The Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts is an independent 501(c)(3) organization relying on the generosity of our community members who know about the power of performance and visual art forms. Your gift strengthens programming that enhances the quality of life for people throughout Southeast Wisconsin.

For annual gifts of $500 or more, donors are incited to participate in a pre-performance reception with complimentary wine and light appetizers. This is affectionately called the Crump Circle, named for the Wilson Center’s first president, Phil Crump and his wife, Pat. Crump Circle receptions take place one hour prior to the Wilson Center’s Mainstage Series performances.

The Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts enriches the quality of life for so many of our neighbors. As we look ahead to the new year, your continued support is essential.

Wilson Center programs and performances are the foundation of joy, connection, and wellness. They’re touchpoints of hope.

Art teachers resilience. It reminds us to adapt, rebuild, and begin again. It helps us heal and face tomorrow with courage. At the Wilson Center, creativity shows us that even in challenging times, new possibilities emerge.

The arts care for both the mind and the heart. Every song, class, and shared moment at the Wilson Center helps us reconnect with joy, purpose, and peace, lifting spirits and easing the stress of daily life.

At the Wilson Center, everyone has a place to belong. Whether it’s a first dance class, a cultural concert, or a quiet moment in the gallery, our spaces are where people feel welcome and included.

From concerts in the Arts Park to paint-splattered smiles at Free Family Art Workshops, the arts create memories that bridge generations. Every shared performance and creative moment strengthens family bonds and friendships that hold our community together.

Our Mission in Action