Doors Open at MAM
During this citywide celebration of Milwaukee culture, enjoy free access to the Santiago Calatrava–designed Quadracci Pavilion—and the inspiration it has sparked for 25 years. Discover the story behind one of Milwaukee’s most iconic landmarks through Built to Inspire, a special installation featuring historic photographs, films, an architectural model, an audio tour, and more.
Please help us keep this calendar up to date! If this activity is sold out, canceled, or otherwise needs alteration, email mindy@kidsoutandabout.com so we can update it immediately. If you have a question about the activity itself, please contact the organization administrator listed below.
An admission ticket is required to access the Museum’s collection and exhibition galleries.
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The following activities are free to enjoy; Museum admission is not required.
10 a.m.–5 p.m. | Watch It Started with a Dream and The Story of the Burke Brise Soleil on a continuous loop in Lubar Auditorium.
10 a.m.–5 p.m. | Explore the Built to Inspire installation in Windhover Hall.
11 a.m.–3 p.m. | Join a free docent-led architecture tour of the Quadracci Pavilion. Tours begin on the hour.
Location:
Milwaukee Art Museum, 700 North Art Museum Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53202, United States
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*Times, dates, and prices of any activity posted to our calendars are subject to change. Please be sure to click through directly to the organization’s website to verify.
Dates:
09/26/2026
09/27/2026
Time:
10:00 am–4:00 pm
Ages
All AgesWeb Service