Aquae Nguvu Gallery and Studio

Fri: 5-9 PM, Sat: 11 AM-5 PM
207 E. Buffalo St., Suite 130

Being Here Together

Continuing exhibition including works by Desiree Fonseca and
Antonio Testolin.

100% MKE

Fri: 5-9 PM, Sat: 12-4 PM
217 N. Broadway

100% MKE

100% MKE is a new gallery and working studio for emerging artists located above Bavette in the Historic Third Ward. Visitors are welcomed to explore and invest in Milwaukee’s art scene; 100 percent of sales directly benefit artists. Experience works from Kimberly Burnett, Stacey Stewartson, Andrew Megow and Seven from finna studios. Participate in a podcast with Spearhead Conversation’s Xavier Mercado or an impromptu photoshoot with photographer Meg Strobel.

Ascension Third Ward Clinic

Fri: 5-9 pm
174 N. Broadway

Parade of Broken Hearts

Milwaukee father/son duo presenting their unique blend of punk and blue collar to the local community. Using bold colors and visuals, they convey the emotional bonds we share.

Augmented History Walking Tour

Anytime!
Historic Third Ward

Augmented History Walking Tour | Augmented History is a groundbreaking augmented reality project that breathes new life into Milwaukee’s Third Ward by restoring the lost art of historic billboards. It offers a unique blend of history and technology, allowing people to witness Milwaukee’s storied past through the lens of the present on their smartphones.

At the end of the 19th century, the Third Ward was a manufacturing powerhouse; a bustling hub of activity and industry. Today, it has transformed into the city’s vibrant arts and entertainment district. Amidst this modern evolution, the ghost signs on the sides of buildings remain as a silent testament to the area’s rich industrial heritage. These faded advertisements offer a glimpse into a bygone era, standing as historical markers that tell the stories of businesses and communities of the past.

Dubbed “Augmented History,” the project is an ambitious effort to digitally recreate these iconic ghost signs. The digitally recreated signs are now accessible through an augmented reality experience, enabling users to see these pieces of history restored to their original glory on their smartphones.

To engage with Augmented History, users can visit augmentedhistory.org for a unique walking tour. Immediately, their device becomes a window to the past, overlaying the vibrant, restored sign over today’s scenery.

Brisa Do Mar

Fri: 4-10 PM, Sat: 11 AM-10 PM
509 E. Erie St.

Elvias Arte

Abstract bouquets and black and white paintings.

Carolyn Wonders Art Gallery

Fri: 5-9PM, Sat: 1-4PM
The Marshall Building, 207 E. Buffalo St., Suite 508

Last Gallery Night – Moving to Portugal

I am moving to Portugal in June so this will be your last chance to take something home! Several very large pieces are still available.

Evoni Apartments

Fri & Sat: 3-9 PM
615 E. Corcoran St.

Dena Nord

Dena Nord blends design thinking with an organic process to create vivid abstract paintings. Her artwork brings statements to walls by offering visual playgrounds for the eye. She is exhibiting a range of work made over the past decade, including small and large works in acrylic and oil on canvas.

Gallery 218

Fri: 5-10 PM, Sat: 12-5 PM
The Marshall Building, 207 E. Buffalo St., Suite 218

35th Annual An Abstract Nature

Vibrant contemporary art by Judith Hooks, Bernie Newman, Marie Mellott, Tom Friese, Guntis Lauzums, Nancy Huston, Holly Strope and others. Painting, photography, digital art, pastels and printmaking. Friday live jazz by Elevator Trio.

Harmonic Harvest

Fri: 5-9 PM, Sat: 10 AM-4 PM
250 N. Water St.

Renaissance Threads Gallery

Step into Harmonic Harvest’s Renaissance Threads Gallery, where fabric, storytelling and community are woven together. What began as a traveling workshop has found a home in the Third Ward, evolving into a space where art and human connection intertwine. Celebrate one year since the creation of the “Heartbeat of Our Tapestry,” now displayed in our Atelier on the third floor of the Marshall Building. On the first floor, explore completed Silver Lining Stories and fabric art from past workshops, then add your own design to the growing tapestry. On the third floor, witness the tapestries come to life under the direction of local designer Alyssa Neff.

Impenduum

Fri: 5-9 PM, Sat: 12-4 PM
The Marshall Building, 207 E. Buffalo St., Suite 209

Impenduum

Impenduum is a multi-platform design exhibit.

