September 25, 2025

Milwaukee Art Museum Raises $1.2 Million at Gala

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September 25, 2025
6:34 am
Milwaukee

News Summary

The Milwaukee Art Museum successfully raised $1.2 million during its annual Art:Forward Gala, marking a key contribution to its programs. The event, which celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Bradley Collection of Modern Art, featured notable works from artists like Kandinsky and Warhol. Art lovers and community leaders gathered to support the arts, with new director Kim Sajet highlighting the museum’s mission of cultural engagement. The gala funds will significantly support future exhibitions and community activities.

Milwaukee – The Milwaukee Art Museum raised $1.2 million at its annual Art:Forward Gala held on Saturday, marking a significant contribution to the museum’s mission and programs. The gala took place at the museum’s iconic Quadracci Pavilion and celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Bradley Collection of Modern Art, which includes notable works by renowned artists such as Wassily Kandinsky, Pablo Picasso, Mark Rothko, and Andy Warhol.

This year’s event attracted art lovers, business and cultural leaders, and philanthropists, highlighting the community’s support for the arts. In attendance was Kim Sajet, the new director of the museum, who made her first public appearance at the event. The gala also provided guests with an exclusive preview of the upcoming exhibition titled The Bradley Collection of Modern Art: A Bold Vision for Milwaukee, which is set to be opened to the public on Friday.

During her remarks at the gala, Sajet emphasized her aim for the museum to become a space of learning and empathy, quoting Picasso on the transformative power of art. The funds raised at the event will directly support the museum’s ongoing efforts and its various programs that enhance cultural engagement.

Notably, last year’s Art:Forward Gala also raised $1.2 million, showcasing a consistent level of support for the museum’s initiatives. Looking to future events, the next Art:Forward Gala is scheduled for September 20, 2025, and will continue to honor the legacy of Mrs. Harry Lynde “Peg” Bradley, whose significant donation has greatly influenced the museum’s modern art collection.

The upcoming exhibition will be displayed in the Baker/Rowland Galleries from September 26, 2025, to January 18, 2026, with a member preview taking place on September 25, 2025. Such events not only enhance the museum’s offerings but also serve to deepen the community’s engagement with the arts.

Several sponsors, including the Astor Street Foundation, David and Julia Uihlein, and the Jane Bradley Pettit Foundation, helped support the gala and its objectives, further exemplifying the collaborative spirit within the Milwaukee area that fosters artistic endeavors. The Milwaukee Art Museum remains Wisconsin’s largest art institution, housing a diverse collection of artworks that span various genres and historical periods, enriching the region’s cultural landscape.