Milwaukee Art Museum during the Day

Milwaukee Art Museum    

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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 …

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Mar 3, 2025
The Milwaukee Art Museum is a beautiful structure inside and out. I was at the Milwaukee Symphony the night before, I am from Chicago. I ended up talking to a couple next to me and they told me abou…Full review by Robin R
Mar 2, 2025
they have permanent exhibit and special exhibits that will change over time, child age under 12 is free, you can get a craft package for kids, also do art in a room, the art is different from month t…Full review by ELKW
Dec 4, 2024
The outside of the building is almost out of this world, there are "wings" which deploy making the outside look like a ship in sail, well that's my guess as they didn't because it was too windy! The …Full review by Martina O
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The museum's history began in 1882 when the Milwaukee Museum of Fine Arts was founded. The museum dissolved six years later. In 188…
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With over 20,000 works of art, the Milwaukee Art Museum is one of the largest connoisseurs of famous art in the country. See pieces from …
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Facts

Established:1888
Located:700 N. Art Museum Drive
Visitors:232,000 (2023)
Director:Marcelle Polednik
Type:Art museum

Questions & answers

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Do you have to get tickets in advance or can you buy them when you get there?
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You can buy on the day
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Answer by Neil B · May 5, 2023
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At what wind speed from wind off the lake do the wings close up? Is it 28 mph ?
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When winds exceed 23 mph for more than 3 seconds, the wings close automatically.
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From where do you watch the opening or flopping of the wings, inside or the outside of the museum?
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Outside on the bridge between the museum and the parking garage across the street is the best location.
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From where do you watch the opening or flopping of the wings, inside or the outside of the museum?
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I suggest outside. There are many vantage points. Across the street in the parking garage. At the restaurant nearby (Harbor House).
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Do you have to pay to park?
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If you don't mind a very pleasant Milwaukee walk, you wouldn't have to. However, it is an option. Sorry for the delay in responding. I just saw your question now.
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How do I use my Member discount or free parking during my visit?
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In order to receive your Member discount or free parking, you must scan the QR code on the back side of your membership card when exiting. You must have...
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