Italian Community Center

Fri: 5-9 PM, Sat: 10 AM-2 PM
631 E. Chicago St.

The Artists from Within

Featuring the works of Jessica Sue Palm, a landscape and abstract artist from Wisconsin. Her paintings are colorful, vivid and beautiful, with collections in floral, trees, spiritual, landscape, abstract and impressionistic art. On Saturday, we welcome Randy Ray, who will give a presentation on genealogy. Ray is a 40-year veteran of genealogy research. Uncover your family’s history, learn who your ancestors are, create your family tree and enhance your identity.

Julius Brown

Fri: 5-9 PM, Sat: 1-4 PM
The Marshall Building, 207 E. Buffalo St., Suite 402

THE OVAL : PART 2

Julius Brown presents additional works from the experimental video series THE OVAL. An unlikely format for video, ovals please the eye by embodying the inherent harmony and balance of the universe. Friday evening will feature a dance performance by Sabrie in unison with the work.

Kashes Collection

Fri: 4-8 PM, Sat: 12-4 PM
The Marshall Building, 207 E. Buffalo St., LL11

The Weight of Air

Showcasing a display of a darker more dramatic collection by ‘Kashes’. With the intention of showing the density of Air yet the vitality of color still brighter than ever.

Kim Storage Gallery

Fri: 5-9 PM, Sat: 11 AM-4 PM (Artist Talk 1 PM)
The Marshall Building, 207 E. Buffalo St., Suite 404

Connections

Jordan Scott’s geometric abstractions repurpose used postage stamps, transforming them into meditative designs, inspired by mandalas, that reflect the interconnectedness of humanity and ideas of the collective unconscious. Each piece weaves stamps into intricate patterns, symbolizing the invisible webs of connection and communication, and evoking the unknown stories behind each original correspondence.

Lash Dolls MKE

Fri: 5-8:30 PM
316 N. Milwaukee St., #501

Krivzz in the City

Local street artist Jake Krason’s latest commissioned pieces will be on display. Plus, hear how Krason and Lash Dolls MKE owner Rebecca Hart were inspired by the theme of empowerment to bring her vision to life through art.

Lela Boutique

Fri: 5-8 PM, 10 AM-6 PM
321 N. Broadway

Smashing Pastels

Enjoy the pastel work of Carol Rode-Curley on Friday night.

Lily Pad | West

Fri: 5-9 PM, Sat: 11 AM-6 PM
215 N. Broadway

Impression & Enchantment: The Artwork of Samir Sammoun and Yana Movchan

Samir Sammoun and Yana Movchan present a striking mix of impressionism and magical realism. “Impression & Enchantment: The Artwork of Samir Sammoun and Yana Movchan” showcases their unique artistic visions, offering an inspiring journey through nature and imagination. Don’t miss the chance to explore their captivating worlds! Both artists will be in the gallery for Gallery Night and Saturday.

MARN ART + CULTURE HUB

Fri: 5-9 PM, Sat: 8 AM-8 PM
191 N. Broadway

ECO Artistic Community Workshop + Panel Discussion

Join us for an artistic community workshop! We are opening our space for hands-on, sustainable art-making. Stop in, get creative and bring in old art supplies to donate for our upcoming eco exhibit. Let’s turn waste into wonder together! Plus, don’t miss our Earth Day Panel Discussion on Saturday at 1 p.m., where experts will explore sustainability in art and design.

Material Studios + Gallery

Fri: 5-9 PM, Sat: 11 AM-4 PM
The Marshall Building, 207 E. Buffalo St., Suite 600

Art Studio Artists

Join us and visit our artist studios! Material Studios + Gallery is over 6,000 square feet of creative, innovative space.

Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design

Fri: 5-9 PM, Sat: 10 AM-5 PM
273 E. Erie St.

2025 MIAD Senior Exhibition

Digital and traditional innovations meet in MIAD’s 2025 Senior Exhibition. The exhibition celebrates works of MIAD’s graduating class of emerging creative professionals representing all of MIAD’s Bachelor of Fine Arts majors, programs and minors. Explore our galleries and meet the class of 2025.

Milwaukee Public Market

Fri: 5-8 PM
400 N. Water St.

Air MKE! – Drone Photography

Experience breathtaking Milwaukee drone photography by talented local pilots. See their stunning images in large format and get to know the creatives behind the lens who capture our city from above.

