Visit
Hours
Monday–Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday–Sunday: 9:30–4:00
WINTER CLOSURE
January 26–February 6
MOWA | West Bend will be closed to the public during this time for exhibition changes and interior updates. We reopen Saturday, February 7, at 9:30.
Holiday Closures
Closed New Year’s Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day
Parking
Free public parking available
Entrance Fees
ONE | adult
$15
TWO | adults
$25
CREW | family
$50
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible*
- Stroller Accessible
- Ramps & Electronic Doors
*Wheelchairs available for use Wed-Sun: 9:30am–4:00pm
Locations
A network of locations & community partners.
You can find MOWA around the state with two permanent venues—the West Bend “Mothership” and MOWA | DTN in downtown Milwaukee—and two partnering community organizations that make its programs and collections accessible and free.
MOWA | West Bend
The Mothership
MOWA | DTN
Milwaukee
MOWA on the Lake
Milwaukee
MOWA | Governor’s Residence
Madison
Exhibitions On View
Frank Lloyd Wright
Modern Chair Design
October 4–January 25
MOWA | West Bend
This exhibition examines the architect’s visionary approach to furniture design, and challenges the common perception that his furniture was secondary to his architectural work.
Exhibitions On View
Members' Show 2025
November 22–January 11
MOWA | West Bend
Each year, the State Gallery lights up with nearly 200 artworks submitted by MOWA members of all ages and levels of experience. Collectively, the works reveal what is engaging the minds, hearts, and brushstrokes of MOWA members.
Exhibitions On View
Chad Alexander Matha
“Everything To Build With”
December 5–March 1
MOWA | DTN
Working with a multitude of different materials, literally “everything to build with”—language found on a thrifted yardstick—Matha transforms the overlooked and discarded into bold, unexpected stories
Exhibitions On View
Mack Bo Ross
Ancestral Layers
November 21– February 15
MOWA on the Lake inside Saint John's On The Lake
Watching his grandfather paint awakened his creative passion; visual art became “a language for the voiceless, a bridge between pain and hope.”
Exhibitions On View
Permanent Collection
On view year round
MOWA | West Bend
Only a fraction of the more than five thousand works in the museum’s collection is on view at any given time. The selection includes perennial favorites, as well as art historically significant works.
Learn about Wisconsin art—request a tour
Our expert guides share background information about artists, present social and historical contexts, and suggest connections to everyday life.
Explore West Bend and the Surrounding Area
MOWA is more than a museum—it’s a destination in the heart of historic West Bend. Surrounded by award-winning restaurants, boutique shopping, and scenic trails, there’s something for everyone from families to foodies to fitness fanatics.
As a MOWA member, you’ll receive perks such as the Community Discount Program that opens local doors to discounts. Learn more
Nibble & Sip
Shop Like a Locavore
Attractions & Activities
Hike + Bike
Stay the Night
= Community Discount Program Business
Candyman on Main
SHOP AT MOWA
Shop Online
Your one-stop shop to find covet-worthy items for every occasion.
The MOWA Shop offers a unique, artist-driven array of products and gifts at every price point, from museum-branded items to objects for the home to artist-made exclusives. Every purchase benefits museum programming and the artists you love.
Have questions?
We’ve got the answers.
How much does it cost to visit?
Your admission fee as low as $15 is actually a low-cost membership that gives you an entire year of access to the museum’s exhibitions, programs, and events. Learn more on our membership page.
Can I purchase tickets in advance?
At MOWA, we do things a little differently. Your entrance fee is actually a low-cost membership that gives you an entire year of access to the museum’s exhibitions, programs, and events. Join or renew prior to your visit for touch-free check-in.
I just joined online and don’t have a member card yet. When can I visit?
Immediately. Our Member Services Team will hand you a member card when you arrive. Enjoy your visit!
What’s the easiest way to get to MOWA?
What’s the easiest way to get to MOWA?
From North (Fond du Lac, Oshkosh, Appleton)
(From US-41 South)
Take exit 72
Turn left on WI-33 E
Turn right onto Veterans Ave
Museum is on the left
From South (Milwaukee, Menomonee Falls, Waukesha)
(From US-45)
Slight right to stay on US-45 N (follow signs for West Bend)
Take exit 71 Turn right onto W Washington St/WI-33
Turn right onto Veterans Ave
Museum is on the left
From East (Port Washington, Saukville)
(From WI-33)
Follow WI-33 W into West Bend
Turn left onto Veterans Ave
Museum is on the left
From West (Beaver Dam, Horicon, Madison)
(From WI-33)
Follow US-151 Northeast for 40 miles and take exit 132 (from Madison)
Turn right onto WI-33 E
Turn right onto Veterans Ave
Museum is on the left
Where can I park?
You can park in the free public lot just south of the museum or on the street along Veterans Avenue. You can even leave your car there while you explore downtown West Bend after your visit with us.
Is the museum wheelchair accessible?
Yes. MOWA’s galleries, offices, restrooms, and public spaces are all wheelchair accessible.
What else is there to do in West Bend?
West Bend and the surrounding Washington County offers a variety of activities. Learn more