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All applied art museums to visit in Wisconsin

Discover the beauty of functional art at 3 applied art museums in Wisconsin. These museums highlight the intersection of art and utility, showcasing pieces that are both beautiful and practical.

Are you interested in the intersection of art and craftsmanship? These are the applied art museums you should visit in Wisconsin:

  1. Milwaukee Art Museum1

    Milwaukee Art Museum

     Milwaukee, WI
    The Milwaukee Art Museum, also known as MAM, is a prominent landmark situated on the shores of Lake Michigan in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This location offers visitors not only a rich cultural experience but also stunning views of the lake and the city's skyline.
     4.9
    Art & Design Art
  3. Villa Terrace Museum & Gardens2

    Villa Terrace Museum & Gardens

     Milwaukee, WI
    Since 1966, the house and its surrounding grounds have been home to the Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum. The museum showcases fine and decorative arts dating from the 15th through the 19th centuries, including wrought iron masterpieces by Cyril Colnik. It also hosts changing exhibitions highlighting the decorative arts.
     4.4
    Art & Design Art
  4. Hamilton Wood Type and Printing Museum3

    Hamilton Wood Type and Printing Museum

     Two Rivers, WI
    The Hamilton Wood Type and Printing Museum, founded in 1999, is situated in Two Rivers, Wisconsin, United States. The museum is a significant destination for those interested in the history and art of letterpress printing, offering a unique insight into the craft of wood type production and printing.
     4.1
    History & Anthropology HistoryArt & Design Art