Coming Soon!
Coming Together Through the Art of John Lennon
August 16th through September 1st
The Waukesha County Museum is excited to announce the exhibit Coming Together Through the Art of John Lennon, an amazing collection of original artwork done by the musician John Lennon. The exhibit will run from August 16th to September 1st. This is a special event with an extremely limited run, so be sure you don't miss it!
The exhibit will showcase not only original artwork by the ex-Beatle, but also a number of lithographs and rare Beatles collectibles. The local collector who owns these pieces has graciously allowed us this unique opportunity to display his collection, hoping it will help us to raise funds for the museum's growing humanities programming. “As a part of our community, it gives me a great deal of pleasure helping the Waukesha Historical Society and Museum with their efforts,” he is quoted as saying. “I hope that everyone will come together to see these original drawings by John Lennon and be as fascinated by them as I am.”
During the run of this exhibit, special museum admission prices applies. The museum will be open for extended hours during this exciting presentation. Tickets to the museum during the run of the exhibit will be $18 for adults, $12 for Senior Citizens 62 years old and over, and $6 for students under 18 years of age. There will be no free admissions or passes to the museum during the run of the exhibit. For more information, call (262) 521-2859
Also Coming:
Bob Barry, Mr. Show-business
starting August 16th
When the Beatles played Milwaukee in 1964, WOKY DJ Bob Barry was the lucky man to emcee the event. Known variously as "The Fifth Beatle" and "Mr. Show-business," Waukesha County resident Bob Barry has had a long and fascinating career, and the Waukesha County Museum is proud to present some of its highlights. Photos, memorabilia and stories of his life as a local celebrity will be on display to the public for the very first time in this exciting exhibit!
The Les Paul Experience
Les Paul, a Waukesha native and name on guitar headstocks worldwide, is working with the Waukesha County Historical Society & Museum on an exhibit about his life. The exhibit will use over 5000 square-feet in the Museum. It will open in 2010.
The exhibit will showcase Les Paul’s inventions and performances. The Museum has a number of artifacts from Paul for the exhibit. Paul’s innovations, career, and influences will come to life in the exhibit.
Donations may be sent to:
The Les Paul Exhibit
Waukesha County Historical Society & Museum
101 West Main Street
Waukesha, WI 53186
