Beautiful museum…read more The beautiful building is free to access from the outside, and inside (just the lobby area, where it is the most beautiful). The museum exhibits are inside the square building with an entrance past the lobby. Any art lover will be wowed by the beautiful exhibition. There are special exhibits at different times throughout the year, and these are great times to visit. The cafe/restaurant downstairs is also beautiful, with a gorgeous view of the lake. Food and coffee is actually quite lovely as well! It's a small, and overlooked part of the experience. The store also has lots of cool stuff, though as a local Milwaukeean, I'm thinking a bit overpriced to get anything personally.

What a treasure Milwaukee has in this art museum! When I moved here 18 months ago, the first thing…read moreI did that made me feel like I was truly home was to buy an annual membership to the museum. It was worth every penny, and it's especially easy to get my moneys worth because the museum is only about a 10 minute drive away from my Bay View home. My latest foray to the museum was to see the Gertrude Abercrombie installation, which I highly recommend. Then again, I can recommend anything going on at the MAM.

We were staying at Saint Kate for the Memorial Day weekend and saw on the hotel's website that the…read moreMuseum of Wisconsin Art (MOWA) took up residence in this hotel a few years ago. Having that addition was a nice bonus to our stay. Hours after we settled into our room, I went downstairs to check out the exhibits. I loved what was currently featured. Displays from up-and-coming artists rotate frequently and the captions next to their art illustrate the purpose behind their work. The best part is MOWA DTN is its free and open to the public. Check them out if you're in the area to experience a wonderful sampling of art and culture.

My husband and I stayed at the St. Kate Hotel while visiting family last month and saw that the…read moreMuseum of Wisconsin Art (MOWA) took up residence inside the hotel...pretty cool! We walked around and checked out the exhibits which we both through were great and really added a unique element to our stay.

No urban spelunking adventure in Walker's Point is complete without a visit to the Lamer's…read moreBuilding. Located just down the street from Botanas on 5th and National, this 1880 building has been lovingly restored by its owner, artist and sculptor Celine Farrell. It houses her studio, Grove Galleries, as well as rotating exhibits in Comb Gallery and N. Adam Beadel's studio honoring the lost art of Linotype, Team Nerd. The space is beautiful with features including cast iron window frames, high ceilings, exposed beams and hardwood floors. The hand tile work evokes the period and pays homage to its former use as a shoe store. In Team Nerd's space, Beadel has a working letter press from circa 1917 as well as an extensive collection of Linotype letters. He spins the wheel, and one by one his pieces are created, in the same fashion of the period. Next to the press is a vintage paper cutter, circa 1909, that is operated by throwing a large switch with the arms. A bevy of examples of pressed art adorn the walls. On a particular visit to Comb Gallery, owner Khine Cho Hline displays examples of Farrell's cast iron sculptures and prints in the adjoining gallery which features a generous loft space. Behind the gallery is Farrell's studio and the second floor is living space. Farrell is proud to provide tours of the space she elegantly transformed into a showcase of creativity for artists in the area. Her finished result is a treasure in the up-and-coming neighborhood. Comb Gallery is open Thursday and Friday evenings from 5 to 9 p.m. and Saturdays from noon to 4 p.m. Team Nerd and Grove Galleries are also open by appointment.

A good small art museum on the campus of Marquette University. Visited for the first time recently…read moreand was impressed with the special exhibit of photographs by Bill Tennessen, who documented the African American experience in Milwaukee, some events that I swear I attended. Dutch Masters and religious iconography represented, and a few outstanding representations of such; but Milwaukee Art Museum is still showing the Dutch Masters (Bader) exhibition, and the Haggerty felt slightly underwhelming by recent comparison. I love the story of the Keith Haring visit - faculty, staff and students got to paint in the characters, and the visit was well documented by Milwaukee media. Incredible showpiece upon entry. The small little museum that could! We visited the Saint Joan of Arc Chapel on the same day, check it out, too.

It is free, and there is street parking in front, but is it worth your time to go there if you…read morearen't in the neighborhood? Possibly not. If you are near by, I would recommend you pop in. The collection is very small, but it does have some interesting pieces. I think I might have enjoyed the architectures as much or more than the collection. It is probably not easy to visit the museum when the university is in session, as there probably won't be easy street parking.

