Description
The Museum's permanent collection soars in celebration of nature with historic and contemporary paintings, sculptures, and works on paper that focus on birds.
In addition, 8-10 changing exhibitions each year bring to central Wisconsin a wide array of art from around the world.
A highlight of the exhibition schedule is "Birds in Art" in September and October,
an annual event always worth crowing about that attracts both international artists as well as art lovers and bird lovers.
The Margaret Woodson Fisher Sculpture Gallery is a beautifully landscaped 1.5 acre garden dotted with
works from the permanent collection as well as temporary exhibitions.
You'll enjoy exploring this outdoor gallery with the changing seasons as a natural backdrop.
It is also the site of a popular summer concert series.
Educational programs abound for visitors of all ages through guided tours, demonstrations, lectures, and hands-on activities.
Consult the Museum's web site for specific exhibition and program information.
History
The vision for the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum began with plans by the three daughters of Leigh Yawkey Woodson
to create a museum as a gift to the Wausau community.
Incorporated as a nonprofit educational organization in 1973, the Museum opened in September 1976 and celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2006.
The American Association of Museums awarded accreditation in 1979 and re-accreditation in 1987 and 2002.
The Museum remains committed to a policy of free admission established in 1976.
As north central Wisconsin's only art museum, the Woodson serves a largely rural, 15-county geographic area.
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