 p.m. | Exhibition introduction in Lubar Auditorium
7:00 p.m. | Live music, artful hors d’oeuvres, and signature drinks in Windhover Hall

Event details
Cocktail attire
Valet parking available
RSVP by Wednesday, September 9 to rsvp@mam.org or 414-224-3259.

Not a Partner level Member? Join today or upgrade your membership for access to this and other exclusive events. Call the membership team at 414-224-3284.
The Milwaukee Art Museum is grateful to its exhibition sponsors.
This exhibition was organized by the Milwaukee Art Museum, the Vitra Design Museum, the Institute of Contemporary Art Philadelphia, and the Wüstenrot Foundation, in collaboration with Shaker Museum, Chatham, New York.

Member Preview Day + Celebration: “The Shakers: A World in the Making”
2026-09-24 10:00 - 20:00
As a Member, enjoy early access to The Shakers: A World in the Making, a landmark exhibition about design, ideas, and how we live. Through historic objects and contemporary installations, the exhibition explores how Shakers values, craftsmanship, and innovation continue to influence the ways we live today. In the evening, join us for live music and a cash bar in Windhover Hall before a special introduction to the exhibition at 6:15 p.m. led by Shoshana Resnikoff, Demmer Curator of 20th and 21st Century Design.

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10 a.m.–8 p.m. | Member-only exhibition access
5 p.m. | Member Preview Celebration
Live music and cash bar with snacks available for purchase; one complimentary beverage for Art Advocate Members and above
6:15 p.m. | Opening talk in Lubar Auditorium
Seating is first come, first served
Let us know that you are joining the evening celebration below.
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Not a Member? Join today for access to this and other exclusive events. Call the membership team at 414-224-3284.
The Milwaukee Art Museum is grateful to its exhibition sponsors.
This exhibition was organized by the Milwaukee Art Museum, the Vitra Design Museum, the Institute of Contemporary Art Philadelphia, and the Wüstenrot Foundation, in collaboration with Shaker Museum, Chatham, New York.

Gallery Talk: “The Shakers”
2026-09-25 12:00 - 13:00
Join Shoshana Resnikoff, Demmer Curator of 20th and 21st Century Design, for a one-hour exploration of themes and topics in the exhibition The Shakers: A World in the Making.
The Shakers: A World in the Making is organized by the Milwaukee Art Museum, the Vitra Design Museum, the Institute of Contemporary Art Philadelphia, and the Wüstenrot Foundation, in collaboration with Shaker Museum, Chatham, New York.
This drop-in experience is included with Museum admission and is free for Members. Admission tickets are available at the door or online. The Milwaukee Art Museum is grateful to its exhibition sponsors.

Doors Open
2026-09-26 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-27 10:00 - 17:00
During this citywide celebration of Milwaukee culture, enjoy free access to the Santiago Calatrava–designed Quadracci Pavilion—and the inspiration it has sparked for 25 years. Discover the story behind one of Milwaukee’s most iconic landmarks through Built to Inspire, a special installation featuring historic photographs, films, an architectural model, an audio tour, and more.
An admission ticket is required to access the Museum’s collection and exhibition galleries.

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The following activities are free to enjoy; Museum admission is not required.
10 a.m.–5 p.m. | Watch It Started with a Dream and The Story of the Burke Brise Soleil on a continuous loop in Lubar Auditorium.
10 a.m.–5 p.m. | Explore the Built to Inspire installation in Windhover Hall.
11 a.m.–3 p.m. | Join a free docent-led architecture tour of the Quadracci Pavilion. Tours begin on the hour.

Artist Talk + Performance: “Reggie Wilson/Fist & Heel Performance Group: POWER”
2026-10-01 18:15 - 19:15
Join us for the explosive Milwaukee Art Museum’s debut of POWER, the celebrated dance performance work by Reggie Wilson/Fist & Heel Performance Group. Drawing on Shaker history, African American spiritual traditions, and Wilson’s extensive research, POWER reimagines Shaker values, worship practices, and social ideals through dance, music, and voice. Part lecture and part performance, this unique program explores the often-overlooked history of Black Shakers and the cultural intersections that shaped their communities. The result is a powerful experience at the crossroads of history, ritual, and contemporary choreography.
The Shakers: A World in the Making is organized by the Milwaukee Art Museum, the Vitra Design Museum, the Institute of Contemporary Art Philadelphia, and the Wüstenrot Foundation, in collaboration with Shaker Museum, Chatham, New York
This drop-in experience is included with Museum admission. On Thursday nights from 4 to 8 p.m., admission is pay-what-you-wish at the door, while tickets purchased online in advance are full price. The Milwaukee Art Museum is grateful to its exhibition sponsors.

Slow Art Saturday
2026-10-03 10:30 - 11:30
Explore a single work of art from the Museum’s collection in depth with Amy Kirschke, Barbara Brown Lee Senior Director of Learning and Engagement, during this program that encourages presence and promotes well-being.
This drop-in experience is included with Museum admission and is free for Members. Admission tickets are available at the door or online.

Creatives Night
2026-10-08 17:00 - 20:00
Creativity thrives in community. Join us for Creatives Night, an evening dedicated to bringing together artists, designers, makers, and creative professionals from across the region. Meet new people, exchange ideas, discover new perspectives, and celebrate the strength of Midwest’s creative industries! Enjoy live music, explore the galleries, and experience The Shakers: A World in a Making and Seeking Revelation: German Romantic Prints and Drawings through guided tours. Grab a drink from the cash bar, purchase snacks, and take in the energy of a creative community coming together in one place.
RSVP by October 1 to community@mam.org. The first 200 RSVPs will receive a complimentary drink ticket.

Event lineup
5–8 p.m. | Live music in Windhover Hall
Cash bar with snacks for purchase
5:30–6:15 p.m. | Tour of The Shakers
6:15–6:30 p.m. | Remarks from Kim Sajet, Donna and Donald Baumgartner Director
6:45–7:30 p.m. | Tour of Seeking Revelations

The Milwaukee Art Museum is grateful to its exhibition sponsors.
