Museums Near Howard Johnson Inn - Milwaukee Airport

Milwaukee Museums Children’s Museum Harley-Davidson Museum

Milwaukee Art Museum. The Milwaukee Art Museum, overlooking Lake Michigan, is internationally acclaimed for its architectural distinction. A major expansion project completed in 2001 included the construction of the sQuadracci Pavilion, designed by renowned Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava. The Pavilion was named Time magazine’s “Best Design of 2001.” In addition to a colossal angled mast, the design’s signature component is the suspended pedestrian bridge that leads to the museum and shoreline from downtown Milwaukee. The Milwaukee Art Museum’s permanent Collection features thousands of pieces celebrating such genres as Ancient and Contemporary Art, Photography, Prints and Drawings and the Haitian Collection.

Milwaukee Public Museum. Explore the intricacies of human and natural history at the Milwaukee Public Museum. The museum is dedicated to interpreting the world’s cultural and natural heritage through intriguing exhibits, thought-provoking displays, education, and research. Permanent, temporary and traveling exhibits range in subject from ancient art and historical objects to the two-story butterfly wing where live butterflies flutter through an assimilated tropical environment. The Humphrey IMAX Dome Theater is also located at the museum.  [Top]

Betty Brinn Children’s Museum. Dedicated to fostering healthy development among children from birth through age 10, the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum in Southeast Milwaukee features innovative and interactive exhibits and educational resources. Children are introduced to hands-on learning opportunities that focus on such fundamental skills as problem solving and working with others. The Betty Brinn Children’s Museum is also a useful resource for parents. Here, parents can obtain information on early childhood development, learning styles and tips for effective parenting. [Top]

Harley-Davidson Museum. Harley-Davidson Motor Company has been a Milwaukee fixture for 100 years. In February 2006, the company unveiled its plans for 130,000-square foot museum. The museum will celebrate the rich history of Harley-Davidson and its worldwide family of motorcycle enthusiasts. The museum will feature motorcycles from Harley-Davidson’s collection of more than 400 vehicles, including the famous 1903 Serial Number One bike. Groundbreaking is scheduled for 2006, with an anticipated grand opening in 2008.  [Top]