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Location
Best time
Visit on a weekday (Wednesday-Saturday during 10am-4pm hours) for a peaceful experience - reviewers noted having the museum nearly to themselves, allowing for intimate exploration of the rotating exhibits.
Visitor tip
Enroll children (ages 7+) or yourself in the hands-on art workshops offered at the museum - reviewers highlighted the quality instruction and field trip programs, and the museum offers classes in enamels, embossed enamels, and other creative techniques.
Visitor tip
Visit the immaculate gardens during pleasant weather, as reviewers specifically praised them as a highlight and noted the venue's beauty for special occasions and outdoor experiences.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Art Museum
- Specialty
- Contemporary Craft (9,000+ works in ceramics, glass, fiber, wood, metal, and more)
- Hours
- Wednesday-Saturday 10am-4pm
- Programming
- 20-25 events yearly, rotating exhibitions, hands-on art classes and workshops
What visitors say
This is a historic building with rotating exhibits. There is an eclectic mix of mediums on display. I went during the week and was lucky to have it entirely to myself. The admission is free. There is a box to donate to support them. The…
I visited for several 8th-grade field trips for the Zero Waste. This was the first time I've been there. The ladies who led the field trip part for the students were really awesome. I enjoyed that very much. As far as the gallery…
Nice museum and place to go for fun. They have art in the hallway entrance and then tons of art in the back home. Its an old home in the back that has been transformed into a museum. The lights turn on and off when you enter to save…
From 114 Google reviews
Did You Know?
- The museum houses a contemporary craft collection of over 9,000 works spanning seven different media types including ceramics, glass, fiber, wood, metal, polymer, and found media
- Handwork 2026 is a year-long programming initiative featuring partnerships with 250+ arts organizations throughout Racine
- The museum offers specialized art workshops including enamels, zendoodle, embossed enamels, and cubist style classes for both children and adults
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