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Weapons Policy
Weapons are not allowed at MPM, regardless of conceal carry.
Patrons are prohibited from endangering the safety of others in any way, including possession of a firearm or weapon of any kind.
If any patron is in possession of a weapon, MPM Security will be called.
Lamp Classifications
Where applicable, the classification of lamps in this collection is based on type designations that were developed by Siegfried Loeshcke, Oscar Broneer, and J.W. Hayes.
Pottery Lamps
Open Saucer and Pinched Nozzle Lamps
Early Learning: Virtual Resources
The Early Learning resource pages are designed for our youngest explorers.
The resources gathered here are developed with a focus on the PreK-K student.
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Picture of the storage place for ritual objects. Inside are stored the masks and suits. The baltu on the outside (painting) has the tadep and kike figure on it. Underneath are the clay pots that are used in the preparation of medicines. This is where the medicines are cooked or prepared. Nigeria, Adamawa Province.
Catalog Number
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Nature & Culture Museum of Wisconsin Frequently Asked Questions
Why is MPM moving?
There are several reasons why MPM is pursuing a new facility, but the most important is that the Museum will not be able to sustain operations into the future in the current building.
The building, constructed in the early 1960s, has approximately $100 million deferred capital maintenance. Milwaukee County, despite its best efforts, simply does not have funds available to maintain the building — akin to the situation at the Domes and other county-owned facilities.
Wisconsin Wonders: Community Leadership
We wish to recognize and thank all of our volunteer leaders–on the MPM Board, Board Committees, and Campaign Cabinet–for their commitment to our future.