Around Town

Rosenquist Fine Art

Fri: 6-9 PM, Sat 12-3 PM
1805 10th Ave., South Milwaukee

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Inspired by the Masters: The Self-Taught Art of Gloria Mather

Celebrate the extraordinary life and artistry of Gloria Mather, whose journey was shaped through her unique dedication to learning by imitation. Discover her stunning oil paintings, from her early works to her own mastery, each a testament to her commitment, creativity, and deep love for art. Join us in honoring Gloria’s legacy — a tribute to the power of self-discipline, inspiration, and the timeless connection between artist and canvas. This is a fundraising event and 70 percent of the proceeds from works sold will be donated to Growing South Milwaukee, LLC, a non-profit organization with many city-improving initiatives.

Adams Garden Park

Fri: 5-7 PM, Sat: 12-3 PM
1836 W. Fond du Lac Ave.

Susan Simensky Bietila

Celebrate the creative practice of Susan Simensky Bietila, a long time friend and collaborator of Milwaukee Water Commons. Sue is a creative force against mining and pipelines that threaten our shared waters. She uses storytelling, zines, printmaking, banner painting, and puppetry. She stood shoulder to shoulder with the Native American Water Protectors in Wisconsin and Michigan and in other movements against injustice impacting our communities and the planet. Make a button and contribute to a collaborative artwork at Gallery Night and Day.

Bronzeville Center For The Arts

Fri: 5:30-7:30 PM
507 W. North Ave. 

Quilting In Contemporary Art: Stitching Our Stories 

Today’s quilt and fiber artists coninue to lean into quilting’s resourceful roots. To be able to carry on conversations and connection with African American ancestors to form their own stories through stitching squares of materials and fabric. These textile artists are building on the narrative potential of quilts to establish a new era that centers on history, cultural heritage and identity in communities where they live.

Fruition MKE

Fri: 5-9 PM (Artist Talk: 7 PM), Sat: 10 AM-3 PM
819 N. 27th St.

Legacy: To Be Continued… 

Completed and in-progress works of Pamela Graham, Symphony Swan, Tiffany Miller, Amirah Graham, Freebird, Rowena & more. Black Women exploring the intersections of self, love, nature and legacy through signs, symbols and synchronicities. Explore art with the sounds of a live DJ. Join the Artist Talk conversation Friday Night at 7 p.m. with participating artists and the audience. Hosted by Fruition MKE, Milwaukee’s only cafe, coworking and creative space.

Haggerty Museum of Art

Fri & Sat: 10 AM-4:30 PM
1234 W. Tory Hill St.

The Big 4-0, Vol. 2: New Views of the Collection

MATC Create Gallery (inside MATC Main Building)

Fri: 5-7PM, Sat: 11AM-2PM
1015 N. 6th St.

Profiles in Education: MATC Create Alumni Exhibit

Milwaukee Area Technical College presents creative works and exhibitions in a variety of mediums from the Alumni of the Creative Arts, Design and Media Pathway. The Create Gallery is located in the M building on MATC’s downtown Milwaukee campus. The gallery is inside the 6th Street Café on the first floor in room M175.

Self-Guided Public Art Tour

Anytime!
Downtown Milwaukee

Self-Guided Public Art Tour

Enjoy the great outdoors during your gallery hop on Friday and Saturday by taking in the public art in the Historic Third Ward, East Town, Westown, Walker’s Point and more! From Sculpture MKE exhibits and Brighten the Passage murals to sculptures, street art, historic figures and more, you can take a walk, catch a ride on The Hop, or grab a Bublr bike or scooter to take in more than 140 public artworks in the 414.

Visit milwaukeedowntown.com/experience/public-art to see a map of all MKE’s public art and choose your own creative adventure. We suggest Isamu Noguchi’s OCTETRA on Broadway in the Third Ward as the perfect place to start!

The Trade Hotel

Fri: 5-9 PM
420 W. Juneau Ave. 

House of RAD Collection at The Trade Hotel 

Uplifting Mansion

Fri: 5-9 PM, Sat: 12-3 PM
3121 W. Wisconsin Ave. 

Momentum 

MOMENTUM: Art of the Near West Side celebrates the remarkable concentration of artistic talent in Milwaukee’s Near West Side neighborhood. Curated by local art advocates Erik Eide of Worldview Art Center and Brad Anthony Bernard of Community Arts & Funk Festival Productions, this exhibition features works across various media and styles. The grand splendor of Uplifting Mansion provides an elegant backdrop for exhibited artworks in a historic destination. As you explore the exhibition, you’ll discover the rich diversity of artistic expression that makes our neighborhood special. During the event, Uplifting Mansion will also formally announce and launch our Artist in Residence program, supporting emerging and established local artists with exhibition space and a six-month stipend.

Wisconsin Avenue Storefront Window

Fri & Sat: All Day
142 W. Wisconsin Ave.

The Same River Twice 

A slow flow of abstractions, all made over the last five years, at/from/of the Milwaukee River nearby.