uw madison tour schedule

Search People and Pages

This search returns up to five matches as you type. The matches can be found immediately after the search input field.

• Admissions & Aid
• Student Life

Utility Menu

• Email/calendar
• Google Apps

Feel the magic of UW–Madison. Bustling pedestrian malls lead to serene lakeside views, and modern facilities blend in comfortably with historic landmarks. The city’s vibrant arts scene attracts the world’s top talent, and changing seasons regularly afford unexpected experiences. Come see for yourself.

Find a visit option that’s right for you

Whether you join us in person or from the comforts of home, you can experience all that UW–Madison has to offer. Check out our many options for exploring campus.

Campus events for prospective students

Explore UW–Madison through a variety of events specifically for prospective and admitted undergraduate students and their guests. Choose from open houses, admissions information sessions, campus tours, transfer visit days, academic-specific sessions, and more.

Specialty group campus tours

Campus walking tours are available for school and adult groups visiting campus. Discover UW–Madison’s history, traditions, academic excellence, campus landmarks, dynamic and diverse student life, and more.

Cultural landscape tour

The First Nations Cultural Landscape Tour provides an introduction to the 12,000 years of human history along the shores of Lake Mendota and the relationship between the Native Nations and Teejop (the area now known as Madison).

Virtual events for prospective students

Experience UW–Madison from afar by joining a virtual information session, campus tour, and discussion session about your interests inside and outside of the classroom. In a Q&A panel, learn what it’s really like to be a Badger from a current student.

Visual tour of campus and the city

Embark on an immersive visual tour of UW–Madison, previewing life as a student. Get a firsthand glimpse of facilities, scenic spots, academic spaces, and more.

Madison through the seasons

From vibrant fall foliage along the lakeshores to winter wonderlands draped in snow, this comprehensive journey captures our city’s ever-changing beauty throughout the year.

Take a student-led tour using our app

Discover UW–Madison using our free mobile app featuring a student-led narrated tour. The tour includes information about buildings, academics, transportation, housing, and all things surrounding the student experience.

• Download iOS app
• Download Android app
• Learn more about the app

Explore our favorite places on campus

Find something fun to do.

• Find an event

Ready to visit? Start building your itinerary

Transportation.

UW–Madison is located in the capital city of Madison, in south-central Wisconsin. Dane County Regional Airport (MSN), on Madison’s northeast side, provides regional and national air service to and from Madison. Additionally, long distance intercity bus services provide scheduled service to and from Madison, connecting to Milwaukee and Chicago airports and to Amtrak in Chicago.

• Travel by bus
• Fly into Madison

UW–Madison offers accommodations for guests attending university-related functions or conducting university business. Check individual websites for current rates and guest eligibility guidelines.

• Wisconsin Union Hotel
• The Fluno Center for Executive Education

Discounted private hotel partner options are also available for campus visitors at the DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown (15% discount) and Hyatt Place (20% discount). Campus visitor rates are based on availability. If available, the discount will appear for your designated travel dates.

• DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown
• Hyatt Place

Looking for more options? Destination Madison has complete listings. Availability may be limited when there are large events and conventions being held in the city or on campus.

Where to park

Visitor parking is available in university garages and in city-run ramps and lots. Please note that parking on or near campus is limited. Give yourself 45–60 minutes to park and arrive at your destination. Street parking near campus is usually restricted to two hours.

• Real-time parking availability
• Visitor parking rates
• Accessible parking options

Where should I park when visiting campus?

Hourly parking is available in campus gated lots (garages/ramps) and some surface lots on campus. The campus map shows locations of public parking on campus , including a realtime count of open spots in each public lot.

You can also check online for current parking availability in campus ramps and garages, or visit the Transportation Services drive-through location at 21 North Park St. upon arrival.

If you plan to visit a welcome center, we recommend the following campus parking lots:

• Union South - Lot 17 , Lot 20 , or Lot 80
• Discovery Building - Lot 17 , Lot 20 , or Lot 80
• Memorial Union - Lot 6

What options are available to avoid parking on campus?

Consider door-to-door service by taking a taxi, shuttle, or ridesharing service to your destination.

While on campus, get around for free on the campus circulator bus (routes 80, 81, 82, or 84). Routes 80 and 84 provide daytime service, and routes 80, 81, and 82 provide nighttime service. Find information about routes and schedules on the bus page .

If you prefer to park off campus, a full list of city parking options are available on the City of Madison website .

Who can I contact with parking questions?

If you have questions, check out the visitor parking help center or contact Transportation Services .

Places to eat

Campus and the surrounding Madison area offer a wide selection of dining options.

• Campus dining
• Madison restaurants

Campus information

If you have any questions or need assistance, Campus and Visitor Relations is available to help.

