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Sculpture Milwaukee
Since it was commissioned by Sculpture Milwaukee
and installed in Museum Center Park, "Glass Spiral,"
a water-and plant-filled ecosystem by the esteemed
multi-media artist Meg Webster, has become a
destination for contemplating the ever-changing
play between nature and the built environment.
Viewers circle and stroll into the perennial garden,
which coils like a mollusk shell, mesmerized by the
experience of becoming a new moving part of this
reengineered version of a smaller "Glass Spiral" of
Webster's that the Milwaukee Art Museum com
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missioned in 1990. The exhibit provides a welcome
respite from the hustle and bustle of city living.
"Glass Spiral," a meticulously fabricated replica
of a renowned piece exhibited by the Milwaukee
Art Museum in the 1990s, is a testament to this
practice. The original artwork, admired for its
delicate glasswork and intricate design, inspired
Webster to recreate this masterpiece on a larger
scale for Sculpture Milwaukee. We have faithfully
replicated the original's form, texture, and overall
aesthetic. The sculpture not only showcases
Webster's artistic talents but also serves as a tribute
to the Milwaukee Art Museum's legacy and a
source of inspiration for future generations.
Glass Spiral is located at Museum Center Park.
For details, visit sculpturemilwaukee.com.
Lakefront Festival of Art (LFOA)
This colorful, vibrant festival of art,
music, food, and fun celebrates its
60th anniversary at the Milwaukee Art
Museum's lakeside campus June 13-15.
LFOA is an annual fundraiser organized
by Friends of Art, MAM's longest-running
volunteer support group.
Visitors can view works of art by more
than 145 artists and enjoy live music
and performances by a rousing lineup,
including Danceworks, Evan Christian, and
Maximiano. Savor tasty eats from Fazio's
Gourmet Popcorn and BelAir Cantina and
refreshing treats from Pete's Pops.
Taking place over Father's Day
weekend, the festival includes plenty of
family-friendly activities, such as a Father's
Day drop-in tour and beer tasting, a kids'
Disco set, and art-making.
Visit mam.org/lfoa for more
information.
