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Throughout 2026—the Museum's last year open in the current building—we're honoring our iconic exhibits with five different month-long celebrations!Upcoming Events
CANstruction Milwaukee Exhibition
February 1-February 16, 2026*
View colorful and creative sculptures—each made of at least 1,000 canned and non-perishable food items—created by teams of local leaders in architecture, engineering, and construction. Located in the Steigleder Special Exhibits Gallery on MPM's Second Floor.
*MPM closed Tuesdays
Food & Froth: Cheers to the Years!
Saturday, February 21, 2026
7-9:30 p.m.
Raise a glass and toast to tradition! MPM is throwing one final Food & Froth in our current home. Enjoy the Museum's three floors of exhibits after-hours, while sampling delicious brews and bites from dozens of local breweries and restaurants.
Note: All General Admission tickets to this event are sold out. Limited quantities remain for the VIP Experience.
Saturday Series: Celebrating Black History
February 28 and March 7, 2026
In honor of Black History Month, visitors are invited to attend a 60-minute workshop about African art, go on a guided exhibit tour about African and African American history, and bring the little ones to story and activity time that celebrates Black history. All programming offered at the Museum on both Saturday dates.
Dogs Help People Tour
Thursday, March 5, Saturday, March 7, Saturday, March 14, and Saturday, March 28
11-11:30 a.m.
This 30-minute tour is designed for families with young children. Join our docents as they explore some of MPM's exhibits that depict dogs assisting people in various tasks. The tour includes ample engagement from participants. Meet at the Third Floor elevator lobby to enjoy this tour!
The Intro: Diorama-RAMA
Saturday, March 14, 2026
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
During this kickoff celebration of MPM's Diorama-RAMA Greatest Hit, visitors can stop by interactive stations throughout the exhibit floors as we go behind the scenes on just a few of the many elements that bring our dioramas to life.
MPM Exposed: Exhibit Easter Eggs
March 14 and 26, April 9 and 16
5:30 and 6:30 p.m.
Join us for a guided one-hour tour that tells exclusive stories about who designed our dioramas, how they were made, and what “Easter eggs” are hidden within. This tour is for adults, 18+.
$10/person
Mystery at MPM
Friday, March 20, 2026
7-10 p.m.
Explore the mysterious side of MPM as you put your sleuthing skills to the test. The theme this time is Diorama-RAMA. Participants will follow a series of clues hidden within MPM's famous Milwaukee-style dioramas and enjoy the opportunity to get up close and personal with one (or more) of MPM's rarely seen objects.
Spring Break Diorama Workshop and Showcase
March 30-April 3, 2026 (MPM closed Tuesdays)
10 a.m.-noon and 1-3 p.m.
Make MPM part of your spring break plans and stop by our diorama workspace to design your own MPM-inspired pieces to add to our communal diorama. We'll also teach you a little about the secrets of Museum artistry, using examples from our own exhibits.
From April 1 to 3, visitors will also have the chance to view the impressive mini-dioramas created by local artists and hobbyists as part of the 10th Annual Milwaukee Diorama-RAMA Contest.
Located in the Steigleder Special Exhibits Gallery
Diorama-RAMA Contest
Tuesday, March 31
6-8:30 p.m.
MPM is partnering to host the 10-year anniversary of the 1st National Diorama Month Diorama-Rama! Local artists will create and display their mini-dioramas inspired by MPM's famous Milwaukee-style dioramas. Visitors can vote for their favorite dioramas.
Tickets: $10 adults, $5 children 13 and under
Mystery at MPM: Family Edition
Saturday, April 11, and May 2, 2026
6-8:30pm
Explore the mysterious side of MPM as you put your sleuthing skills to the test. The theme this time is Diorama-RAMA. Participants will follow a series of family-friendly clues hidden within MPM's famous Milwaukee-style dioramas and enjoy the opportunity to get up close and personal with one (or more) of MPM's rarely seen objects.
Sustainer+ and Lifetime presale February 18-24; public sale starts February 25
The Finale: Diorama-RAMA
Saturday, April 11, 2026
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
During the closeout celebration of MPM's Diorama-RAMA Greatest Hit, visitors can stop by interactive stations throughout the exhibit floors as we go behind the scenes on just a few of the many elements that bring our dioramas to life.
Member Mornings
Saturdays and Sundays
9-10 a.m.
Every weekend, MPM members enjoy early access to the entire Museum before it opens to the general public.
Kohl's Thank You Thursdays
First Thursday of every month
All visitors (excluding groups) receive FREE admission to MPM's exhibits on the first Thursday of every month thanks to generous support from Kohl's Cares.
Planetarium
Now Showing at the Daniel M. Soref Theater and Planetarium
Check out the Planetarium programs and giant films playing daily.
January 23, 2026 to June 12, 2026
| 10:30 a.m. | Wisconsin Stargazing |
| 11:10 a.m. | Serengeti: Journey to the Heart of Africa |
| 12:10 p.m. | A to Z Astronomy! |
| 12:50 p.m. | Ocean Odyssey |
| 1:50 p.m. | Wisconsin Stargazing |
| 2:30 p.m. | Serengeti: Journey to the Heart of Africa |
| 3:30 p.m. | A to Z Astronomy! |
| 4:10 p.m. | Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon* |
* Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon will also play on the last Friday night of the month at 6 & 7 p.m.
(Dates are January 30, February 27, March 27, April 24, & May 29)
Ongoing Programs and Initiatives
Science on Tap
Grab a brew (or root-brew!) and meet us at the Museum or online to listen to a lecture from some of the best minds in natural and cultural sciences. Lectures are scheduled every couple of months.
Summer Connections
MPM's annual summer initiative provides free, educational programming and access to the Museum for K-8 students throughout Milwaukee in coordination with community partners.
Wisconsin Statewide Community Science Project
This community-based initiative seeks to make science accessible to a broader audience throughout Wisconsin, even nationally, so the public can feel trust towards science by participating directly in it. The data is then used for future research.
MPM Book Club
A volunteer-led monthly program that invites interested adults to join lively monthly discussions about nonfiction books of a scientific nature that relate to Museum exhibits, research, or programs.
360 Virtual Exhibit Tours
Experts at MPM
Native American Heritage
Black History Month
Hispanic Heritage Month
AANHPI Heritage Month
LGBTQ+ History Month