Milwaukee National Portfolio Day
Please join us for the 2023 Milwaukee National Portfolio Day hosted by the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design on Saturday, October 14, 2023 from 10am to 2pm. The event will be held at MIAD located at 273 East Erie Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202. This event is free and open to the public.
This is an opportunity for those who wish to pursue an education in the visual and related arts to meet with representatives from colleges accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design. Representatives will be available to review your artwork, discuss their programs and answer questions about professional careers in art. High school students, parents, teachers, school counselors, and college transfer students are encouraged to attend. Pre-registration is required.
REGISTER NOW
The National Portfolio Day Association (NPDA) uses VisitDays for event registration. Register now via the button below to receive your QR code for event admission. Milwaukee National Portfolio Day is free and open to the public.
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PARKING ON NATIONAL PORTFOLIO DAY
Please note: There is no free parking on National Portfolio Day. Metered parking is available on all Milwaukee streets. Time limits at street meters are strictly enforced. Download the MKE Park app to conveniently pay for meter parking. Parking structures are located on the east side of Milwaukee Street between Chicago and Buffalo Streets, and on the corner of Water and Chicago Streets. There is also a surface paid parking lot on the corner of Erie and Young Streets.
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