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By Adrian Spencer, Rooted & Rising -Washington Park
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Rooted & Rising–Washington Park is inviting the entire Milwaukee community to experience a vibrant summer in Washington Park through four free community events designed to celebrate creativity, build connections, strengthen neighborhoods, and improve quality of life for residents.
As part of the organization’s ongoing Washington Park Quality of Life Plan, these events reflect the community’s vision of creating a neighborhood where families thrive, residents connect, and everyone has access to opportunities that promote health, safety, creativity, homeownership, and lifelong learning.
“We hope the media will help us spread a little joy this summer,” said Adrian Spencer, Deputy Director of Rooted & Rising–Washington Park. “These events invite people of all ages to experience art, culture, nature, education, and community in one of Milwaukee’s most beautiful parks. Everyone is welcome, and every event is free.”
CAV 1 Digital Art meets Physical Art
Walk the Park, Make Some Art
Saturday, July 11, 2026
1–4 p.m.
Washington Park – Picnic Area 10 & Urban Ecology Center
Spend an afternoon celebrating creativity while enjoying the beauty of Washington Park. Families can explore art stations throughout the park featuring:
- Zine Workshop
- Makers Space
- Photo Portraits
- Aquatic Legends
- Hands-on Painting
- Junior Paint & Sip
- Mindfulness Walk
- Guided Birdwatching
- Interactive Soundscapes
- Free Community BBQ
This unique event combines public art, wellness, outdoor recreation, and environmental appreciation into one unforgettable afternoon.
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