Milwaukee Family Events

Name: Milwaukee Public Museum’s Greatest Hits: Ancient Civilizations
Start: 2026-02-14T11:00:00-06:00
End: 2026-02-14T15:00:00-06:00
Location: Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA

Welcome to the MKE With Kids Events Calendar — your go-to guide for family-friendly events in the Milwaukee area. From free storytimes and hands-on workshops to can’t-miss festivals and seasonal celebrations, we round up the best local happenings for kids and families all in one place.

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Event Series: Milwaukee Public Museum 2026

THE FINALE: ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS

Saturday, February 14, 2026
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

We’re paying one final tribute to MPM’s iconic exhibit Crossroads of Civilizations. During the closeout celebration of the Ancient Civilizations Greatest Hit, dive into the history (and future) of MPM’s two Egyptian mummies and explore the foodways that sustained people long ago.

Mummification Wrap

Explore how and why Ancient Egyptians mummified their dead using life-size models in this hands-on demonstration. Each step provides insight into the time and care needed in mummification as well as Ancient Egyptians’ understanding of the afterlife.

Located in Crossroads of Civilization on the Third Floor

Maya Masters

The Maya mastered many things from hieroglyphs and architecture to math, astronomy, and so much more! Learn about what we know, how we know it, and what we can continue to learn from their many great works.

Located in Sense of Wonder on the First Floor

Storytimes and Activities for Early Learners

Families with young children (recommended for ages 3-6) are invited to join Museum Educators for hands-on activities and storytimes about ancient civilizations. Storytimes will take place at selected times throughout the day. Kids can also try to recreate some of the most famous ancient Maya structures using blocks. The Maya built massive cities we can still see today!

Located in the First Floor Butterfly Wing play area

Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.