Milwaukee Art Museum, Milwaukee, Wisconsin (WI)

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Milwaukee Art Museum, Milwaukee — The Burke Brise Soleil is the moveable, wing-like sun screen that rests on top of the Museum’s vaulted, glass-enclosed reception hall. The Brise Soleil, unprecedented in American architecture, is the signature element of the Museum’s new 142,050-square-foot Quadracci Pavilion.

The Brise Soleil opens when the Museum opens and closes when the Museum closes at The Brise Soleil may stay open later some days due to special events. The “wings” also “flap” (close and open) each day at noon for visitors’ enjoyment.

With fin size ranging in length from 26 to 105 feet, the Brise Soleil wingspan spreads 217 feet at its widest point, wider than a Boeing 747-400 airplane, and weighs 90 tons. The Burke Brise Soleil’s design is also unique among the moveable structures Calatrava has created in Europe.

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We take great pride in our building and its beautiful event spaces. Most of all we want to offer you the finest quality in customer service. Discover a place where the surroundings can inspire you, from breath-taking lake views, the ultimate in grand halls and auditorium space, to a lavish boardroom suite. Complete the experience by viewing our awe-inspiring art. Our dynamic team of event serv... more

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This venue has no overnight rooms.

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On-Site Catering Service
Outdoor Function Area

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Special Features: We can provide the perfect setting for any function - meetings, lectures, receptions, reunions, fund-raisers or planning the perfect wedding. We can make it happen: superb settings, meticulous service and personalized support.

Year Built: 2001

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Categories: Museum

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Milwaukee Art Museum, Milwaukee — The Burke Brise Soleil is the moveable, wing-like sun screen that rests on top of the Museum’s vaulted, glass-enclosed reception hall. The Brise Soleil, unprecedented in American architecture, is the signature element of the Museum’s new 142,050-square-foot Quadracci Pavilion. The Brise Soleil opens when the Museum opens and closes when the Museum closes at The Brise Soleil may stay open later some days due to special events. The “wings” also “flap” (close and open) each day at noon for visitors’ enjoyment. With fin size ranging in length from 26 to 105 feet, the Brise Soleil wingspan spreads 217 feet at its widest point, wider than a Boeing 747-400 airplane, and weighs 90 tons. The Burke Brise Soleil’s design is also unique among the moveable structures Calatrava has created in Europe.

Photos published with permission of Milwaukee Art Museum