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Northwood Cameo Plaque

Dating to 1895 and depicting "Venus instructing Cupid," the Northwood Cameo Plaque is unique. Although George Woodall is considered the greatest carver of English cameo glass, John Northwood was one of the first to carve this type of glass and is known to have made only seven works on cameo glass. He sparked a period of Greco-Roman recreations on glass and revitalized British interest in Greco-Roman glass works.

Item Image
cameo plaque
Catalog Number
N37442
Accession Number
28601
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2024 Solar Eclipse Watch

On Monday, April 8, Milwaukee will see its biggest solar eclipse in 70 years!  

MPM is your resource for a safe viewing experience. Visit us or one of the below safe-viewing locations as the moon covers approximately 90% of the sun, clear skies permitting! We’ll have telescopes with special filters as well as eclipse glasses for $2 each (NOTE: Our eclipse viewing glasses are sold out). Cross your fingers for clear skies! 

Educational activities will be available in the event of inclement or cloudy weather. 

 

360 Virtual Exhibit Tours

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MPM is always open in our 360° Virtual Tours!

On these self-led tours, you'll get the chance to explore our exhibits while also getting behind-the-scenes access to interesting collections items, fascinating videos, and links to the exciting research happening at the Milwaukee Public Museum.

Volcanoes - 3D Film

men in mouth of volcanoEarth is a planet born of fire. For billions of years, volcanoes have helped create the world we know.  With over 500 active volcanoes, the Earth is bursting at the seams with these forces of mass construction. The story of volcanoes is the story of the planet’s creation, and the story of us.

With intrepid explorer Carsten Peter, dodge boulders at the edge of an active volcano in Indonesia, descend to a lava lake in Vanuatu, and visit the incredible mineral deposit fields in Ethiopia. Travel across the globe to see the archaeological ghost town of Pompeii and witness the devastating effects of the recent Kilauea eruption in Hawaii. Audiences will be on the edge of their seats as they discover molten worlds and exploding craters in this adrenaline-filled, immersive experience!

Weapons Policy

no weaponsWeapons 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.

MPM Giving Day

MPM Giving DayMPM Giving Day

Thursday, March 12, 2026

Thank you to everyone for supporting the Milwaukee Public Museum during Giving Day 2026. Throughout the day, donors from across our city, state, and beyond showed remarkable generosity.