A city of distinctive culture, history and architecture, Milwaukee fosters cultural and historical expression. Revel in live theater, delight in a gallery show or enjoy a stroll through the many historic neighborhoods.
• Museums
• Theater/Orchestra/Ballet
• Historic Milwaukee
America's Black Holocaust Museum
Founded in 1988, America’s Black Holocaust Museum seeks to educate Americans of the injustices suffered by people of African-American heritage, and encourages individuals to re-evaluate their positions on racism in America.
Betty Brinn Children’s Museum
A place to play and learn! Children 10 and under will love the interactive exhibits and hands-on learning at Milwaukee’s only children’s museum.
Discovery World at Pier Wisconsin
Fascinating for any age, Discovery World is the newest addition to Milwaukee’s growing lakefront and offers an intriguing look at how our lives and the natural world connect.
Institute of Visual Arts at UW
Milwaukee Vogel Hall—Contemporary visual culture at its finest!
Milwaukee Art Museum
Nationally acclaimed, this lakefront jewel was designed by renowned Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava. Don’t miss the opening or closing of our one-of-a-kind Burke Brise Soleil, a sunscreen that twice daily becomes a moving sculpture!
Milwaukee Public Museum
The Milwaukee Public Museum is one of the largest museums of human and natural history in the United States. Tour the museum's 150,000 square feet of exhibit space and visit Africa, Asia, Europe, the Arctic, South and Middle America, the Pacific Islands and a Costa Rican rain forest!
Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum
This Italian, Renaissance-style villa on Milwaukee’s lakefront features fine and decorative arts from the 15th-18th centuries. A must see for both the art and the view of the lake!
William F. Eisner Museum of Advertising & Design
The only museum of its kind, the Eisner takes you on a journey through the history of advertising and design in America and showcases the incredible impact it has had on our lives.
The Milwaukee Ballet
Founded in 1970, the Milwaukee Ballet is ranked among the top 12 companies in the country. Check out one of the more than 40 exciting performances each season at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts.
Milwaukee Repertory Theater
The Repertory Theater is a nationally recognized theater company that presents critically acclaimed selections of compelling dramas, powerful classics, award-winning contemporary works and lively cabaret shows.
Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra
One of the most acclaimed orchestras in the county, MSO continues to thrive as a cornerstone organization in Milwaukee’s growing arts community.
Numerous art galleries, such as the David Barnett Gallery, Artasia Gallery & Museum and many more.
Skylight Opera Theatre
Founded in 1959, the Skylight offers a wide and diverse repertoire of musical theatre, including classic and contemporary works, as well as original musical revues.
Captain Frederick Pabst Mansion
The glorious home of Captain Frederick Pabst, world-famous businessman and philanthropist, this mansion is open for tours and represents the epitome of America’s Gilded Age in Milwaukee.
Historic cathedrals and chapels
Milwaukee boasts several historic churches, such as the Basilica of St. Josaphat, Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, Gesu Church and the St. Joan of Arc Chapel.
Revitalized historic neighborhoods
such as the Historic Third Ward, Old World Third Street, Brady Street, Walker's Point, and Riverwest. These streets and neighborhoods are a destination in themselves!
photo courtesy of Spirit of Milwaukee
photo courtesy of VisitMilwaukee.org
photo courtesy of VisitMilwaukee.org