June 13 – October 4, 2026
Celebrate the florid, languorous curves, natural motifs, and refined elegance of Art Nouveau furniture, glass, and other works with 120 of the finest Art Nouveau treasures from the rich holdings of the Chrysler Museum of Art.
August 15 – November 15, 2026
This fall, the Paine is proud to take part in Wisconsin Art Destinations’ Visit 3, Get a T promotion. August 15-November 15, check in at any three participating museums to earn a limited-edition, artist-designed t-shirt (while supplies last).
September 15 – October 25, 2026
The Paine gardens give one last fanfare with the Fall Finale, capturing the essence of the season and celebrating nature’s transition with beauty and creativity.
September 30, 2026
On the last Wednesday of each month, the Paine hosts a free program for people with memory loss and their care partners – SPARK! Together we enjoy activities related to art, gardens, and current events or exhibitions at the Paine.
October 6, 2026
Paine Members at the Patron Bronze level and above are invited to an evening reception in the gardens with cocktails and music amidst the fall foliage.
October 17, 2026
A black-tie celebration featuring cocktails by the formal garden, dinner in the mansion, and dancing in the conservatory to benefit the historic Paine estate.
November 20 – November 25, 2026
Children ages 17 and under enjoy free admission to self-guided tours of Nutcracker in the Castle on select days and times with a paid adult admission, courtesy of Verve, a Credit Union.
November 20, 2026 – January 4, 2027
The beloved Nutcracker fairytale returns to the Paine “castle” with a mesmerizing array of sights, sounds, and surprises!
February 13 – May 30, 2027
As the Paine marks the 100th anniversary of the mansion’s groundbreaking, this exhibition highlights the original art collection assembled by founders Nathan and Jessie Kimberly Paine, a collection that helped establish the Paine’s identity as both a historic estate and an art museum.
June 26 – October 31, 2027
Thomas Dambos “TROLLS: Save the Humans” features six folklore-inspired activist Trolls on a mission to teach humans to rediscover nature and inspire them to be good stewards of the Earth. This internationally recognized traveling exhibition of monumental outdoor sculptures will transform the Paine’s entire historic estate into an immersive landscape experience.
