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- Eisme77Janesville, WI1,605 contributionsThis attraction with free admission is definitely worth the visit. Not huge but very well done with great attention to detail. We spent roughly an hour viewing the exhibits, but if military history is a deep interest of yours, you might spend more time. Exhibits were very impressive for a museum of this size and told the history with its connection to Wisconsin-ites. Highly recommend.Written January 13, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mike XChicago, IL2,024 contributionsYou get a discount or it's free depending on membership level of other children's museums. We have the Kohl children's museum membership but I forgot about it in the moment. It's not the biggest but it has some good quality exhibits.Written September 4, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Aubrianna K8 contributionsVery great place but very small we got through it in 30 minutes to an hour. We had a struggle with parking but the museum was pretty good.Written March 5, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Charles FNewtown, UK744 contributionsVery comprehensive display covering the history of this territory and subsequent state, well worth a peek.Written October 31, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- AJLIllinoisRockford, IL464 contributionsThe best parts are it is free and the art. The staff when we visited were very unfriendly and looked as if they did not want to be bothered by patrons, which was disappointing. But again it is free so stop in and see some great art.Written August 8, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Nicolle ZHolt, MI682 contributionsA beautiful view of the lake in one direction and a view of the historic observatory in the other. Plus, Celestial Bucky (on parade). Excellent visit all around!Written August 4, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- C KMadison, WI740 contributionsOverture has a beautiful building, services are spot on and it offers something for everyone including prices. Lovely! I go as often as I can.Written November 19, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Leonard KWashington DC, DC347 contributionsFirst of all, the original part of the museum (designed by Harry Weese, I was told by the museum staff...) was being renovated...and presumably half of their collection was in storage. The new wing (designed by Machado Silvetti Associates) is elegant in its simplicity...but could not compensate for the (I presume...) very abbreviated collection on display.
I look forward to return visit when they're done!
Enjoy!Written September 3, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Aubrianna K8 contributionsIt was a small museum but very nice lots of interesting things and very kind staff.You should go to the Wisconsin Science museum.Written December 9, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Don SMadison, WI133 contributionsThe Madison Art Center is relatively small, but, as in most such cultural-related places in wonderful Madison, Wisconsin, it is quite good and very well-run with consistently interesting exhibits that change quite often.Written April 29, 2012This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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- Wisconsin Veterans Museum
- Chazen Museum of Art
- University of Wisconsin Geology Museum
- Wisconsin Historical Museum
- Madison Museum of Contemporary Art