The Milwaukee Art Museum (MAM) announced a transformative gift that will allow children aged 12 and under to visit the museum free of charge, thanks to an anonymous donor’s remarkable $3.5 million contribution. The donation establishes an endowment specifically to support free child admission, fostering a love for art in young visitors.
According to the museum’s statement, the donor wished to honor their cherished memories of visiting the museum with their family and expressed a desire to provide similar opportunities for future generations.
“This wonderful gift is a celebration of the way that philanthropy can have a significant and lasting impact for generations,” said André Allaire, MAM’s chief development officer. “Every day, our youngest museum visitors will be able to access, engage with, and learn from world-class exhibitions and programs free of charge thanks to the generosity of an individual who believes in the power of art to strengthen our community.”…