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Sculpture Milwaukee presents public art exhibitions spread over two miles of sidewalks and other spaces in downtown Milwaukee, the Historic Third Ward, and beyond.
There are two full exhibitions currently on view. Actual Fractals, Act I and II. Curated by John Riepenhoff, both exhibitions feature artworks in a range of mediums that rescale our expectations of contemporary sculpture. In addition, there are still works on view form our 2022-23 exhibition, Nature Doesn't Know About Us, curated by Ugo Rondinone, as well as works on permanent display acquired from previous exhibitions part of our Legacy Artworks.
See the map below to plan your next visit to view world-class sculpture.
Explore the What's on view
Getting here & FAQs
By foot
Milwaukee's downtown is incredibly walkable. Start on the West End and work your way to east to end your self-guided tour along the lakefront.
By car
Use the map to get locations and directions to each individual sculpture.
By bike
Bring your own bike or rent one from a bike-share app.
By bus
Many buses intersect the exhibition including: 12, 15, 30, 30X, 57, 80 Green, Gold, Blue. Download the MCTS Rider app for schedules, stops, and tickets.
By rail
Milwaukee's streetcar The Hop is free to ride and takes pedestrians throughout Downtown.
The Amtrak Hiawatha service runs daily trips between Milwaukee and Chicago. Milwaukee Intermodal Station is only a few block south of the exhibition.
By foot
Milwaukee's downtown is incredibly walkable. Start on the West End and work your way to east to end your self-guided tour along the lakefront.
By car
Use the map to get locations and directions to each individual sculpture.
By bike
Bring your own bike or rent one from a bike-share app.
By bus
Many buses intersect the exhibition including: 12, 15, 30, 30X, 57, 80 Green, Gold, Blue. Download the MCTS Rider app for schedules, stops, and tickets.
By rail
Milwaukee's streetcar The Hop is free to ride and takes pedestrians throughout Downtown.
The Amtrak Hiawatha service runs daily trips between Milwaukee and Chicago. Milwaukee Intermodal Station is only a few block south of the exhibition.
By foot
Milwaukee's downtown is incredibly walkable. Start on the West End and work your way to east to end your self-guided tour along the lakefront.
By car
Use the map to get locations and directions to each individual sculpture.
By bike
Bring your own bike or rent one from a bike-share app.
By bus
Many buses intersect the exhibition including: 12, 15, 30, 30X, 57, 80 Green, Gold, Blue. Download the MCTS Rider app for schedules, stops, and tickets.
By rail
Milwaukee's streetcar The Hop is free to ride and takes pedestrians throughout Downtown.
The Amtrak Hiawatha service runs daily trips between Milwaukee and Chicago. Milwaukee Intermodal Station is only a few block south of the exhibition.
Where should I park?
Metered street parking is available along the exhibition route. To pay, use the meters on the sidewalk or download the MKE Park app.
There is generally a two hour maximum for street parking. Keep in mind that parking is generally free after 6pm, and free all day on Sunday. For complete details always defer to posted signage.
Paid Parking Garages + Lots we recommend:
The Pfister Hotel Self-Park Garage (421 E Mason St, Milwaukee, WI 53202)
The Hilton Milwaukee Parking Garage (600-630 N 5th St, Milwaukee, WI 53203)
For a complete list of parking lots and structures click here.
Where's the bathroom?
Due to the unique nature of our exhibition, we do not offer designated public restrooms.
We invite you to stop in one of the many cafes, businesses or hotels along our route. These businesses have public restrooms available with a purchase.
East Town:
The Pfister Hotel features public and handicap accessible bathrooms available from the lobby. While you’re there check out their incredible artist-in-residency program and refresh with a beverage from their cafe or bar.
West Town:
The Hilton City Center Hotel bathrooms are accessible from the main lobby.
Third Ward:
The Milwaukee Public Market bathrooms are located on the second level, which can be accessed by stairs or elevator.
How do we select artists?
Our curatorial team works with galleries, organizations, businesses, and curators, and artists to makes the decisions about the artworks we bring to Milwaukee. At this time we do not accept submissions from artists directly.
Viewing by car
The majority of the work can be viewed from a vehicle, but as our exhibition is along busy urban streets, it’s important to stay vigilant, obey all traffic laws, and avoid high-traffic times. Our sculptures are on view 24/7, and are lit at night. We suggest a driving tour during early morning, mid-afternoon, or later in the evening.
Some works are not viewable from the street level.
Is this art ours?
