Group Visits

Group outings are returning!

To begin planning your group visit, please submit a Group Sales Request.

Submit Group Visit Request

Travel back to ancient worlds at our Crossroads of Civilization exhibit or study the science of the Earth’s formation in The Third Planet gallery. MPM has one of the largest and most diverse collections of North American Indian artifacts in the country – making our A Tribute to Survival exhibit a must-see.

With over 150,000 square feet of exhibit space, a real live butterfly garden, and a Planetarium and Dome Theater, we've got something to satisfy every curiosity. 

MPM group visits are perfect for:

• Alumni Groups
• Bank Travel Leisure Groups
• Church and Religious Groups
• Corporate Outings
• Family Reunions
• Motorcoach Groups
• Parks and Recreation
• Private Clubs
• Senior, Boomer, and Young-at-Heart Groups
• Any group of 10+

*K-12 Groups wishing to visit on a weekday, please visit our Field Trips Reservations page.

Discounted group rates:

Adult 18-64: $21
Teen 14-17: $20
Senior 65+: $17
Youth 4-13: $15
Military/College: $17
 

Rates include General Admission and one Planetarium program (available on a first-come, first-served basis).

Add on a Dome Theater show for $6 per guest.

*K-12 Groups wishing to visit on a weekday, please visit our Field Trips Reservations page.

*NEW* GROUP TOUR OPTIONS

• Docent-led tours can be added to a Group Visit for an additional $6 per person.
• Guided tours must be booked at least two weeks in advance of the visit date.
• Groups can book tours for Wednesdays, Thursdays, or Saturdays at 10 a.m. or 2 p.m. Tour times are subject to availability and are only confirmed with a written tour confirmation document. To avoid large crowds, 2 p.m. tours are recommended.
• Tours are limited to 20 attendees or less. For groups larger than 20, groups must be divided into multiple groups and multiple tours booked.
• Four tour options are available:
  • Streets of Old Milwaukee: What was life like in Milwaukee at the turn of the century? How did Milwaukee become the beer capital of the world? From brewers to sausage makers, machinists to grocers, learn about the lasting impact of immigrants who built the city with their skills, grit, and determination. Prepare to immerse yourself in the life and times of days gone by.
  • Legends of the Museum - Timba, Simba, Samson, and More: Have you ever noticed how many animals MPM has in its exhibits? These animals can be found everywhere, from the Arctic to the Streets of Old Milwaukee. Did you know that some of these animals have their very own stories? Learn the fascinating history of some of MPM's most famous animal displays.
  • The City Behind the Streets: Are you ready to discover a Milwaukee you never knew existed? Explore the history of an "open city," where hidden and controversial activities were just as woven into the fabric of this urban metropolis as the neatly presented homes, businesses, and industries in the Streets of Old Milwaukee.
  • Native Women's Clothing Tour: Visiting different Native American Nations, we see a variety of Native women's clothing. Why are these pieces so different? What do they tell us about the people who created them? We will see examples from the 19th and 20th centuries that are aesthetic expressions of culture, identity, and adaptation.
• Please note the above tour options are for non-school groups. For schools, daycares, and home school options, see below for links for information on those options.
• If you are looking for something outside of the above standard options, please note on the Group Visit Request Form your interest in a custom tour!

GROUP SALES POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

• Planetarium programs are available at various times throughout the day on a first-come, first-served basis.
• The Museum requires that you make and prepay your reservation at least two weeks prior to your visit.
• For weekend group programs or home school information, please click here.
• For K-12 groups wishing to visit on a weekday, please click here.
• Discounted rates are valid for prepaid reservations only.
• Groups not pre-registered will be charged full price admission.
• Group Visits are not available on Kohl’s Thank You Thursdays (the first Thursday of each month).

PAYMENTS

All payments are due two weeks prior to arrival. We accept cash, check, Master Card, Visa, Discover Card, and American Express. We do not accept Purchase Orders. Reservations not paid by the due date are subject to cancellation.

CANCELLATIONS, CHANGES, AND REFUNDS

Groups may modify their numbers before payment is received, subject to availability. Please check your numbers carefully. Reservations are non-refundable once payment is received. No individual refunds will be given.

THE MUSEUM MARKETPLACE

Complete your MPM visit with a stop to the Museum Marketplace! Browse the large selection of books, educational kits, toys, and souvenirs for every age level. Remember, students must be accompanied by chaperones in the Marketplace.

DIRECTIONS TO MPM

We are located at 800 West Wells Street, at the corner of James Lovell Drive (7th Street) and Wells. You may also find directions on our Getting Here page.

BUS LOADING/UNLOADING ZONES

• Westside of James Lovell Street at Museum entrance.
• Northside of Wells (now two-way) between James Lovell (7th Street) and 8th Street at MPM entrance.
• There is no onsite bus parking.
• Please refer to the bus guidelines in your confirmation packet for parking instructions. Loading zones are reserved for buses from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Parked or unattended buses in these areas will be ticketed.
• Load/unload 10 minutes before/after arrival times.

ARRIVAL INFORMATION

Group leaders need to check in at the School/Group Pick-up window to acquire wristbands and any Dome Theater tickets.

Let us help you create the perfect experience! To begin planning your visit, submit a Group Sales Request.

Have questions or want to learn more about discounts for groups? Email Kristine Thomsen, Director of Events and Group Sales, at thomsenk@mpm.edu.