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Santiago Calatrava
In 2001, a landmark building was completed. The Milwaukee Art Museum addition, the first US building designed by Spanish-born architect, Santiago Calatrava opened to the public. The centerpiece of this creation is a 90-foot high transparent gathering place enclosed by a light-controlling sunscreen, the brise soleil. It can be raised or lowered creating a dramatic sculpture, which the architect likened to a bird in flight. A portion of the sales of these ties supports the education programs of the Milwaukee Art Museum .
