Newest Events - Milwaukee Art Museum

Saturday, October 02 - Member Trip: Designed for You by Kohler

Sat, 02 Oct 2010 00:00:00 -0500

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2010, 8:30 AM–5 PM

Join us for a visit to the Kohler Design Center in Kohler, located an hour north on the campus of America’s famous Kohler Co., and the John Michael Kohler Arts Center (JMKAC) in Sheboygan.

First we’ll explore JMKAC on a docent-led tour. The arts center focuses on contemporary art, craft-related forms, and the work of self-taught artists—and boasts one-of-a-kind artist-designed bathrooms! Afterwards, enjoy free time in the galleries, shop the ARTspace store, and lunch on your own at the ARTcafe or nearby restaurants before the short motorcoach ride to Kohler.

The Kohler Design Center is a three-level, 36,000-square-foot showcase of innovative product design and technology. Discover the beginnings of the company and the Village of Kohler (one of the first planned communities in the U.S.), and see the ever-growing collection of artwork made in the Kohler factory by artists from around the world. You will also have the opportunity to experience the latest in bath and shower displays, and to get brilliant decorating and design ideas from the twenty-five rooms created by renowned interior designers.

*Coffee With A Conscience in Windhover Hall will be open at 7:45 a.m.

Cost: $$40 per person

This trip is open to Members at the Art Advocate ($$150) level and above.

Individual, Dual, and Family Members—upgrade today and come free with a guest!

RSVP to the Membership Hotline at 414-224-3284.

Thursday, December 23 - Museum Store: Member Double Discount Day

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 00:00:00 -0600

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 23, 10 AM–8 PM

Members enjoy double-discounts (20% off) on everything in the Museum Store and in the exhibition store for European Design Since 1985: Shaping the New Century.

Museum Store and exhibition store

Members only 

Thursday, December 16 - Museum Store: Member Double Discount Day

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 00:00:00 -0600

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 16, 10 AM–8 PM

Members enjoy double-discounts (20% off) on everything in the Museum Store and in the exhibition store for European Design Since 1985: Shaping the New Century.

Museum Store and exhibition store

Members only 

Thursday, December 09 - Museum Store: Member Double Discount Day

Thu, 09 Dec 2010 00:00:00 -0600

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2010, 10 AM–8 PM

Members enjoy double-discounts (20% off) on everything in the Museum Store and in the exhibition store for European Design Since 1985: Shaping the New Century.

Museum Store and exhibition store

Members only 

Thursday, December 02 - Museum Store: Member Double Discount Day

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:00:00 -0600

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2, 10 AM–8 PM

Members enjoy double-discounts (20% off) on everything in the Museum Store and in the exhibition store for European Design Since 1985: Shaping the New Century.

Museum Store and exhibition store

Members only 

Friday, November 26 - Museum Store: Member Double Discount Day

Fri, 26 Nov 2010 00:00:00 -0600

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2010, 10 AM–5 PM

Members enjoy double-discounts (20% off) on everything in the Museum Store and in the exhibition store for European Design Since 1985: Shaping the New Century.

Museum Store and exhibition store

Members only 

Saturday, November 20 - Book Salon: Why We Love (or Hate) Everyday Things

Sat, 20 Nov 2010 00:00:00 -0600

SATURDAY, NOV 20, 2010
10:30 AM

Join other book enthusiasts for a lively discussion of Emotional Design: Why We Love (or Hate) Everyday Things by Donald Norman. This book is being read in conjunction with the exhibition European Design Since 1985: Shaping the New Century.

Norman brings experience in technology, academics, and business to his analysis of people’s emotional reactions to material objects. He asserts that a successful design must excel at a visceral, behavioral, and reflective level and invites readers to pause and reflect why they like or loathe their belongings.

RSVP to amy.kirschke@mam.org or call 414-224-3826. Book is available for purchase from the Museum Store (paperback, 272 pages) $$16.95/$$15.26 Members

Bradley Rooms

Free with Museum admission 

Tuesday, November 16 - Museum Store: Member Holiday Shopping Event

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 00:00:00 -0600

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2010, 5–8 PM 

Members, enjoy an exclusive evening of holiday shopping at the Milwaukee Art Museum Store and the exhibition store for European Design Since 1985: Shaping the New Century. Join us for complimentary wine and other local treats while you peruse our selection of exceptional gifts and entertaining pieces. Avoid the hassle and crowds and take advantage of an early double-discount shopping opportunity!

Museum Store and exhibition store

Members only; no cost to attend

Saturday, October 16 - Book Salon: Seven Days in the Art World

Sat, 16 Oct 2010 00:00:00 -0500

SATURDAY, OCT 16, 2010
10:30 AM

Join other book enthusiasts for a lively discussion of Seven Days in the Art World by Sarah Thornton. This book is being read in conjunction with the Contemporary Art Society's Art Auction. 

Thornton, a contributor to Artforum.com and the New Yorker, offers a unique ethnography of the contemporary art world. Each chapter presents a distinct perspective of today’s art scene as the author profiles artists, dealers, critics, and collectors, all the while grappling with the paradoxes inherent in the transformation of creativity into commodity.

RSVP to amy.kirschke@mam.org or call 414-224-3826. Book is available for purchase from the Museum Store (paperback, 287 pages) $$15.95/$$14.36 Members

Bradley Rooms

Free with Museum admission 

Sunday, September 05 - Drop-In Tour

Sun, 05 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0500

SATURDAYS at 11 AM and 2 PM
SUNDAYS at 2 PM