Black Cat Alley is Milwaukee's East Side outdoor gallery of giant murals, stacking 21 pieces by 24 artists from across the globe. Make a…
E Ivanhoe Pl (Milwaukee) · ✓ checked Jul 31
“Black Cat Alley is Milwaukee's East Side outdoor gallery of giant murals, stacking 21 pieces by 24 artists from across the globe. Make a mini field trip this week to catch Arcadia Melster's new 2026 "Up Up and Away" and Jeremy Novy's refreshed "Koi", then argue over your favorite.”
Charles Allis Art Museum packs 19th-century French and American paintings plus eclectic works into a gorgeous 1911 Milwaukee mansion…
1801 N Prospect Ave (Milwaukee)
“Charles Allis Art Museum packs 19th-century French and American paintings plus eclectic works into a gorgeous 1911 Milwaukee mansion designed by Alexander Eschweiler. Rotating exhibitions, intimate docent tours, and the occasional offbeat program make it a worthy art fix when you need a quick city escape.”
Craving a quick culture hit without trekking to Chicago? Milwaukee Art Museum pairs a large Georgia O’Keeffe collection with other A-list…
700 N Art Museum Dr (Milwaukee)
“Craving a quick culture hit without trekking to Chicago? Milwaukee Art Museum pairs a large Georgia O’Keeffe collection with other A-list art inside the gleaming Calatrava lakefront landmark, making it an easy day-brightener for Kenosha folks who want inspiration, not hassle.”
Signature Dance Company offers dance classes alongside health and fitness sessions, plus enrollment and events to keep you moving. If…
527 N 27th St (Milwaukee)
“Signature Dance Company offers dance classes alongside health and fitness sessions, plus enrollment and events to keep you moving. If you’ve been meaning to stretch, sweat, or finally learn that combo living rent-free in your head, this is your cue to sign up and get inspired.”
Remodeled from the legendary Gary Allen Dance Studio space, Dance Studio 611 is where Milwaukeeans shake off stress, learn something new,…
611 S Layton Blvd (Milwaukee) · ✓ checked Aug 7
“Remodeled from the legendary Gary Allen Dance Studio space, Dance Studio 611 is where Milwaukeeans shake off stress, learn something new, and actually have fun doing it, with group and private lessons, social dance parties, wedding packages, and a full calendar that keeps your feet busy this week.”
Soak up classic Milwaukee charm at Villa Terrace Museum & Gardens, a lakeside Italianate villa with a Renaissance garden, masterful Colnik…
2220 N Terrace Ave (Milwaukee)
“Soak up classic Milwaukee charm at Villa Terrace Museum & Gardens, a lakeside Italianate villa with a Renaissance garden, masterful Colnik ironwork, and exhibitions like Susan Falkman: From Italy to Milwaukee and Jan Serr.”
Milwaukee’s own larger-than-life nod to the Bucks, Giannis Mural is a 54-foot portrait by artist Mauricio Ramirez of NBA superstar Giannis…
600 E Wisconsin Ave (Milwaukee) · ✓ checked Sep 12
“Milwaukee’s own larger-than-life nod to the Bucks, Giannis Mural is a 54-foot portrait by artist Mauricio Ramirez of NBA superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo on the east side of the 600 EAST building, finished in May 2022. It’s a quick downtown morale boost, perfect pre-game stroll or mid-lunch pick-me-up.”
Whether you grew up here or just want fresh bragging rights at trivia night, Galloway House & Village Tours walks you through a stately…
336 Old Pioneer Rd
“Whether you grew up here or just want fresh bragging rights at trivia night, Galloway House & Village Tours walks you through a stately historic home and a whole mini village, with rotating exhibits and special programs that make Fond du Lac’s past feel neighborly and alive.”
From the Fond du Lac newsletter, September 20, 2026
Betty Brinn Children's Museum turns kid energy into actual learning with hands-on exhibits that stretch imaginations from science tinkering…
929 E Wisconsin Ave (Milwaukee) · ✓ checked Aug 7
“Betty Brinn Children's Museum turns kid energy into actual learning with hands-on exhibits that stretch imaginations from science tinkering to artsy make-believe, plus music, storytelling and creative workshops.”
Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts is an intimate spot where concerts, films, and art exhibits feel close-up in the best way. When you need…
51 Sheboygan St
“Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts is an intimate spot where concerts, films, and art exhibits feel close-up in the best way. When you need a culture refresh midweek, check their calendar or book it for a private event and keep the night local.”
