Striking Sustainable Design Makes A Mark
The Museum of Wisconsin Arts geometrically striking new building provides an important city landmark that increases statewide visibility and attracts visitors throughout the region.
The 31,000-SF, two-level museum includes 12,000 square feet of gallery space, a multipurpose atrium, gift shop, two education studios, administrative offices, archives for works-on-paper, and visible painting storage.
The building follows the triangular geometry of the site, curving along the Milwaukee River from the main glass-enclosed entrance at the southwest corner to a wedge-shaped terminus at the other end, where a glass curtain wall reveals an interior stairwell and suspended artwork. Inside, visitors enter a multipurpose atrium and follow a glass-paneled grand staircase to the second-level permanent-collection galleries. Adjacent to the main galleries is a rotating-exhibit gallery, which includes a balcony overlooking the atrium and activity below.
Sustainable Design
- 2015 IES/IIDA Regional Guth Award for Interior Lighting Design
- 2015 IES/IIDA Section Guth Award for Interior Lighting Design
- 2015 Architectural Engineering Institute, Best Project
- 2015 Architectural Engineering Institute, Mechanical Systems Design of Excellence Award
- 2014 AIA Wisconsin Honor Award
- 2014 Daily Reporter/Wisconsin Builder “Top 20 Projects 2013”
Now: Art And Chalk Fest This Weekend At Museum Of Wisconsin Art In West Bend
WEST BEND — Art and Chalk Fest returns to West Bend this weekend. You can watch artists create large-scale works of chalk art right in front of your eyes.
Join the Museum of Wisconsin Art at its annual Art & Chalk Festa live arts weekend on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 2021 in West Bend, Wisconsin.
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This free, outdoor, live-arts festival is set amidst the museums four-acre campus and features some of the best artists from around Wisconsin, and it gives you a look into their process of creating the art.
“People kind of view artwork as this magical process, so seeing the work that actually goes into it, and seeing the different approaches that artists take, and the materials they use, and techniques- I think it’s educational and interesting,” said Ally Wilber, the curator at the Museum of Wisconsin Art.
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There will be 18 chalk artists this year, plus you can see demonstrations from glassblowers, papermakers and pot throwers.
And it’s free to visit the museum exhibits during the two-day festival.
Museum Of Wisconsin Art
The Museum of Wisconsin Art is a museum that collects and exhibits contemporary and historical art from the state of Wisconsin. Its collections include rotating historical and contemporary exhibitions and educational programs. The museum’s One Gallery features solo shows of contemporary Wisconsin artists and arts organizations several times each year.
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Food Trucks & Beer Garden
Food Trucks and Beer Gardens
Art & Chalk Fest features a selection of quality Wisconsin food and craft beer vendors.
Beer GardenEnjoy the festival beer garden featuring a selection of Lakefront Brewery beer. Red and white sangria and non-alcoholic beverages will also be available.
Art & Chalk Fest attendees age 21+ must provide a photo I.D. to request a wrist band at the beer garden to purchase beer and sangria. Alcohol is not permitted outside the festival grounds.
Food TrucksChillwaukee Pops | Falafel Guys | Laughing Mountain Popcorn | Nosh Nook | Pork in the Road | Purple Door Ice Cream | Rise and Shine Food Bus | Rose Golds Bistro
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The Daily Opening Times Of Museum Of Wisconsin Art In West Bend
The following overview lists the visiting hours for Museum of Wisconsin Art in West Bend. The hours of the current day are highlighted. Please note that opening hours on special days or holidays may differ from what is displayed here. We therefore recommend you to always check the opening hours with Museum of Wisconsin Art before your visit.
Want to know when Museum of Wisconsin Art is open? These are the opening hours:
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