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Charles Allis Art Museum [edit]
1801 N. Propsect Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53202
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Charles Allis Art Museum is an elegant Tudor style mansion museum with period rooms, original furnishings and world-class art collection spanning 2,000 years.
Guided tours and programs are avilable.
Handicapped accessible.

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Upcoming events
May 18, 2008
Champagne at the Allis

From fabulous food and drinks from Ellen Zilli's Catering to auction items that span a wide range of interests, there will truly be something for everyone. Complimentary beverages range from champagne cocktails to the very British Pimm's Cup, to champagne by the glass. A cash bar will also be available.

Cost to attend is $50 per person or $40 per person for FOCA members. You must RSVP for this event no later than May 9th - please email pjsmoon@juno.com.

May 18, 2008
A Survey: Drawings and Paintings by John Wickenberg

John Wickenberg is an award winner from 2005’s FORWARD: Survey of Wisconsin Art NOW, exhibition. His inspiration comes from natural objects and the way in which they interact with the environment. His respect for the fragility of nature comes across in his still-lifes and landscapes.

FREE with general admission to the Museum: $5 Adults/$3 Seniors, Veterans and Students/FREE members, Active Military. Information: 414-278-8295.

June 4, 2008
Classic Movies in a Classic Mansion

Tonight, don't miss the first in the Titled Ladies film series: Ivy. Starring Joan Fontaine, Herbert Marshall, Patric Knowles, Richard Ney, and Cedric Hardwicke. 1947, 99 minutes.

FREE with General Admission to the Museum: $5 Adults/$3 Seniors, Veterans and Students/FREE Members and Active Military. Information: 414-278-8295

June 8, 2008
Lecture: George McCormick, Sr.

Dr. Jeffrey Hays, Professor of Folk Art History at UW Milwaukee, will be on hand to give a gallery talk. Coffee and light refreshments to follow. Free with general admission to the Museum: $5 Adults/$3 Seniors, Veterans and Students/Free for members and Active Military.

For more information, call 414-278-8295.

June 15, 2008
Paralleled Inspiration: The Creativity of the American Spirit

Inspired by George McCormick’s vision, the Florentine Opera Company will perform works by American composers past and present. Join us for an afternoon of artistic interpretation—including performances by bass-baritone William Johnson and mezzo-soprano Kristin Piefer. William Florescu, Florentine Opera Company General Director will narrate this musical journey.

Performance is free with museum admission: $5 Adults $3 Seniors (62+), Military and students Free for Members and children 12 and under. For more information visit the link above.

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