From the Fond du Lac newsletter, September 14, 2026
When the kids have energy to spare, Children's Museum of Fond du Lac delivers interactive exhibits, early learning classes, and a big…
75 W Scott St
“When the kids have energy to spare, Children's Museum of Fond du Lac delivers interactive exhibits, early learning classes, and a big fenced outdoor play space that turns wiggles into real learning, plus special programs and birthday parties that make it a reliable, hometown go-to.”
From the Fond du Lac newsletter, September 22, 2026
Remind yourself why this city hums at idle with a visit to the Harley-Davidson Museum, the world’s only H-D Museum where 120+ years of…
400 W Canal St (Milwaukee) · ✓ checked Aug 7
“Remind yourself why this city hums at idle with a visit to the Harley-Davidson Museum, the world’s only H-D Museum where 120+ years of innovation, rebellion, and self-expression come to life.”
Discovery World blends a lakefront aquarium with hands-on tech and innovation exhibits, all anchored in Great Lakes conservation. From…
500 N Harbor Dr (Milwaukee)
“Discovery World blends a lakefront aquarium with hands-on tech and innovation exhibits, all anchored in Great Lakes conservation. From interactive galleries to splashy tanks and kiddo-approved camps, it’s a go-to when you want curious minds (yours included) buzzing, not just scrolling.”
From the Fond du Lac newsletter, September 4, 2026
Zamora Academy of Dance & Performance teaches salsa with style, from Ladies Styling and Spin Technique On2 to performance teams, plus…
6830 W Lincoln Ave (Milwaukee)
“Zamora Academy of Dance & Performance teaches salsa with style, from Ladies Styling and Spin Technique On2 to performance teams, plus private lessons. Prepping for a wedding or quinceañera, or just craving smoother turns, this is your weekly excuse to move, laugh, and actually nail that spot-on spin.”
Grohmann Museum turns the history of getting stuff done into genuinely engaging art, with more than 2,000 paintings, sculptures, and works…
1000 N Broadway (Milwaukee)
“Grohmann Museum turns the history of getting stuff done into genuinely engaging art, with more than 2,000 paintings, sculptures, and works on paper, plus a rooftop sculpture garden that feels like a quiet skyline break. If you geek out on craft, industry, or easy Milwaukee day trips, put it on your list.”
Milwaukee-based Danceworks, Inc. is a nonprofit dance hub offering studio classes for all ages, drop-in adult sessions, private lessons,…
325 W Walnut St (Milwaukee)
“Milwaukee-based Danceworks, Inc. is a nonprofit dance hub offering studio classes for all ages, drop-in adult sessions, private lessons, and performances. Fall/Winter registration is open and classes start September 8, 2026, worth the quick run south when you need to shake off the week.”
From the Fond du Lac newsletter, September 13, 2026
“Greetings from MKE” Mural by Fred Kaems](https://fredkaems.com/) turns a wall into a giant love letter to the city, bright, bold, and…
215 W Florida St (Milwaukee)
“com/) turns a wall into a giant love letter to the city, bright, bold, and seriously photogenic. Sneak it into your next Milwaukee errand loop for a fast hit of hometown pride, no filter required.”
If you’ve been meaning to try a class or level up your technique, Academy of Dance Arts delivers high-quality training in a positive…
9036 N 51st St (Milwaukee)
“If you’ve been meaning to try a class or level up your technique, Academy of Dance Arts delivers high-quality training in a positive atmosphere with an extraordinary, diverse team of pros. Whether you’re eyeing a career or chasing poise and fitness, make your move this week and let confidence start here.”
If you haven’t wandered the exhibits at Fond du Lac County Historical Society - Blakely Museum lately, consider this your nudge. Peek…
336 Old Pioneer Rd
“If you haven’t wandered the exhibits at Fond du Lac County Historical Society - Blakely Museum lately, consider this your nudge. Peek inside the Galloway House, stroll the historic village, and catch rotating displays and talks that make local lore feel fresh, neighborly, and weirdly addictive.”
Milwaukee Public Museum is your excuse to nerd out this week, with exhibit tours, Saturday theme days, and planetarium shows on the big…
800 W Wells St (Milwaukee)
“Milwaukee Public Museum is your excuse to nerd out this week, with exhibit tours, Saturday theme days, and planetarium shows on the big dome, plus collections spanning anthropology to zoology. Go now and savor a classic before the new Nature & Culture Museum of Wisconsin opens in 2027.”
