We are humbled and thrilled to announce that for the ELEVENTH year in a row the Neville Public Museum has been named The Official Community's Choice Choice Awards Best of the Bay Best Museum and Best Art Gallery!

We wish to thank our incredible community of members, donors, guests, and voters whose continued encouragement and support over the years fuels our mission every single day. It is truly because of YOU that we get to continue creating exhibits, programs, membership perks, and community partnerships to give each visitor the most enriching experience possible!

We are pleased to offer free admission to Brown County residents from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month! 

Not only is admission FREE all day, so is the craft project we will be offering from 10:00 am to noon, then 1:00 on while supplies last. 

You are cordially invited to submit your original work to the 

79th Art Annual juried exhibition. The submission window is open now through August 29 at 11:59 pm. This year’s exhibition runs from October 21 through January 14, 2024.  

Please visit our website for the official prospectus, as well as the portal to submit your work. We look forward to seeing your submissions!

The Transperience is an immersive digital installation featuring a three screen 12 - 14 minute audio/video loop depicting personal insights of Transgender individuals. The Transperience is an often moving and emotional experience for viewers. The digital aspect is supported by 2D paintings, prints, and 3D sculptural elements.

Sayaka Kajita Ganz was born in Yokohama, Japan and grew up living in Japan, Brazil, and Hong Kong. She earned an MFA in 3D Studies with concentration in sculpture from Bowling Green State University and a BFA in Printmaking with a minor in Theater and Drama from Indiana University. Ganz utilizes reclaimed plastic objects like brush strokes which appear visibly unified at a distance though separate at close proximity. She describes her style as “3D impressionism.” Sculptures in this exhibition include recent work depicting animals in motion, which are rich in color and energy that create an illusion of form. 

SAYAKA GANZ: RECLAIMED CREATIONS, Produced by David J. Wagner, L.L.C, David J. Wagner, Ph.D, Curator/Tour Director, davidjwagnerllc.com.

LGBTQ+ history extends long before the iconic Stonewall Uprising and milestone historical moments continue to be made daily. Explore some of the courageous pioneers, influential moments, and hard-won victories for the LGBTQ+ community at the local, state, and national level.  

This exhibit has been made possible thanks to a collaboration with University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Archives and Area Research Center.

Why do we get sick? Come discover how germs affect our bodies and why diseases spread. Explore our "Disease Hall of Fame" to learn more about some of the deadliest diseases in history and the germs that cause them. On exhibit through August 12 before we begin building the next phase of Spectacular Science!

Congratulations to Louise Pfotenhauer on her retirement after 36 years with the Neville Public Museum! In her nearly four decades as Collections Manager, she has seen countless treasures, oddities, and heirlooms come through in hopes of making it into the Museum's permanent collection. While challenging to select a favorite, she recalls receiving rocks from the Scrays Hill quarry that feature an unidentified fossil as well as glaciation: "something like that really makes an imprint." Condensing her greatest accomplishments following a decorated career that included involvement with six national museum accreditations, overseeing and procuring the museum's collections, and the reimagining of the Generations Gallery, has been equally tough, though she cites the Generations Gallery renovation as a prideful standout. We are beyond grateful for the insight, dedication, and commitment to excellence Louise has brought to the Neville and everyone who has come through our doors. Everyone at Brown County thanks you for your spectacular public service and wishes you the very best in your well-deserved retirement, Louise!

Just as our beloved Stompy and his fellow mastodons braved the Ice Age together, you can join the Neville's powerful pack of sustainable donors to make a major impact! By becoming part of The Herd, you commit to a consistent financial contribution in the amount of your choosing on your schedule. Whether that gift comes to us monthly, quarterly, or annually, it becomes instantly strengthened alongside those of fellow sustaining supporters. Collectively you help reinforce the value you find in the Neville's programs, exhibits, and the ongoing preservation of our community's rich history.

Whatever amount you choose is the right amount, so set up your sustainable gift today by reaching out to Foundation Executive Director, Kasha Huntowski today at 920-448-7850. We look forward to thunderous success with The Herd!

Neville Public Museum Foundation | 920-448-4460 | www.nevillepublicmuseum.org

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