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Santo y Sombra: The Prelude Closing Celebration July 27 | 6pm

Join us Friday June 27th for an unforgettable night to celebrate, create and connect with Nohemí Chávez Contreras.

Ignite your senses and print exclusive pieces in real time. Bring a friend and participate in live screen printing and tequila/mezcal tasting. Bring a piece from home and get a custom 1/1 design while indulging in the taste of Mexico.  

As Santo y Sombra unfolds, the exhibition transcends visual art and enters the realm of performance. Before the runway, step into the soul. Santo y Sombra: The Prelude is a live allegorical performance tracing one person’s transformation through Mexico’s cultural shifts — from ancient roots to Chicano resilience. History, music, and fashion collide in this ceremonial lead-in to the full collection debut in August 2025. 

Nohemí is excited to partner with local artist Gabriella Avila from Fates Aligned Tattoo, who will be doing a special edition flash sale throughout the night. First come, first serve. 

Come dressed to impress or in your most culturally representative clothing.

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OUR CURRENT ARTIST IN RESIDENCE

Santo y Sombra (Saint and Shadow) is a residency exploring legacy, conflict, and elegance.  Nohemí Chávez Contreras artistic residency delves into the tension between sacredness and shadow, legacy and rebellion, tradition and transformation.

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Each year, Arts @ Large provides hundreds of opportunities for artists, across multiple disciplines, to engage with schools and the community.

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All artists are educators, all educators are artists. 

Arts @ Large  builds the confidence and competence of educators to use the arts to engage students in dynamic educational activities.

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Our commitment to lifelong learning starts with youth. These opportunities bring an awareness to creativity and instill an arts-integrated life.

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We are proud to call Walker’s Point our home. Our mission honors the diversity that makes Milwaukee’s artistic community great.

Welcome Green Baked Goods!

We are proud to partner with Green Baked Goods as our Café partner! Established in 2020, husband and wife team, Kevin and Angela founded Green Baked Goods using their combined 20+ years of experience in the service industry. With a natural talent for flavor & presentation, their large selection is baked daily onsite utilizing only fresh, local produce with new items added frequently.

Whether you’re here for a meeting, grabbing lunch, or catching up with friends over coffee, the Café is the perfect spot to relax, refuel, and connect. Nestled in the heart of our creative space, the café offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere ideal for artists, professionals, and community members alike.

From signature quiches and scones to cookies and panini sandwiches, there is something for everyone. Come in today and see why the café is more than just a place to eat—it’s a vibrant extension of our creative community.

For catering inquiries please contact: greenbakedgoods414@gmail.com

Cafe Hours:
MON | SUN Closed
TUE - SAT | 9AM - 2 PM
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July 2025

Jam House

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Join us for Jam House with host Jeanne Marie Farinelli. A talented saxophonist and Milwaukee educator, she regularly performs with local jazz groups. Her music blends modern influences with traditional jazz, creating a soulful and unique approach to improvisation. She is returning to Jam House after hosting last year, and we are so excited to have her back!

Jam House is free and open to all.  Doors open at 6:30 PM, and the music starts at 7 PM.  These jams are open to all ages and genders, offering a welcoming space for music lovers of every background.

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August 2025

Jam House

Event Details

Join us for Jam House with host Jeanne Marie Farinelli. A talented saxophonist and Milwaukee educator, she regularly performs with local jazz groups. Her music blends modern influences with traditional jazz, creating a soulful and unique approach to improvisation. She is returning to Jam House after hosting last year, and we are so excited to have her back!

Jam House is free and open to all.  Doors open at 6:30 PM, and the music starts at 7 PM.  These jams are open to all ages and genders, offering a welcoming space for music lovers of every background.