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The Milwaukee Public Museum Mollusk Collection contains specimens from freshwater, terrestrial, and marine habitats around the world.

The most significant holdings are from Wisconsin, a major portion of these being freshwater mussels collected and donated by Harold A. Mathiak.

Ribbonwork is a type of applied decoration used by dozens of Indian tribes in North America.

The art form is highly developed among Woodland Indian nations in particular. Similar to beadwork, ribbonwork functions as a decoration appliqué to clothing and other items.

The financial support of all our Corporate Donors allows the Milwaukee Public Museum to continue providing a dynamic and stimulating environment for life-long learning.

Every gift is important, and we are sincerely grateful to each and every donor for their support. The Museum recognizes the following corporations whose gifts of $1,000 or more were received between September 1, 2023 and August 31, 2024.

$100,000 - $499,999

Kohl’s
Northwestern Mutual Foundation

Cosmic Curiosities

“No pessimist ever discovered the secret of the stars, or sailed to an uncharted land, or opened a new doorway for the human spirit.”
~ Helen Keller

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