Learn MoreArt Cart
The Museum’s free outdoor art programs are out on the road again! Art Cart and Art Cart EXTRA! will travel to parks, playgrounds, beaches, and outdoor festivals throughout Dane County this summer.
Learn MoreMMoCA Cinema
America: Everything You’ve Ever Dreamed Of
The short documentaries of Tony Ganz and Rhody Streeter are as funny as they are unsettling, as affectionate as they are trenchant, and made with a refreshing concision that belies the depth of their cultural and social observations.
Learn MoreApply for Art Market
MMoCA invites artists and makers of all disciplines to apply for Art Market, a vibrant showcase celebrating the region’s finest handmade goods. From paintings and pottery to jewelry, jam, chocolate, and clothing, Art Market highlights exceptional craftsmanship across a wide range of creative mediums.
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Upcoming Exhibitions
Tall Grass
We are excited to announce Tall Grass, a new dining experience coming to the Museum’s street level storefront. Led by renowned Chef Elena Terry, the restaurant will feature a menu rooted in local flavors, bridging contemporary art and culinary traditions.
Art Market
Art Market brings artists, artisans, crafters, makers, bakers, and more into the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art for a weekend of handmade art, wearables, and specialty foods.
Get a jump on holiday shopping or treat yourself to something special as you explore vendors across the Museum’s three floors. Spend the day sipping cider, perusing specialty wares, and listening to live music by local artists.
Art Fair on the Square
One of the Midwest’s most popular and highly regarded outdoor celebrations of the arts will return to the Capitol Square on Saturday, July 11 and Sunday, July 12, 2026, as MMoCA presents the 68th annual Art Fair on the Square.
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The Permanent Collection
Explore nearly 6,000 art objects representing roughly 1,400 artists in its permanent collection.