MAM After Dark: The Blue Room

Let's head to the Milwaukee Art Museum for the best party event in the city, MAM After Dark! May's theme is Jazz Lounge! Here's the description from the art museum's website:

Slip into a late-night jazz lounge where cool sounds, low light, and after-hours energy transform the Museum into Milwaukee’s most atmospheric jazz destination. Inspired by Gertrude Abercrombie: The Whole World Is a Mystery, the night leans into moody surrealism, intimate performances, and a sense of intrigue that lingers in every gallery. Let live jazz set the tone as you move through shadowy spaces filled with creative encounters—sketch a portrait, uncover hidden details in a gallery scavenger hunt, or create your own work alongside local artists. As the evening deepens, the vibe shifts from smoky lounge to late-night pulse, closing out with a DJ set that keeps the energy alive. Mysterious, immersive, and effortlessly cool—this is After Dark at its most atmospheric.

Dress the part for a night of moody elegance and late-night allure. Think classic jazz lounge meets surrealist edge—sleek silhouettes, dark tones, vintage glamour, and a touch of the unexpected. If it feels a little mysterious, a little bold, and effortlessly cool, you’re right on note.

### Event lineup

7–10 p.m. | Live jazz music in Windhover Hall
7–10:30 p.m. | Hands-on art experiences with local Milwaukee artists
7–10:30 p.m. | Gallery scavenger hunt adventure
7–10:30 p.m. | Portrait drawing inspired by Gertrude Abercrombie
7–11 p.m. | Surreal for Real selfie station
10–11 p.m. | Late-night DJ

COST: For advance tickets, they are charging $39.05 general admission, $16.45 if you are a museum member. Buy tickets online here: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/55568129/mam-after-darkthe-blue-room-milwaukee-milwaukee-art-museum-mam-after-dark?gclid=

Annual museum memberships are $75, and include free access to the art gallery all year, in addition to other benefits. So if you enjoy the MAM After Dark events, an annual membership may be worth it.

WHERE WE'LL MEET: When I get there, I'll get a spot inside and post a picture on the event page. The best way to find us will be to get there on time at 7pm. If you get there later, we could be anywhere in the museum so post a comment on this event page or contact me at 414-324-2125 to find us. I will bring name tags so we know who's part of our group

PARKING: Your best bet is probably to park in the large parking structure across the street from the museum