Sculpture Milwaukee has announced its plans for an upcoming Sculpture Milwaukee Celebration Week, set to take place from June 26 to June 30.
The week-long series of events will be held throughout downtown Milwaukee, commemorating the opening of the highly anticipated exhibition, "Actual Fractals, Act I," curated by John Riepenhoff, as well as the extended display of "Nature Doesn't Know About Us," curated by Ugo Rondinone, and the launch of the 2023 programming season.
An array of community organizations and businesses, including Roll Train, Betty Brinn Children's Museum, The Avenue, and Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel, are scheduled to participate in this annual public celebration of Sculpture Milwaukee. These partner organizations will offer various hands-on activities that celebrate the annual public art display.
On Monday, June 26, the festivities kick off with a free public roller skating session at Red Arrow Park from 5-8 p.m. Attendees can enjoy performances by Roll Train and indulge in refreshments from vendors such as Goody Gourmet, Pete's Pops, and Starbucks. Additionally, special appearances from Betty Brinn's Wonder Wagon and more will add to the excitement.
Tuesday, June 27 will feature a special presentation at the World Affairs Seminar (WAS). This week-long gathering of high-school students from around the world, held annually at Carroll University, will host a discussion titled "The Economic Impact of Public Art: Good for Milwaukee and Good for your Business." Following the seminar, Sculpture Milwaukee Business Members are invited to a cocktail reception featuring an exclusive conversation with Steve Marcus, the founder of Sculpture Milwaukee, and retired board chair of Marcus Corporation.