To know if something you see if a part of Sculpture Milwaukee, this is how you can tell.
1. All Sculpture Milwaukee artworks are accompanied by a object label with text about the artwork
2. Check the map for all our currently on view artworks
Where should I park?
Metered street parking is available along the exhibition route. To pay, use the meters on the sidewalk or download the MKE Park app.
There is generally a two hour maximum for street parking. Keep in mind that parking is generally free after 6pm, and free all day on Sunday. For complete details always defer to posted signage.
Paid Parking Garages + Lots we recommend:
The Pfister Hotel Self-Park Garage (421 E Mason St, Milwaukee, WI 53202)
The Hilton Milwaukee Parking Garage (600-630 N 5th St, Milwaukee, WI 53203)
For a complete list of parking lots and structures click here.
Where's the bathroom?
Due to the unique nature of our exhibition, we do not offer designated public restrooms.
We invite you to stop in one of the many cafes, businesses or hotels along our route. These businesses have public restrooms available with a purchase.
East Town:
The Pfister Hotel features public and handicap accessible bathrooms available from the lobby. While you’re there check out their incredible artist-in-residency program and refresh with a beverage from their cafe or bar.
West Town:
The Hilton City Center Hotel bathrooms are accessible from the main lobby.
Third Ward:
The Milwaukee Public Market bathrooms are located on the second level, which can be accessed by stairs or elevator.
How do we select artists?
Our curatorial team works with galleries, organizations, businesses, and curators, and artists to makes the decisions about the artworks we bring to Milwaukee. At this time we do not accept submissions from artists directly.
Viewing by car
The majority of the work can be viewed from a vehicle, but as our exhibition is along busy urban streets, it’s important to stay vigilant, obey all traffic laws, and avoid high-traffic times. Our sculptures are on view 24/7, and are lit at night. We suggest a driving tour during early morning, mid-afternoon, or later in the evening.
Some works are not viewable from the street level.
Is this art ours?
To know if something you see if a part of Sculpture Milwaukee, this is how you can tell.
1. All Sculpture Milwaukee artworks are accompanied by a object label with text about the artwork
2. Check the map for all our currently on view artworks
Where should I park?
Metered street parking is available along the exhibition route. To pay, use the meters on the sidewalk or download the MKE Park app.
There is generally a two hour maximum for street parking. Keep in mind that parking is generally free after 6pm, and free all day on Sunday. For complete details always defer to posted signage.
Paid Parking Garages + Lots we recommend:
The Pfister Hotel Self-Park Garage (421 E Mason St, Milwaukee, WI 53202)
The Hilton Milwaukee Parking Garage (600-630 N 5th St, Milwaukee, WI 53203)
For a complete list of parking lots and structures click here.
Where's the bathroom?
Due to the unique nature of our exhibition, we do not offer designated public restrooms.
We invite you to stop in one of the many cafes, businesses or hotels along our route. These businesses have public restrooms available with a purchase.
East Town:
The Pfister Hotel features public and handicap accessible bathrooms available from the lobby. While you’re there check out their incredible artist-in-residency program and refresh with a beverage from their cafe or bar.
West Town:
The Hilton City Center Hotel bathrooms are accessible from the main lobby.
Third Ward:
The Milwaukee Public Market bathrooms are located on the second level, which can be accessed by stairs or elevator.
How do we select artists?
Our curatorial team works with galleries, organizations, businesses, and curators, and artists to makes the decisions about the artworks we bring to Milwaukee. At this time we do not accept submissions from artists directly.
Viewing by car
The majority of the work can be viewed from a vehicle, but as our exhibition is along busy urban streets, it’s important to stay vigilant, obey all traffic laws, and avoid high-traffic times. Our sculptures are on view 24/7, and are lit at night. We suggest a driving tour during early morning, mid-afternoon, or later in the evening.
Some works are not viewable from the street level.
Is this art ours?
To know if something you see if a part of Sculpture Milwaukee, this is how you can tell.
1. All Sculpture Milwaukee artworks are accompanied by a object label with text about the artwork
2. Check the map for all our currently on view artworks
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Julie & David Uihlein*
Lacey Sadoff Foundation
presenting
Collaborator
Betty Arndt
City of Milwaukee Arts Board
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leader
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Heil Family Foundation
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Exhibition Partner
Visionary
George & Karen Oliver
sculpture
Wayne & Lori Morgan
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Hawks Landscaping
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We work with trusted community partners to ensure great contemporary art is accessible to all.
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We work with trusted community partners to ensure great contemporary art is accessible to all.
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