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August 12, 2026

Painting with Weeds

Elaina Johann, administrative manager Because I studied painting when I was an undergrad at the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design, I often get the question “do you still paint?” The answer is: “yes, I do.” Then I typically discuss how I am a winter painter. The biggest reason for not picking...
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August 5, 2026

Many Miles and Years Later

Neil Nielsen, facilities manager When I was in elementary school in Tomahawk, WI, my class took a field trip to the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum. I never imagined that, many miles and years later, I would end up working...
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July 29, 2026

Meet the Interns: Wyatt

Wyatt Podgorski, 2026 Summer Intern My name is Wyatt Podgorski, an intern at the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum. I’m currently attending St. Norbert College in De Pere, WI, where I’m studying art history. A native of Wausau, I’ve grown...
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July 22, 2026

Meet the Interns: Sophia

Sophia Myshchyshyn, 2026 Summer Intern Hello! My name is Sophia and I am delighted to share a little bit about myself as a summer intern at the Woodson Art Museum. I just finished my undergraduate journey at UW-Madison, where I...
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July 15, 2026

Meet the Interns: Ana

Ana Sewall, 2026 Summer Intern Hello! My name is Ana Sewall and I am thrilled to be a summer intern at the Woodson Art Museum. I recently completed my first year of studying art history at Montana State University, but...
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July 8, 2026

Art That’s Music to Our Ears

In just a couple short weeks, the Woodson Art Museum will welcome Camry Ivory, a Kansas-City based artist who also works with sound and painting, to the Glass Box Studio for a two-week residency. During her time in Wausau, Camry...
Smiling woman standings infront of artworks
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