• Welcome centers
• Visitor guides & publications
• Submit a question

Are you searching for something specific?

2024 Varsity Band Spring Concert

Friday, april 19 & saturday, april 20 7:30 pm uw–madison kohl center.

Honoring Badger Band traditions like our ever popular Fifth Quarter and “ On, Wisconsin! ” and featuring new charts from the Fall 2023 season, the April 2024 UW Varsity Band Spring Concert will appeal to Badger Band fans of all ages. Highlights for this year’s show include “Music of the 90s,” “Music of Taylor Swift,” and longtime favorites like “Space Badgers,” “ If You Want To Be A Badger ,” and our signature Badger Band Finale.

TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

Click here to purchase.

Parking permits available with the purchase of a ticket.

Individual Tickets

General Public: $25 UW–Madison students: $15

School & Group Tickets

School groups of 20+ Special rate of $15 each for seats in select sections (both nights)

Groups of 8+ Special rate of $20 each for seats in select sections (both nights)

School & Group ticket inquiries: Contact Alexis Hardy, UW Athletics Ticket Office [email protected]

Support for the 2024 UW Varsity Band Spring Concert has been provided by

• Office of Admissions and Recruitment

Upcoming Virtual Events     Upcoming In-Person Events

Are you an admitted undergraduate student looking for our admitted student events ? View our events for admitted students .

Choose from a wide-variety of virtual or in-person events and join us to learn more about what UW–Madison has to offer you!

Disability-related accommodations can be requested within the registration for each event. Please register and submit at least two weeks prior to an in-person event or three business days prior to a virtual event.

Upcoming events

• College of Engineering Prospective Student Information Session and Tour 04/29/24 - 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM Central
• Drop-In and Explore the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences 04/29/24 - 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM Central
• Virtual Drop In and Explore the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences 04/30/24 - 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM Central
• Virtual Admissions Information Session 04/30/24 - 7:00 PM to 7:45 PM Central
• Admissions Information Session AND Campus Tour 05/01/24 - 10:30 AM to 12:45 PM Central

View more upcoming events

Search for events by date

Browse event schedule by event type.

• Admissions Information Session AND Campus Tour
• Art Department
• Art Department Information Session
• College of Agricultural & Life Sciences (CALS) Transfer Information Session and Advising
• College of Agricultural & Life Sciences (CALS) Virtual Information Session
• College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) Information Session
• College of Engineering Prospective Student Information Session and Tour
• College of Engineering Virtual Prospective Student Information Session
• College of Letters & Science (L&S) Information Session
• Computer Sciences Information Session
• First-Year Interest Groups (FIGs) Information Session
• Recreation and Wellbeing Information Session
• School of Education Information Session
• School of Human Ecology Information Session
• School of Human Ecology Virtual Q&A
• School of Nursing Information Session and Building Tour
• School of Nursing Virtual Information Session
• School of Pharmacy Information Session
• Study & Intern Abroad
• Study & Intern Abroad - Virtual Session
• Transfer Visit Day
• Transfer Visit Day - Virtual Livestream
• University Housing Tour
• University Recreation & Wellbeing Tours
• Virtual Admissions Information Session
• Virtual Transfer Information Session
• Wisconsin School of Business BBA Information Session
• Wisconsin School of Business Virtual BBA Information Session
• Wisconsin School of Business 1:1 Visit & Tour

Search for an event by date

Search by date range, search by event type, experience wisconsin open house.

Join us for Experience Wisconsin Open House , a full day of programming that offers you a glimpse into a variety of opportunities and resources available at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Build your schedule from a selection of sessions that cover a host of topics, including housing, academic information sessions, admissions information sessions, and campus tours. Register for sessions that fit your interests and your schedule.

Disability-Related Accommodations

Communication Access Realtime Translation or Sign Language Interpretation of events may be available by request. If you or anyone in your party needs assistance related to a disability, or other needs, please indicate that in your Visit Bucky event registration.

If possible, please register and submit your request at least 10-business days before your event to help us ensure resources are available.

If you have any questions, please email [email protected] .

Be sure to check out our help section if you need further assistance. Or send us an email .

ENHANCED BY   .st0{fill:#ea4335}.st2{fill:#4285f4}

Schedule a visit, get your first taste of badger life..

Want to know what makes our Top-10 School of Pharmacy so special? Schedule an on-campus visit today to see the difference for yourself.

Schools and colleges at UW‒Madison

States represented by UW students

Countries are home to UW students

School of Pharmacy Tours & Visits

Nothing we could tell you about our campus, or the city of Madison itself, could ever stand up to the experience of actually being here. Visit us and you’ll find world-class academic programs, a close-knit community of students, and a diverse business and research capital all in the same place. Whatever your career aspirations, do it at a school that sets you up for a lifetime of achievement. Schedule your School of Pharmacy campus visit today.

