A.I.R. Academy is a free opportunity for 3rd–8th-grade young artists to explore different art mediums, discover their passion, and begin their journey as future Artists in Residence. A.I.R. Academy is held at the Arts @ Large Community Center where imagination takes flight. The Spring sessions begin on February 15th and run through March 15th, offering […]

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 […]

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 […]

Mark your calendar: Come celebrate the amazing work created by our Spring A.I.R. Academy young artists at the Closing Ceremony on March 15th at 12:00 PM. It’s a chance to see the talent, creativity, and hard work put into every masterpiece. We welcome everyone in the community to join us for this inspiring showcase!

Artist in Residence DeMar Walker delivers a vignette-style performance for the closing celebration of JUNIOR.  He will bring dance, theatrical performance, and spoken word to the Arts @ Large gallery to celebrate his story of self-discovery and belonging.  DeMar will also be joined by CR8TV House Founder Symphony Swan-Zawadi for a talkback directly after the […]

Arts @ Large Summer Camp Registration is OPEN!  We invite young artists entering 3rd to 8th grade on a five-week summer art adventure, where they will get the chance to ignite their creativity and discover new passions by exploring a wide range of art mediums- all for FREE! Summer Camp runs for five weeks, beginning […]

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 […]

SANTO y SOMBRA (Saint and Shadow) | Santo y Sombra is an immersive art residency that delves into the tension between sacredness and shadow, legacy and rebellion, tradition and transformation. Rooted in the complex layers that define Mexican identity: wealth and struggle, power and fragility, devotion and rebellion — Santo y Sombra creates a visual […]

Join us for an inspiring evening with Artist in Residence Nohemí Chávez Contreras for a Masterclass focused on her residency, Santo y Sombra. In this immersive fashion experience, revive beauty from the remains through conscious creation and craft. This masterclass is an intimate study of transformation, a tactile journey into intuitive draping, construction, and design. […]

We’re excited to announce that Jeanne Marie Farinelli will host Jam House in May, June, July, and August! Jeanne Marie Farinelli, a talented saxophonist and Milwaukee educator, 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 […]