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What’s Happening at the Milwaukee Art Museum: June 13-June 19
Welcome to the Summer of CHINA! This weekend marked the official opening of the Museum’s long-anticipated series of exhibitions celebrating 3,000 years of Chinese art and culture. If you haven’t seen it yet, make a point to stop in this … Continue reading
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Tagged Events, Exhibitions, Family Programs, LFOA, News, Summer of CHINA
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“Summer of CHINA” Primer–Scholar’s Rocks
What do you think of when I say rocks? Probably not much of consequence. Rocks scattered on the ground, surrounded by grass and dirt. Perhaps lining a path somewhere. Maybe caught in your shoe. Rocks are not a huge part … Continue reading
From the Collection—“Chippendale” Philadelphia High Chest
If you need an excuse for cake, Thomas Chippendale would have celebrated his 293rd birthday today. Indulge and then come to the Museum’s American Collections Galleries on the Lower Level and appreciate several sumptuous forms of “Chippendale” style furniture. Chippendale was … Continue reading
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Tagged 18th Century Art, American Art, chinoiserie, From the Collection, Furniture, Summer of CHINA
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What’s Happening at the Milwaukee Art Museum: May 30-June 5
Happy Summer to everyone! With Memorial Day marking the unofficial start to summer, the Museum will have expanded hours, and offer free admission to active duty military and their families.
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What’s Happening at the Milwaukee Art Museum: May 23-May 29
On Thursday, May 26, the Museum will host a discussion about the controversy surrounding the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery’s exhibition Hide/Seek: Difference and Desire in American Portraiture at 7:30 p.m. in Lubar Auditorium. The discussion will focus on the removal … Continue reading
