‘Dear Milwalkey…’ Clever Kid Leaves Note for Staff to Find at Local Art Museum

By Christina Lorey

May 23, 2025

“Dear Milwalkey Art Museum…”

Just LOOK at the note a clever kid left behind for art museum staff to find ⤵️

“I have come here so many times, I’ve lost count!” the young art aficionado admits before sharing their favorite pieces and one request: “If a janitor finds this, don’t throw it away!” 😆

Don’t worry, kid, they didn’t!

Thankfully, this kid and ALL kids can forever enjoy the world-renowned Milwaukee Art Museum FOR FREE thanks to a generous $3.5 million anonymous donation made in 2024.

❤️ MORE: What We Know About the Anonymous Donor Whose Generosity Made a World-Famous Museum Free for Kids

The unnamed donor said he/she grew up visiting the museum with their family and hopes that giving future kids the same opportunity will spark their creativity and appreciation for art.

So far, mission accomplished ✅

MORE: The 9 Best Children’s Museums in Wisconsin

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Christina Lorey

Christina Lorey is an Edward R. Murrow Award-winning journalist and former UpNorthNews newsletter editor. She previously worked as a producer, reporter, and TV anchor for stations in Madison and Moline. When she’s not writing or asking questions, Christina volunteers with Girls on the Run, the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, and several mental health organizations.

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