We would love to meet you!

Visiting our campus is the best way to see all that the University of Wisconsin–Madison has to offer. Whether you want to join a tour group or schedule an individual session, we make it easy for you to learn about our Top 10 ranked School of Pharmacy for yourself.

You'll have to see it to believe it.

At the intersection of a capital city, business and innovation core, medical and healthcare hub, and a world-class flagship university, the city of Madison bursts with energy and opportunity.

Recognized as one of the best places to live in America, the city of Madison is also ranked #2 Best Cities for Millennials. Whether you love the outdoors and enjoy an active lifestyle to immersing yourself in the arts and music scene to sampling the latest foodie destinations and restaurants, Madison offers it all.

See why the city of Madison makes the list as a great place to live and launch your career.

Campus Tour

Explore the opportunities, programs, and services that UW–Madison has to offer through a virtual campus tour.

Virtual School of Pharmacy Tour

Unable to visit? Take a virtual tour of Rennebohm Hall and our PharmD program with Kelsey, a third-year pharmacy student.

Prospective Student Events

Learn about our PharmD program, tour our facilities, meet with faculty, and speak with current pharmacy students.

Be yourself. Find a community.

• University of Wisconsin-Madison

Your future starts here

We have many opportunities for you to learn about programs and campus, as well as ways to connect with us to get all of your questions answered.

Explore our campus

Information sessions.

Join a virtual or in-person College of Engineering Prospective Student Information Session and learn more about what it’s like to be a Badger engineer. You’ll learn about our college, how to apply and what direct admission to a program means, as well as the many ways we support student success. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the presentation.

Email questions to our College of Engineering advising team at [email protected] and someone will get back to you soon.

Follow us on social

Residence Hall Tours

On this page.

• Prospective Student Tours More
• SOAR Guided Room Viewings More
• Bradley Learning Community Tours More
• Tour Video More
• Virtual Tours More
• >>> Single Rooms More
• >>> Double Rooms More
• >>> Triple & Quad Rooms More
• Dining Markets More

University Housing offers multiple options for getting an inside look at the residence halls , whether you’re an incoming admitted student attending SOAR, a prospective student touring campus, or someone checking out virtual tours from the comfort of home.

Prospective Student Tours

University Housing offers guided in-person tours for prospective future UW–Madison students and their guests.

To take a tour, log in and register at the UW–Madison Office of Admissions & Recruitment’s Visit Bucky page .

University Housing Ambassadors – current UW students – will be your guide, leading you through the Lakeshore neighborhood to see a common first-year student room. Next, tour groups will explore the  Four Lakes Market , located on the shore of Lake Mendota. Along the way, your University Housing Ambassador will talk about all the resources University Housing has to offer new Badgers, such as our:

• Dining and Culinary Services
• Student and professional staff members for resident support
• Student employment opportunities
• Hall and campus involvement opportunities
• Residential Learning and Affinity Communities
• Academic programs and University Housing tutors
• And much more!

University Housing is dedicated to being the place where everyone wants to live – and we would love to show you why.

Tours are available Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at varying times. Visit the online tour schedule  for a complete listing of available times during your visit. All tours are approximately 45 minutes and begin at the  Carson Gulley Center , at 1515 Tripp Circle.

Registration

Prospective students and their guests must register for tours in advance.

Schedule a Tour

Parking around Slichter Hall is extremely limited. Tour participants are encouraged to make parking arrangements ahead of time. For parking information, please visit the  Department of Transportation Services .

Back to top Back to top

SOAR Guided Room Viewings

During the summer, incoming admitted students and their guests attending Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration (SOAR) can come to drop-in guided room viewings of selected sample resident rooms in several representative residence halls.

• 1:00pm – 2:30pm
• See our map !

Please note: We are not able to offer SOAR room viewings of other buildings or rooms due to summer conference participants staying in most of our residence halls and renovation projects. The room viewings offered represent many of our most common room types and building styles, to give a sense of what students can expect for their living space.

Bradley Learning Community Tours

Join us for an exclusive tour of the Bradley Learning Community (BLC) ! The BLC is a high-energy, high-involvement, close-knit environment that brings you fully into the “Wisconsin Experience.” This tour is led by knowledgeable Peer Mentors and specifically designed for admitted students eager to dive into campus life. You will take an immersive journey through our vibrant learning community, gaining firsthand insights into student life, our proximity to state-of-the-art facilities, and the unique learning experience we offer. One of the highlights? You’ll step inside a real residence hall room, getting an authentic glimpse into your potential future home away from home. Don’t miss this opportunity to envision your college journey with us!

Tours are available at Bradley Residence Hall most Fridays in April from 4:15 – 5:15pm. To take a tour, log in and register at UW–Madison Office of Admissions & Recruitment’s Visit Bucky events for admitted students page .