Milwaukee Sail Loft

Fri: 5-9 PM
649 E. Erie St.

Co-Op Art Gallery

View local art — along with stunning views of the Hoan Bridge — at Milwaukee Sail Loft during Gallery Night MKE. Featuring Dirt Cup Studios, L&D Earring Edit and City Mountain Supply Co.

Oil: A City Gallery

Fri: 5-9 PM, Sat: 11 AM-4 PM
The Marshall Building, 207 E. Buffalo St., Suite 120

Spring Showers

Water-themed paintings from founding artist Hal Koenig, resident artist Richard Patt and exhibit artists David Sear and Charlie Irmiger, plus “spring cleaning” tag reductions on vintage originals.

Outdoor Paintings

Outdoor Paintings

The Historic Third Ward Association — in conjunction with MIAD — unveiled four new large-scale outdoor paintings in the Third Ward in fall 2024.

View the new works on the exterior walls of the following buildings: Cafe Benelux (326 N. Broadway), MIAD (273 E. Erie St.), Broadway Theatre Center (158 N. Broadway) and Ascension Third Ward (174 N. Broadway).

The outdoor paintings include:

John Kowalczyk’s “Foxes and Friends”
Broadway Theatre Center, 158 N. Broadway
Sponsored by 333 Water
Artist Statement: “Foxes and Friends features some of the beautiful wildlife you might find along the lakefront in Milwaukee. Foxes are extremely adaptable and can thrive in various environments inspiring us to embrace change with grace and playfulness. Monarch butterflies are symbols of rebirth and transformation. It is delightful to encounter both in our urban environment. I believe in the power of art to connect, build community and spread joy.”

Caroline Ferrero’s “Flying Colors”
Ascension Third Ward, 174 N. Broadway
Sponsored by Tim and Sue Frautschi
Artist Statement: “I appreciate the unique details of the birds that find residence in Wisconsin at various times of the year. Seeing two or more species together is always a special event, because they bring beauty along with their distinctiveness. My mural brings together the Robin, Northern Cardinal, American Goldfinch, Evening Grosbeak and Baltimore Oriole to represent the diverse people who fly to and from Milwaukee. The hands represent the people of Milwaukee reaching toward and welcoming these visitors. That is the beauty of Milwaukee — a mix of people that come and go. However, it is the culture and community, bound by different colored swirls, that influence and inspire us to learn more about each other.”

Erin Eastham’s “Birds of Wisconsin and the Great Lakes”
Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design, 273 E. Erie St.
Sponsored by Brian and Laura (Armstrong) Montgomery
Artist Statement: “I have always enjoyed seeing animals and incorporating them in the pieces I make. Since moving to Milwaukee I was surprised by how many bird species and waterfowl visit Wisconsin for the waterways and the lakes. We see seagulls and other birds almost every day in the city, and I wanted to showcase the beauty of these animals that I feel is often overlooked.”

Rachel McNeilly’s “Milwaukee Strong!”
Café Benelux, 326 N. Broadway
Sponsored by The Krei Family (Ken, Andrew and Margaret)
Artist Statement: In April 1945, a lone duck nest was found under the Wisconsin Avenue Bridge, nine eggs nestled within. Despair, exhaustion and uncertainty fogged Milwaukee as WWII neared its end. However, this little nest, alongside the duck who built it — lovingly named Gertie — had shone a new light of hope into the city. The nest was carefully watched over by Boy Scouts and a Wisconsin Humane Society Officer, and eventually six of the nine eggs hatched, each duckling receiving their own name. Gertie and her family became a Milwaukee sensation, visited by over 2 million fans. In this painting, Gertie is recreating the iconic Rosie the Riveter pose to symbolize her significance in reigniting the hope and strength to the Milwaukee community during the final moments of WWII.”

Pamela Anderson Studio + Gallery

Fri: 5-9 PM, Sat: 11 AM-4 PM
The Marshall Building, 207 E. Buffalo St., Suite 600

New Home

I am thrilled to share that I’ve relocated to a new creative space! You can now find me back at Material Studios + Gallery on the vibrant 6th Floor. My new studio feels like home, and I’d be delighted to have you visit and experience it firsthand.

