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Photography and Filming Policy
The primary purpose of the Milwaukee Public Museum is to preserve and interpret our historical and scientific heritage through research, collection, education, and exhibition.
We welcome the opportunity to expand our educational mission by allowing photography/filming at the Museum. Please review the outlined policies to ensure that all participants have an enjoyable, safe visit.
Planetarium Newsletter - February 2024
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Cosmic Curiosities
“May you build a ladder to the stars
Lunar Eclipse
Bundle up and visit us on Sunday, January 20 in downtown Milwaukee to view the lunar eclipse!
Planetarium Director Bob Bonadurer will have telescopes set up to view the heavenly show by the Green Clock at the intersection of Wells and James Lovell Streets. Clear skies only!
Member Appreciation Celebration
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Member Appreciation Celebration
Member Appreciation Celebration 2026 coming soon
We love our members! Your support enables MPM to serve half a million visitors each year. It allows us to care for more than 4 million collection objects. And, it increases community access to Museum programs and events. Thank you for everything you do. Members enjoy special perks during our Member Appreciation Celebration as a token of our appreciation.
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.
Sky Information
International Space Station
To find satellites like the International Space Station, visit heavens-above.com
Donor Stories
John Blimke
Though he was born in Chicago, John Blimke moved to Waukesha as a young boy, and considers the Milwaukee area his true home. Now, John is a new addition to the Trustee of Tradition Society.