Sculpture Milwaukee

The Sculpture Milwaukee Exhibition is an annual, contemporary outdoor gallery that transforms downtown Milwaukee’s Wisconsin Avenue into a vibrant corridor of public art. Each year, the exhibition introduces a new theme curated by a selected artist, bringing fresh perspectives and captivating sculptures to the heart of the city.

The exhibition’s mission is to enrich Milwaukee’s cultural landscape by making world-class art accessible to all—residents, workers, and visitors alike. Through its ever-evolving collection, Sculpture Milwaukee sparks conversation, enhances the urban environment, and activates public spaces with creativity and imagination.

GRAEF is proud to support this initiative by providing structural engineering services for the exhibition. Our team designs and implements support systems for each sculpture, ensuring their safe, stable placement in high-traffic urban settings. We collaborate closely with artists to maintain the integrity of their vision while meeting engineering and safety standards. As part of a sustainable approach, we also reuse large steel base plates from previous installations, reducing waste and streamlining future setups.

In recent years, Sculpture Milwaukee has featured 17 sculptures in 2022, 10 in 2023, and 11 in 2024. With new installations each year, the exhibition continues to foster a dynamic, art-filled environment that inspires community connection and pride.