Mulva Cultural Center

Mulva Cultural Center The Mulva Cultural Center offers traveling exhibits, arts and culture within an architecturally significant facility in historic downtown De Pere, WI.

The Mulva Cultural Center is the vision of James J. and Miriam B. Mulva, De Pere natives whose immense generosity will provide world-class cultural experiences for generations to come. The Mulvas envision the center to be a catalyst for community investment and an anchor for De Pere’s ongoing vitality. The design, construction and operations of the Mulva Cultural Center are being financed by perso

nal donations from the Mulvas or through grants from the Mulva Family Foundation and managed by the De Pere Cultural Foundation.

Something new is riding into Mulva Cultural Center this summer.Cowboys: History & HollywoodMembers Only Preview: June 10...
06/02/2026

Something new is riding into Mulva Cultural Center this summer.

Cowboys: History & Hollywood
Members Only Preview: June 10–12, 2026
Open to the Public: June 13 – September 7, 2026

Explore the real history and Hollywood mythology of the American Cowboy through:
• Historic artifacts and cowboy gear
• Classic Western film memorabilia
• Stories from the American West
• Presidential connections, including Ronald Reagan

Produced by the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library & Museum in partnership with Mulva Cultural Center, this is only the second and final time the exhibition will be on display while still in development.

Get ready to explore the story of the American Cowboy — real and reimagined.

Explore creativity through the Makers in Action Summer Program Series at Mulva Cultural Center.In this beginner-friendly...
06/01/2026

Explore creativity through the Makers in Action Summer Program Series at Mulva Cultural Center.

In this beginner-friendly Crushed Glass & Resin Workshop, participants will create a heart-shaped beach scene on canvas using crushed glass, resin, sand, shells, and shimmering ocean-inspired textures. Layer vibrant shades of blue glass to form ocean waves, then finish your piece with realistic beach details and a glossy resin coating.

Led by Urban Cultural Arts, this hands-on workshop offers a relaxing and approachable introduction to resin art in a supportive studio environment.

📅 June 8, 2026
🕥 10:30 AM
📍 Explore Classroom
👥 Maximum 16 participants
🎟 Members: $35 | General Public: $40

Learn more and register with the link in comments.

🎬 Harriet at Mulva Cultural CenterOne woman’s courage can change the course of history.Harriet tells the extraordinary s...
06/01/2026

🎬 Harriet at Mulva Cultural Center

One woman’s courage can change the course of history.

Harriet tells the extraordinary story of Harriet Tubman—from her escape from slavery to her fearless work leading others to freedom. With unwavering determination and deep resilience, her journey became a beacon of hope for hundreds and a defining chapter in American history.

Brought to life through a powerful performance by Cynthia Erivo, this film offers a moving portrait of strength, sacrifice, and purpose.

✨ Inspiring and deeply human, it’s a story that continues to resonate—inviting reflection, connection, and a deeper understanding of the past.

🎟️ Learn more and plan your visit: [link in comments]

Summer evenings on the Fox River begin at Mulva Cultural Center. 🎶In partnership with Downtown De Pere’s Summer Fridays ...
05/31/2026

Summer evenings on the Fox River begin at Mulva Cultural Center. 🎶

In partnership with Downtown De Pere’s Summer Fridays programming, kick off our First Fridays: Music on the Patio series with live music from Crow + Sparrow, food from El Bistro Food Truck, and drinks and snacks from Cafe on Broadway — all on our North Patio.

📅 Friday, June 5, 2026
🕔 5:00–8:30 PM
🎵 Live Music: Crow + Sparrow
🌮 Food Truck: El Bistro Food Truck
🍹 Beverages & Snacks: Cafe on Broadway

Admission is free. Food and beverages available for purchase. Seating is first come, first served.

Bring your friends, enjoy the riverfront atmosphere, and celebrate the start of summer in downtown De Pere.

As part of the Screen and Scholar series, this thought-provoking discussion examines the Coen Brothers’ A Serious Man th...
05/31/2026

As part of the Screen and Scholar series, this thought-provoking discussion examines the Coen Brothers’ A Serious Man through the lens of the biblical Book of Job, modern Jewish life, and universal questions surrounding suffering, faith, uncertainty, and fairness.

Presented by Karen E. Park, a historian and former theology and religious studies professor at St. Norbert College, this program invites audiences into a thoughtful and accessible conversation connecting film, history, religion, and contemporary culture.

📅 June 11, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Discover Auditorium
👥 Suggested ages 18+
🎟 Members: $10 | General Public: $15

Learn more and register with the link in comments.

05/31/2026

42 minutes.

That’s all it takes to completely change how you see horses—and the humans who depend on them.

Most people see horses as powerful.

But they don’t see the bond.
The trust.
The survival.

Horse Power is not just a film—it’s a journey across the world that reveals what’s possible when humans and animals move as one.

→ An 8-year-old girl and her Mongolian foal racing beyond their limits
→ Wild mustangs and a Native American healer building trust from nothing
→ The speed of elite Arabian horses pushing boundaries
→ A police horse in Amsterdam facing its toughest test
→ Miniature therapy horses bringing comfort where it’s needed most
→ And the emotional return of Przewalski horses from near extinction

Different stories.

One truth:

Connection is the real power.

In a world obsessed with speed and results, this film reminds us of something deeper—

Patience. Partnership. Purpose.

🎬 42 minutes that will stay with you long after it ends

Watch it. Feel it. Remember what real connection looks like.

👇 Link in the comments to find your viewing

This month's experience is closing soon!Step into the moments that shaped a nation.This May, experience American Revolut...
05/30/2026

This month's experience is closing soon!

Step into the moments that shaped a nation.

This May, experience American Revolution, the Augmented Experiences at Mulva Cultural Center—an immersive journey that brings history to life through interactive augmented reality. Using HistoPad® tablets, you’ll explore pivotal scenes of the American Revolution and connect with the people, places, and decisions that defined a new nation.

Featured Experiences in May:
• Colonial Virginia, 1765
• Boston: Revolution Begins, 1770–1773
• Lexington and Concord, 1775
• The Noble Train of Artillery, 1775

Presented in recognition of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, this experience invites you to rediscover history through a contemporary, deeply human lens.

Free to explore in the Atrium. New experiences arrive each month through August.

Learn more with link in comments.

Explore the beauty, complexity, and future of one of Northeast Wisconsin’s most important natural ecosystems through *Th...
05/29/2026

Explore the beauty, complexity, and future of one of Northeast Wisconsin’s most important natural ecosystems through *The Natural World of the Bay* — a documentary by local filmmaker Dan Larson.

This thoughtful film journey explores the Bay of Green Bay, the world’s largest freshwater estuary, highlighting the birds, fish, plants, invasive species, and nutrient cycles that shape its health, while also sharing the stories of the people working to care for and protect it.

Filmed over three years, the documentary offers an inspiring look at the interconnected natural world right here in our region.

🎬 *The Natural World of the Bay*
Release Year: 2026
Runtime: 55 minutes
Rating: Not Rated

Explore this film and more at Mulva Cultural Center with the link in the comments.
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De Pere, WI
54115

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