Milwaukee arts education
making the arts accessible for all
Arts @ Large activates Milwaukee communities to build environments that support arts-rich, lifelong learning.
Current exhibit
FLOCK by Hattie Grimm opens April 17
The Spring 2026 A.I.R. exhibition gathers community, birds, movement, and public celebration through July 1.
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Upcoming events
Gather, make, celebrate.
July 1 · 6–9 PM
Flock: The Bird Parade
Let's celebrate how it feels to be a part of a flock — wear blue!
Learn moreJuly 9 · 6 PM
J.A.M. Hosted by Sound Education
An all-ages night to gather, create, and J.A.M. together.
Learn moreJuly 11 · 10:30–11:30 AM
Summer Camp Parent Orientation
Orientation for families ahead of Summer Camp 2026.
Learn moreJuly 13 – August 20 · 8am–1pm
Summer Camp 2026
Six weekly sessions for grades 3–8, free of charge.
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A@L news & updates
Here's what's new at A@L
A.I.R. Academy Spring 2026 wraps up
Students completed six weeks of art-making inspired by Hattie Grimm's FLOCK residency, culminating in a gallery showcase.
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Hattie Grimm opens FLOCK: It's us with wings
The Spring A.I.R. exhibition explores collective movement, birds, and community wisdom. Gallery open Tue–Sat 9am–2pm.
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Art vs. Food 2026 — June 11 at Prairie Springs
Join us for an unforgettable evening where food, art, and community collide, featuring James Beard-nominated chefs and local artists.
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A@L launches Mobile Media Lab
The first mobile media lab of its kind in the Midwest is now serving Milwaukee communities with digital art resources.
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What people are saying
"Arts @ Large helped me organize my passion in a way that I could be of service to the students in my community."
"Arts @ Large creates that safe place for kids to be creative throughout their days while learning."
"Being in the Arts @ Large space fueled his passion for art."
"This residency has given me the opportunity to engage with my youth and adult students, and fellow artists, in a new way by further representing and diving into my Panamanian roots through dance and music."
"Arts @ Large for me holds a place where I was nurtured but also pushed to see my art expand in different spaces."
"I loved the environment Arts @ Large gave students whether that was the classrooms or the café when you enter. It was very cozy and felt welcoming... Overall, an awesome program for creatives to grow and create."
"I am an artist because I really enjoy sharing things and understanding others' perspectives."
Partners & Funders
Our partners
Arts @ Large is made possible through the generous support of these organizations who believe in the power of art for every Milwaukee community member.
