Plan your visit
With 1,500 pieces on display at one time, the Milwaukee Art Museum has more art than most visitors can see in a day. These resources will help you find your way around.
Collection highlights
Self-guided tours:
Each pamphlet highlights a small group of artworks tied to a specific theme.
Drop-in tours:
Museum docents give 1-hour tours every weekend of the building and Collection highlights:
Saturdays at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Sundays at 2 p.m.
Group tours:
Scheduled tours are available for student groups and adult groups on a wide range of topics.
Educational tools
Audio guides:
These recorded tours are available at the entrance to the Collection galleries:
- The Director’s Dozen Tour looks at 12 of director emeritus David Gordon’s favorite pieces in the Collection.
- The Permanent Collection Tour highlights 40+ pieces in the Museum’s Collection.
- The Family Audio Tour uses lively sound effects and storytelling to introduce 50+ artworks specifically selected to intrigue children.
Print versions of these audio guides are also available.
Museum videos:
Two short films about the Museum are screened Thursday–Sunday in Lubar Auditorium:
It Started With a Dream and The Story of the Burke Brise Soleil.
Show times: 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m.
ArtPacks:
The Museum provides free activity sets with interactive games, brainteasers, and drawing activities to help children enjoy exploring the Museum. These self-guided packs can be signed out at the entrance to the Collection galleries.
Further resources:
The Museum offers many educational programs for all ages.
Questions?
For more information, please contact the visitor services department at 414-224-3200 or mam@mam.org
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