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Quadracci Pavilion, Milwaukee Art Museum - by Santiago Calatrava

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The graceful Quadracci Pavilion is a sculptural, postmodern addition to the Milwaukee Art Museum completed in 2001.

Architect:
Santiago Calatrava

Year:
2001

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History, Background and Context

A 1975 addition had increased space five-fold, but the Museum remained hidden from public view on the lower floors of the War Memorial Center. A $10 million then-anonymous gift from Betty and Harry Quadracci kicked off a capital campaign to the new addition by Calatrava.

Description and Notes

The structure incorporates both cutting-edge technology and old-world craftsmanship. The hand-built structure was made largely by pouring concrete into one-of-a-kind wooden forms. It is a building that could have only been done in a city with Milwaukee’s strong craft tradition.

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By Santiago Calatrava     In Milwaukee          

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700 N Art Museum Dr
Milwaukee
United States


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