Milwaukee Public Museum

Details Revealed for Downtown Property Redevelopment

Medical Examiner building would be demolished under proposal.

County Selects Developer To Buy Medical Examiner Building

But many questions remain regarding development of downtown property.

County Opens Bidding To Redevelop Public Museum Site

Offering comes as new Nature and Culture Museum of Wisconsin prepares to open.

Milwaukee Public Museum Begins Taking Down Iconic Dioramas

Museum also reveals that costs have grown for new facility.

See Inside the New Nature & Culture Museum of Wisconsin

First exhibit item has already arrived as facility prepares for 2027 opening.

New Developer Revives Downtown Hotel Plan

Financing plan for previously proposed Deer District hotel also introduced.

Gov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves Approximately $248 Million for Local Infrastructure Improvement and Community Development Projects Across Wisconsin

Projects approved by the Commission include $50 million to support 71 local community development projects across the state funded through the Non-State Grant Program

Gov. Evers Celebrates $50 Million in Grants for 71 Community Development Projects Across the State, Urges State Building Commission to Approve Funds

Governor urges approval of local community development projects ahead of upcoming State Building Commission meeting

Rainforest & Butterflies Greatest Hit Features Live Bug Encounters, Trivia Night and Guided Tours That Explore Vibrant Biodiversity of the Tropics

May 7-June 6, 2026

Brewers Community Foundation Launches Bcf Museum Days Across Wisconsin

26th Annual Fan-Favorite Fundraiser “Food & Froth” Returns February 21, 2026, for Final Pour in Current Building

Guests can sample craft beers and snacks throughout exhibits; proceeds support Museum’s programs and operations

Canned Food Sculpture Exhibit Returns to Milwaukee Public Museum for Final Time