Our Story
In 2007, a vision was born to revitalize West Wisconsin Avenue in downtown Milwaukee through the power of art. Spearheaded by Steve Marcus, chairman of the Marcus Corporation, this initiative aimed to make culturally significant sculptures accessible to both residents and visitors. After a decade of planning and the dedication of over one hundred volunteers, Sculpture Milwaukee launched its inaugural exhibition in 2017, supported by Milwaukee Downtown and the City of Milwaukee. By 2019, Sculpture Milwaukee became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, establishing itself as an annual beacon of creativity that attracts art lovers, tourists, and families to the heart of Milwaukee every summer.