Milwaukee County Parks
Press Release

From Tulips to Bumblebees, the New Show Dome Exhibit Celebrates Wisconsin Pollinators

 

By - Mar 30th, 2026 10:00 am

Milwaukee, WI – As a newly appointed Bee Ambassador, you’ll journey through the Show Dome from April 4th – May 25th, to meet the endangered Rusty Patched Bumblebee and other native Wisconsin bees. Discover the vital role these pollinators play in giving life to our gardens and ecosystems in a floral backdrop of hydrangeas, tulips, daffodils, and lilies. Deepen your understanding of how to help these essential creatures thrive in your own backyard. Step into their world and find that you’ve “pollen” in love with bees!
Hours:

  • Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, Sunday, and Major Holidays: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Last Admission one hour before closing
Admission Pricing:

  • Milwaukee County Residents:
    • Adult: $9.00
    • Junior (3-12), Senior (60+), Student, Military: $6.50
    • Children (2 & under): Free
  • Non-Residents:
    • Adult, Senior (60+): $10.00
    • Junior (3-12), Student, Military: $6.50
    • Children (2 & under): Free

Special Discount: Enjoy $5 admission for all on the last Thursday of every month, part of Milwaukee County’s discount days.
Join us for Free Sticker Wednesday every week to collect exclusive, limited-edition stickers that celebrate the unique themes of our exhibits, available while supplies last!

Special Events (included in regular admission price)

April 14: As part of 414 Day festivities, Mitchell Park Domes invites the community to enjoy $4.14 admission all day and extended hours from 5:00–8:00 p.m. The celebration will feature live music by Latin Sound System, concessions available for purchase presented by Zilli Hospitality, and free 414-exclusive stickers available from 5:00–8:00 p.m. while supplies last. Hours are 9am to 8pm, with last admission at 7:30. All entertainment is included in the 414 price.

April 25 & 26: Art in the Green. Milwaukee Domes Alliance presents one of Milwaukee’s most popular art festivals, with two days of art, food, and fun under glass. More than two dozen local and regional artists show and sell their jewelry, ceramics, paintings, and woodwork. The festival includes food vendors and live music throughout the Domes. Hours both days are 9am to 4pm. Milwaukeedomes.org

May 10: Mother’s Day at the Domes is a Milwaukee Tradition. Honor your mom by bringing her to Milwaukee’s indoor gardens. The first 100 mothers to visit the Gift Shop will receive a free flower, courtesy of Milwaukee Domes Alliance. Free limited-edition stickers to the first 200 moms. Hours are 9am to 4pm, with last admission at 3:00.

Note: Last admission is one hour before closing. Tickets are available at the Mitchell Park Domes fee booth. Admission includes access to all three Domes, allowing a full day of exploration and discovery.
For up-to-date information on hours of operation, including openings and closings, please visit our website.

Special Thanks:

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.

Mentioned in This Press Release

Leave a Reply

You must be an Urban Milwaukee member to leave a comment. Membership, which includes a host of perks, including an ad-free website, tickets to marquee events like Summerfest, the Wisconsin State Fair and the Florentine Opera, a better photo browser and access to members-only, behind-the-scenes tours, starts at $9/month. Learn more.

Join now and cancel anytime.

If you are an existing member, sign-in to leave a comment.

Have questions? Need to report an error? Contact Us