What a nifty way to spend an afternoon. Provided that you're a vaguely cerebral (fair to say,…read more"nerdy") older sort, especially if you're a fella (I wouldn't recommend the place for most kids - especially not a gaggle of tween girls). All manner of The Work of Man memorialized in sculpture and painting, with a particularly nice Carl Spitzweg side gallery (worth a visit if you ever admired Norman Rockwell's "The Bookworm" - the original of which is also there, right outside the Spitzweg room - because you'll find its inspiration). Oh, and it's five bucks (I didn't even ask about the Senior Rate). And be careful not to trip over the students sunbathing on the grass in bikinis when looking at the magnificent sculptures in the rooftop garden.

Been living in the neighborhood almost a year and never gave thia place a secons thought. Realizing…read moreit was right next door to one of my favorite coffeeshops (Discourse) and that it was only $5, I gave it a shot. This is one of the best kept secrets in Milwaukee, honestly. The artwork on display is incredible, with some genuinely masterful pieces, as well as more modern interpretations. Mostly paintings with some sculptures, iron work, and videos. They even have a rooftop which offers incredible views of the skyline and features several large sculptures, just bw aware that it's closed for winter. I took an hour and a half to get through it, and that's just taking a peak at the rooftop. I would say you could spend upwards of 2 hours here with little difficulty.

This was my first time at the Lakefront Festival of the Arts but it certainly won't be my last! It…read morewas a perfect day to walk through the many tents lined up along the lakefront next to the MAM and I was pleasantly surprised by the vast selection of different artists from across the country and the very different styles /pieces available for purchase. Having the opportunity to talk with the artists and learn about their process is an extra special advantage to attending such an event. There is a seating area where food and beverage can also be purchased. Included with the Lakefront Festival of the Arts is admission into the Milwaukee Art Museum as well. If you happen to be a MAM member, the price is greatly discounted making this a must see event for the weekend! We did end up purchasing multiple items and I'm already looking forward to seeing what unique items I'll find next year!

I had an amazing time at this years Lakefront Festival of Art. For a modest $10, because of being a…read moremuseum member, I got some see some incredible art and have wonderful conversations with the artists. I specifically loved the photos printed on metal. After missing the last number of years, I remembered what a wonderful time the show is. I won't allow myself to stay away for so long in the future

This is a lovely, completely free gallery and gift shop in the same space that showcases local…read moreMilwaukee creativity. Centrally located downtown next to the 3rd Street Market Hall on Wisconsin Avenue, it's worth a walkthrough at the very least if you're in the area. Open Tuesday - Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. the rotating exhibits are done by students, faculty, staff and even alumni of the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design. I visited when the After-Hours exhibit was on display, and I really enjoyed it. I was warmly greeted the moment I walked in and was left to enjoy the art to my hearts content. The art on display was thought-provoking and included a variety of artistic mediums. I especially enjoyed the hand-crafted goods available for purchase like homemade fishing lures ($50) and pendants with Wisco flare. Prices are on the higher end but keep in mind these are made by artists/hand-crafted. High quality and one of a kind! You can also purchase some of the work on display in case you fall in love with a piece and want to enjoy it forever. Great spot to enjoy a bit of Milwaukee's artistic side and celebrate local talent in an easy way!

We always enjoy an evening of music at the Riverside it's a beautiful venue with amazing and…read morefriendly staff. The building is also absolutely beautiful .

I've been going here to see who's throughout the past decade like Tosh.O, plays and music…read moreconcerts. The most recent show I've seen was the Harry Potter Sorcerer's Stone film and live music orchestra performed by the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra. What a surreal experience, it was wild hearing live music as the movie played on the movie screen. They served Butter beer and popcorn to enhance the Harry Potter movie watching experience! The front facing building has been renovated which now looks more Modern. And refreshed. The inside shows the classic preserved historic look adding to the experience. Convenient service from the security bag check at the entrance, ticket checking, and concession stands! Come see a show and support the entertainment industry! Including local!