Free Admission to the Milwaukee Public Museum

Bring your family to explore the Milwaukee Public Museum without paying admission during Kohl's Thank You Thursday! On the first Thursday of each month, all visitors get free access to the museum's permanent exhibits. This is a great opportunity to discover the collections at your own pace—whether your kids are curious about natural history, anthropology, or any of the other subjects the museum covers. The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on these special days. While admission is free, the museum strongly recommends making reservations ahead of time (you can book up to 7 days before each date) since walk-up tickets aren't guaranteed. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and little ones ages 0–3 need to be included when you reserve your tickets. If you have accessibility needs, the museum is happy to help—just reach out to them before your visit.