Free museum access with your Milwaukee Art Museum membership card.
Part I
About this event
The Member Swap Weekend is a fantastic opportunity for Milwaukee Art Museum members to broaden their cultural horizons. By simply presenting your membership card, you gain free entry to both the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum and the Milwaukee Public Museum. It's a perfect chance to explore new exhibits and enjoy a day of learning and fun with family or friends.
This event encourages members to take full advantage of their membership benefits, offering a cost-effective way to experience more of what Milwaukee's museums have to offer. Whether you're interested in interactive children's exhibits or exploring natural history, this swap weekend provides a diverse range of experiences.
From the organizer
Receive free general admission to Betty Brinn Children’s Museum and Milwaukee Public Museum when you show your Milwaukee Art Museum Member card. Please check each museum for hours.
Getting in
Drop in anytime — no commitment needed
Free general admission for Milwaukee Art Museum members.
Pricing details
Free general admission for Milwaukee Art Museum members; check other museums for hours.
Pro tips
The Betty Brinn Children’s Museum has a hands-on water exhibit. Bring a change of clothes for your kids, as they might get wet during play.
Who'll Be There
Museum members and their families, parents with young children, art lovers and community members looking to engage with local culture.
Part II · The feel
The details organizers don't always put in the description — pulled from the room, the crowd, and what people remember afterward.
Library rules. Whispers and a calm body — this is not a talking-out-loud room.
In a room with others, doing your own thing. Friendly, not chatty.
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