Grohmann Museum - Family Engineering Art Walk & Rooftop Sculpture Terrace

About this adventure

Housed on the campus of the Milwaukee School of Engineering in Downtown Milwaukee, the Grohmann Museum showcases the world's most comprehensive art collection dedicated to the evolution of human work and industry. Families visiting over Thanksgiving weekend can explore three floors of fascinating paintings and sculptures depicting historic blacksmiths, bridge builders, agricultural harvests, and glassblowers. The crown jewel of the museum is its spectacular rooftop sculpture garden, featuring twelve larger-than-life bronze sculptures of historic workers set against panoramic views of the Milwaukee skyline and Lake Michigan, providing kids with an exciting architectural journey. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Universally accessible with modern elevators serving all gallery floors and smooth access to the rooftop sculpture terrace. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Modern, clean family restrooms with baby changing stations on multiple levels, with quiet lounge benches in the ground-floor atrium. • Age Suitability: Engaging for curious children ages 5 to 14, teens, and adults interested in science, technology, and engineering history. • Sensory Tips: Quiet, unhurried gallery spaces with warm gallery illumination; outdoor rooftop garden offers refreshing city breezes and open-air skyline views.