June 10, 2023

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September 10, 2023

DinoDomes

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This summer, visit a living plant museum inhabited by prehistoric creatures! A select group of dinosaurs have hatched and await you, unmoving, in the lush flora of the Mitchell Park Domes. Dare to pose for a picture with the raptors, uncover ancient fossils in the arid dome, and encounter our largest dinosaur in the tropical dome. But be on your guard -- Jurassic times call for Jurassic measures.

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Hours
Open year-round**
Admission is for one entry.
No re-entry permitted.
Last admission one hour before close.

M: 9 AM - 5 PM
TUE: CLOSED
⛄DEC 19 : 9 AM - 8 PM with lights
⛄DEC 26 : 9 AM - 8 PM with lights

W-F: 9 AM - 5 PM
Sa-Su: 9 AM - 4 PM
Holiday Hours
🎄Dec 24: 9 AM - 2 PM
🎄Dec 25: Closed
❄Dec 31: 9 AM - 4 PM
❄Jan 1: 9 AM - 4 PM

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Masks are required inside the Domes

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Sticker Wednesdays

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Visit the Mitchell Park Domes on Wednesdays to get your free show themed sticker!
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Holiday Special Events

All events are included in regular domes admission.
*November 18th -January 7th : Photo permits will not be required for family photos taken in the Domes.

Late Nights at the Domes November 24 | 5:00, 6:00, 7:00 and 7:30 PM
We’ll be open until 8pm (last admission at 7pm) with the Show Dome electric for our after-dark music and light shows. These mini-concerts blend dynamic music and LED lighting for a truly magical experience.

Story Teller Santa | November 25 | 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Sit with this sage Santa and listen to his captivating tales. Be sure to take a photo to save the warm memories! SantaPaul47.com

Holiday Traditions | Gutekunst Flute Choir | November 26 | 1:00 - 1:45 PM  
Founded by Karen Gutekunst (“Good art” in German), this 15-person choir performs uplifting Holiday music in her memory.  Gutekunstflute.com

Story Teller Santa | December 3 | 2:30 - 4:00 PM

Story Teller Santa | December 10 | 1:00 - 3:00 PM

Story Teller Santa | December 16 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Let There Be Light | David HB Drake | December 16 | 2:00 -3:00 PM
The Troubadour returns to the Domes for his 41st performance, bringing us an eclectic mix of traditional carols and popular tunes.  Davidhbdrake.com

Drums in the Domes | Ko-Thi Dance Company
December 19 | 6:00-7:30 PM
Milwaukee’s oldest African-American arts organization, presents an energetic percussion concert. Ko-thi.org

Late Nights at the Domes | December 19 & December 26 | 5:00, 6:00, 7:00 and 7:30 PM
We’ll be open until 8pm (last admission at 7pm) with the Show Dome electric for our after-dark music and light shows. These mini-concerts blend dynamic music and LED lighting for a truly magical experience.

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Admission

Milwaukee County Residents: Receive $1 off admission. ID Required.

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AHS Members: Receive two FREE Admissions.

Friends of the Domes: Get free entry to the Domes for a full-year, plus other benefits, with a Friends of the Domes membership. Membership also includes reciprocal entry to over 300 botanical gardens across the US. Membership fees benefit the Friends of the Domes, a private non-profit 501(c) 3.

Guided Tours: Explore the Domes with your own personal guide! Our Park Naturalist, Paula Zamiatowski shares her knowledge in a one-hour tour of the Floral Show, Arid and Tropical Domes, where you’ll focus on plants and trees with uniquely interesting features, vivid and fresh blooms as well as original plant residents dating to the mid-1960s. Participants will have an additional 30 minutes at the end of the tour to visit the gift shop or a favorite dome. Guided group tours (10+ people) require a $1 surcharge per person. Email paula.zamiatowski@milwaukeecountywi.gov to arrange a tour.

Strollers:
Strollers are welcome at the Domes, however, please keep in mind that some pathways will be a tight fit for double-wide strollers.

Pets are not allowed inside the Domes. Service dogs are allowed.

Gift Cards: All Milwaukee County Parks gift cards can be redeemed for dozens of uses, including admission to The Domes. Gift cards can be purchased online at county.milwaukee.gov/EN/Parks/Make-a-Difference/GiftCards.