NewsMilwaukee County

Actions

Milwaukee students to unveil trash art exhibit at Mitchell Street Public Library to raise recycling awareness

Library books
Posted
and last updated

MILWAUKEE — The city of Milwaukee is partnering with local students to present a unique trash art gallery today.

The gallery opens at 10 a.m. in the teen area at the Mitchell Street Public Library and will be on display through Dec. 14 during regular library hours.

RELATED LINKS:
-Learn more about the history of the Mitchell Street Branch
-Learn more about garbage and recycling services in Milwaukee
-Learn more about Keep Greater Milwaukee Beautiful

The goal is to raise awareness about the importance of recycling and the impact of contamination in recycling systems.

The gallery was designed by students from South Division High School, Marshall High School, and Walt Whitman School as part of a series of art workshops.

The workshops educated students on the dangers of recycling contamination, and the resulting artwork creatively displays items commonly mistaken for recyclable materials.

The event is hosted by Keep Greater Milwaukee Beautiful.

Where is Mitchell Street Public Library?
It is located at 906 W. Historic Mitchell St. Milwaukee, WI 53204.

When are regular library hours?
-Monday: Noon to 8 p.m.
-Tuesday: Noon to 8 p.m.
-Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
-Thursday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
-Friday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
-Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
-Sunday: closed


Talk to us:
Hey there! At TMJ4 News, we're all about listening to our audience and tackling the stuff that really matters to you. Got a story idea, tip, or just want to chat about this piece? Hit us up using the form below. For more ways to get in touch, head over to tmj4.com/tips.


It’s about time to watch on your time. Stream local news and weather 24/7 by searching for “TMJ4” on your device.

Available for download on Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, and more.


Report a typo or error // Submit a news tip