making the arts accessible for all

Arts @ Large is committed to providing equitable access to educational experiences that include the arts.

SAVE THE DATE!

ART VS FOOD – June 12th, 2025

NEW LOCATION – The Ivy House

We’re thrilled to announce that our Art vs. Food fundraising gala is back in 2025, and it’s going to be bigger, bolder, and more immersive than ever before! Get ready for an unforgettable evening  where art and food collide in a sensory celebration that will ignite your taste buds and spark your creativity. This year, we’re moving to an exciting new venue, the Ivy House, ensuring a fresh and unforgettable experience. Mark your calendars now—this is a night you won’t want to miss! Stay tuned for more details in the coming months. We can’t wait to celebrate art, food, and community with you.

 
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What We Do
Since 2001, Arts @ Large has engaged Milwaukee's students, their families and the community in arts-rich experiential learning.

The Arts @ Large Community

Artists

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

Schools & Teachers

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.

Students

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

Community

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

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Welcome Green Baked Goods!

We are proud to partner with Green Baked Goods as our new Cafe 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.

From signature quiches and scones to cakes and panini sandwiches, there is something for everyone. Stop in and visit the cafe today!

For catering inquiries please contact: greenbakedgoods414@gmail.com

Cafe Hours:
MON | SUN Closed
TUE - SAT | 9AM - 2 PM
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Since 2001, Arts @ Large has engaged Milwaukee's students, their families and the community in arts-rich experiential learning.

Upcoming Events

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February 2025

Rooted: A Reflection on Finding & Making Home

A Masterclass with DeMar Walker. This lecture presentation will focus on DeMar Walker’s photographic works, costumes, and surrounding exhibition.  He will discuss the influences behind the artworks and also explore black boyhood, manhood, and familial lineage.  If you attended Demar’s first Masterclass in January, join us again for new insight and creative prompts.  If you have not yet joined us, don’t miss this evening of dialogue, reflection, and inspiration.  Our Masterclasses are free and open to everyone in the community.

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March 2025

Jam House

Join us for JAM HOUSE with hosts GIRLS ROCK MKE!

Girls Rock MKE is an organization dedicated to creating safe spaces for exploring music through collaboration, expression, and technical skills. The jams are open to all ages and genders and will be hosted by familiar faces from Girls Rock and Ladies Rock camps. Live sound audio mentoring will be available with Michaela throughout the night.

Jam House is free and open to all, offering a welcoming space for creativity, collaboration, and fun. Whether you’re an experienced musician, want to try something new, or enjoy live music, it’s the perfect place to get involved and connect with the community.

Join us for an exciting lineup of jams – we can’t wait to see you there!