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John Michael Kohler Arts Center, Sheboygan, WI

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John Michael Kohler Arts Center

Independent contemporary art museum and performing arts complex in downtown Sheboygan, with a satellite space for artist-built environments.

608 New York Ave, Sheboygan, WI 53081 · Sheboygan, WI

About John Michael Kohler Arts Center

The John Michael Kohler Arts Center is a not-for-profit contemporary art museum and performing arts complex in downtown Sheboygan. It shows changing exhibitions of contemporary and self-taught art, commissioned works, performances, and art spread throughout the building. Visitors can also find hands-on art spaces, a cafe, and a shop with artist-made goods. A second location, the Art Preserve, about a 10-minute drive away, focuses on immersive artist-built environments. Admission to both locations is free, and parking is free on site.

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  • #contemporary art
  • #self-taught art
  • #artist-built environments
  • #free admission

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