An A-Z visitors guide to Milwaukee Wisconsin. Sponsored by Key Magazine Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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KEY GALLERIES GALLERY NIGHT and Day this month is Milwaukee���s two-day premier art event for both the experienced art connoisseur and beginning admirer. The nationally acclaimed art event held quarterly is set for April 19-20 and features more than 50 venues to explore throughout downtown Milwaukee. Park at a reduced rate in the Historic Third Ward parking structures at 212 N. Milwaukee St. and 225 E. Chicago St. Pay just $5 from 5 p.m. Friday through 5 p.m. Saturday. Catch a ride on one of two free Friday Gallery Night Xpress routes Friday only from 5-9 p.m. Board the East Town/Historic Third Ward Route at 212 N. Milwaukee St. (parking structure), Pfister Hotel, Hotel Metro, InterContinental Milwaukee and 225 E. Chicago St. (parking structure). Board the Harley-Davidson Museum Route at 225 E. Chicago St. (parking structure), Young & Erie St (Catalano Square), Iron Horse Hotel and the Harley-Davidson Museum Gallery Night and Day hours are 5-9 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. For more information, visit historicthirdward.org. Here are some great gallery stops, including some in areas not involved in Gallery Night and Day. On the east side of downtown Milwaukee, the DAVID BARNETT GALLERY, 1024 E. State St. (at Prospect Ave.) opens Blast From The Past: Celebrating 46 Years of Art April 19. It���s composed of artwork representing each year since the gallery opened and will be on display until July 20. includes contemporary fine art prints in a variety of media. On display April 19-27 is a show of nautical and marine artworks, including paintings and drawings from California to New England; from Lake Michigan to the Coast of France. In the Historic Third Ward, TORY FOLLIARD GALLERY, 233 N. Milwaukee St., opens a 25th anniversary celebration that showcases the new work of more than 60 painters, sculptors and photographers who have been featured at the gallery. At GALLERY 218, 207 E. Buffalo St., Suite 202, Gallery Night marks the opening of An Abstract Nature featuring contemporary paintings, works on paper, photography and sculpture. The exhibition continues through June 3. RIVERVIEW ANTIQUE MARKET, 175 S. Water St. just across the Milwaukee River from the Historic Third Ward, is the destination for vintage art and photos from the area���s leading antique dealers. We love venturing north to Cedarburg, The area has a historic, picturesque look that has inspired scores of artists. Be sure to explore THE PINK LLAMA GALLERY (thepinkllama.com) which has an address of W62 N580 Washington Ave., but is entered through the rear porch across the street from the red and white pagoda. CEDAR CREEK POTTERY in Cedarburg���s Cedar Creek Settlement features handcrafted work of artists from Wisconsin and beyond. Also in the historic Settlement, LA DIVA offers jewelry crafted by the owner and features artwork that is perfect for gifts. LEAP OF FAITH inspires with its nurturing atmosphere and artwork from around the world. DeLIND GALLERY OF FINE ART, 450 E. Mason St., hosts an exhibition of works by members of the New York based Society of American Graphic Artists (SAGA) through April 6. The exhibit Milwaukee���s Downtown Diner Greek & American cuisine CORNER OF STATE AND VAN BUREN 224-6400 mykonoscafe.com 36 OPEN EVERY DAY Free parking & WiFi Breakfast all day until 5 p.m. Open late, weekends until 3:30 a.m. In picturesque Port Washington, visit BLUE HERON ARTISAN���S GALLERY. The gallery at 102 E. Pier St., located in a 1929 fire station building, features more than 25 artists, including Nancy Arcara, whose work is shown above. Creaky Floors & Secret Doors, continuing through April 21, features artwork inspired by vintage items and shabby chic treasures. Off the Wall opens at a reception on Friday, April 26, from 5-7 p.m. ���The exhibition is inspired by surrealism ��� things coming out of the wall or off the wall,��� says owner Bette Langford.