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Gallery Talk: Gertrude Abercrombie | Happenlist

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Gallery Talk: Gertrude Abercrombie

Name: Gallery Talk: Gertrude Abercrombie
Start: 2026-05-22T17:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-05-22T18:00:00+00:00
Location: Milwaukee Art Museum

Explore Gertrude Abercrombie's art with insights from curator Thomas Busciglio-Ritter.

When: Fri · May 22; 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Where: Milwaukee Art Museum; Downtown, Milwaukee
Cost: See details; All ages

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Gallery Talk: Gertrude Abercrombie

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Step into the mysterious world of Gertrude Abercrombie at the Milwaukee Art Museum. This gallery talk, led by Thomas Busciglio-Ritter, offers a deep dive into the themes and nuances of Abercrombie's work. Known for her surreal and enigmatic paintings, Abercrombie's art invites viewers to ponder the mysteries of the world around them.

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The talk is an excellent opportunity for art enthusiasts to gain a deeper understanding of Abercrombie's unique style and thematic focus. As a drop-in experience included with museum admission, it's a convenient way to enrich your visit. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to her work, this event promises to offer fresh insights and engaging discussions.

From the organizer▾

Join Thomas Busciglio-Ritter, Abert Family Associate Curator of American Art and the exhibition curator, for an in-depth exploration of the themes and topics in the exhibition Gertrude Abercrombie: The Whole World Is a Mystery.

Source: mam.org/events/event/gallery-talk-gertrude-abercrombie-the-whole-world-is-a-mystery/2026-05-22 ↗

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1 act

★ Speaker
Thomas Busciglio-Ritter

Explore the mystery behind Abercrombie's artA lunchtime dive into creativityYour chance to learn from the curator

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Learning something new

Price

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Included with Museum admission, free for Members.

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Milwaukee Art Museum

700 N Art Museum Dr, Milwaukee

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