MMAM’s 20th Anniversary Weekend

MMAM’s 20th Anniversary Weekend

July 24–26, 2026 | $6 Throwback Gallery Admission $6  |  10a – 5p daily

Join us as we celebrate 20 years of great art inspired by water at the Minnesota Marine Art Museum. This milestone weekend will honor the people, exhibitions, and experiences that have shaped MMAM over the past two decades, and we are inviting you to be part of the celebration!

The festivities will feature special activities for all ages, live music, food and beverages, birthday treats, and a chance to explore our galleries at a special throwback admission price of just $6, reflecting MMAM’s opening-year admission rate. Adding to the excitement, the World’s Largest Rubber Duck will make a special appearance on MMAM’s grounds throughout the weekend, creating the perfect backdrop for photos, family fun, and unforgettable memories.

Anniversary Party

Saturday, July 25 | 10a – 6p

Spend the day celebrating with special activities and festivities throughout the museum:

• MMAM Gardens:

  • World’s Largest Rubber Duck [10a – 6p]

  • Puppet show from Dr. Bob [11a – 2p]

  • $6 Lunch (hot dog, chips, soda) [10a – sold out]

  • $5 Mimosa Bar + $2 coffee [10a – 12p]

  • Snow cones [10a – 5p]

  • Birthday Treats + remarks [1p]

  • Happy hour & live music from the Beavers [4p – 6p]

  • Duck pull fundraising game

  • Music from KQAL [10a – 4p]

  • Cocktails from La Crosse Distilling Co. [3p – 6p]

  • Big duck merchandise

  • Photo ops with the Big Duck

  Inside MMAM:

  • Galleries open [10a – 5p]

  • Big Duck Bingo [10a – 5p]

  • Silent auction [Wednesday – Saturday 3p]