Portrait Society Gallery of Contemporary Art

Fri: 5-8 PM, Sat: 11 AM-5 PM
The Marshall Building, 207 E. Buffalo St., 5th Floor

Behold: Art and Faith

“Behold” is a group exhibition exploring the intersections of art and faith. A remarkable range of belief systems are considered. Curtis Wilks created more than 100 paintings of Biblical verse while incarcerated. Contemporary artist and Nohl Fellow Margaret Griffin considers spiritual and bodily protection. Meg Lionel Murphy’s work employs Medieval tropes and the symbolism of amulets. Also included are Buddhist priest/painter Michael Newhall, Bernard Gilardi, Kurt Divine, Emil Ferris, Steve Burnham, and Rosemary Ollison.

Sadler Gallery

Fri: 5-9 PM, Sat: 12-3 PM
The Marshall Building, 207 E. Buffalo St., Suite 200

Spring Tingles

Showcasing local, national and international artists and artisans; Sadler Gallery features a variety of fine artwork in painting, sculpture, prints and woodwork. The whimsical oil paintings of Rita Maria present a playful glimpse into the secret conversations and quiet companionship between cats and crows. The natural resplendence of wood, grain and texture is the wellspring for artist Lisa Brobst. These functional art pieces evoke a sense of beauty while they integrate into everyday life. Bridget Griffith Evans explores vibrant color stories found in unexpected places. These vivid paintings draw inspiration from the city’s streets, run-down buildings, nature, thrift stores, bakeries and a toy box. Artist Jody Reid delves into the mystery of human connections. Love, beauty and the balance between life and death are examined in these finely detailed oil paintings. The pop-expressionist paintings of Eric Oates attempt an artistic resolution to a Voight-Kampff test by way of flavorful color and familiar faces.

TerraSol Dispensary

Fri: 4-9 PM, Sat: 10 AM-4PM
240 N. Milwaukee St., Suite 101

Variety of Local Artists

Join us at TerraSol Dispensary as we host our third Gallery Night MKE! Explore the works of our collective of amazing local artists who have immersed themselves fully into their craft – enjoy live painting, interactive art, music and ambiance!

The Catacombs of Neto / Las Catacumbas de Neto

Fri-Sat: 1-8 PM
The Marshall Building, 207 E. Buffalo St., St LL18

“Woman, Mother of Creation”

This exhibition stands as a tribute to honor the indomitable strength, creativity and spirit of women through the eyes of Neto Atkinson. It celebrates the endless source of power and inspiration that women have in the world — whether through the act of motherhood, the creation of ideas or the making of new worlds; in art, science, culture and everything that surrounds us.

The District Row

Fri: 5-9PM
249 N. Water St.

SGG Studio – Wickedly Good

Challenging perception through a playful “What if?” approach, Wisconsin native Sammy Girouard reimagines the world with a mix of dark, sexy, and humorous themes infused with a retro aesthetic. Their work explores empowerment, the mysterious and the unexpected, proving what seems “dark” or “taboo” can be fun and thought-provoking. Primarily using digital media — while replicating traditional textures of charcoal, graphite and ink — they blend vintage influences with modern ideas. Their art invites viewers to see things differently, embracing multiple perspectives and the joy of curiosity. After all, there’s always more than one way to look at something — so…”What if…?”

The Kimpton Journeyman Hotel

Fri-Sat: All Day
310 E. Chicago St.

Pop-Up Show

Explore a selection of artworks curated by Lily Pad Gallery at The Kimpton Journeyman Hotel. The hotel’s lobby gallery showcases the vibrant talent of Milwaukee artists with a diverse collection that rotates each month.

Tory Folliard Gallery

Fri: 5-8 PM, Sat: 11 AM-4 PM
233 N. Milwaukee St.

Guzzo Pinc: My Body is a Lake and TD Brenner: Spring Fever

Wisconsin painter Guzzo Pinc blends bold colors with graphic elements to create dynamic abstract compositions that blur the boundaries between abstraction, figuration, pattern and decoration. Drawing inspiration from graphic design, skateboards, comic books and pop art, Pinc’s lush tapestry paintings on jute and canvas are visually striking and immersive. The exhibition focuses on the landscape theme, reimagined through Pinc’s distinctive and energetic style. Wisconsin painter TD Brenner draws inspiration from everyday life, blending modern art with naïve and primitive styles. He works in series to refine his visual language, capturing the essence of the Midwest through objects,
animals and people.

Historic Third Ward

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