Milwaukee Public Museum Email Format
Museums, Historical Sites, and ZoosWisconsin, United States51-200 Employees
The Milwaukee Public Museum, Wisconsin’s natural history museum, preserves a broad collection and supports study through exhibitions, education programs, and research. It houses more than 4.5 million specimens and provides over 150,000 square feet of exhibit space in downtown Milwaukee, presenting topics from dinosaurs to diverse human cultures. The institution traces its roots to 1882 and has evolved into a regional center for natural and cultural understanding. Its activities target families, students, educators, researchers, and other visitors seeking knowledge about the natural world and human cultures. A recent development noted in 2026 is a collaboration with Wehr Nature Center for the 11th annual BioBlitz at a 220-acre nature preserve. Located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the museum functions as a regional cultural and educational organization with a focus on public engagement through exhibitions and events.