Schedule a BLC Tour

Join UW–Madison University Housing Ambassador Suzy as she takes you on a #LiveWithBucky ​ Tour of the University Residence Halls. See inside a room, check out amenities in our residence halls, and learn about all the services we offer that are built for your success.

Virtual Tours

A few representative samples of various room types and dining facilities in University Residence Halls are below. Check out additional virtual tours on individual residence hall and dining location pages. In addition, Campus & Visitor Relations offers a campus virtual tour of UW–Madison.

Single Rooms

Single (Adams)

Single (Barnard)

Single (Tripp)

Double rooms.

Double (Chadbourne)

Double (Phillips)

Double (Kronshage)

Double (Sellery)

Double (Ogg)

Double (Waters)

Triple & quad rooms.

Triple (Dejope)

Triple (Smith)

Quad (Dejope)

Dining markets.

Gordon Avenue Market

Gordon Avenue Market opened on the first floor of the Gordon Dining & Event Center in 2012. It is the main dining facility in the Southeast Neighborhood, located nearby Ogg, Sellery, Smith, and Witte Residence Halls.

Four Lakes Market

Located on the first floor of Dejope Residence Hall, Four Lakes Market is the main dining facility for in the Lakeshore Neighborhood. In addition to Dejope, other nearby residence halls include Bradley, Cole, Kronshage, Phillips, and Sullivan.

Are you a prospective student thinking about attending UW–Madison ? Planning a visit to campus? Come see a room in our residence halls while you’re here!

General Residence Hall Tours

University Housing Ambassadors – current UW students – will be your guide, leading you through the Lakeshore neighborhood to see a common first-year student room in Cole Residence Hall .  Next, tour groups will explore the Four Lakes Market located on the shore of Lake Mendota.  Along the way, your University Housing Ambassador will talk about all the resources University Housing has to offer new Badgers, such as our:

• Nationally recognized Dining and Culinary Services
• Incredible student and professional staff members
• 10 Residential Learning Communities
• Technology Learning Centers

University Housing is dedicated to being the place where everyone wants to live – and we would love to show you why.

Tours are available Monday through Friday at varying times. Visit the online tour schedule for a complete listing of available times during your visit. All tours are approximately an hour long and begin at the Carson Gulley Center , at 1515 Tripp Circle.

Prospective students and their guests must register for tours in advance. Schedule a Tour

Parking around Slichter Hall is extremely limited. Tour participants are encouraged to make parking arrangements ahead of time. For parking information, please visit the Department of Transportation Services .

Learning Community Tours

Want an extra boost to your first year experience?  While you’re here, schedule a personal tour of one of our 10 Residential Learning Communities , which bring together faculty, staff, and students around an explicit focus within the University Residence Halls.  Unique seminars, class sections, and aligned co-curricular activities all help produce smaller, more intentional communities that set students up for success. Schedule a Learning Community Tour (only available during the academic year from September to April)

• Current Residents – Halls More
• Current Residents – Apartments More
• Future Residents More
• Parents & Families More

Concerts and Events

Dance performances and events take place in the Margaret H’Doubler Performance Space, in historic Lathrop Hall, 1050 University Avenue, unless otherwise noted.

Ticket Information

Tickets for events can be purchased in advance online through Campus Arts Ticketing Box Office , by phone at (608) 265-ARTS (265-2787), or in person at 800 Langdon Street. Tickets are for sale at the door, in Lathrop Hall, one hour before the performances. There is reserved seating for all concerts.

The Margaret H’Doubler Performance Space is located at 1050 University Avenue, Madison, WI.

Underground, paid parking is available in Grainger Hall, 325 N Brooks Street, Madison, WI. Other public parking is available on campus near Lathrop Hall, please check the campus parking map for locations.

2022-23 Concerts and Events

• Digging, Jin-Wen Yu Dance Concert, Sep 28-30, 2023 More
• Faculty Concert Fall 2023, Nov 16-18 & Nov 30-Dec 2, 2023 More
• Moonshine, Feb 23, 2024 More
• I CHING 20: On Seeing and Being Seen, Li Chiao-Ping Dance Concert, Mar 7-9, 2024 More
• H'Doubler Student Concert 2024, Program I, Apr 11-13, 2024 More
• H'Doubler Student Concert 2024, Program II, Apr 18-20, 2024 More

ACG's Flower crowns at the Homecoming block party. Photo courtesy Wisconsin Alumni Association

Workshops and Tour Schedule

Allen Centennial Gardens are excited to offer hands-on learning opportunities to deepen your relationship with plants! You don’t need to be a green thumb either, but you can expect to improve your love of growing and working with plants. We think there is something here for you whether you are creating art with plants or touring our many different garden spaces looking for inspiration to take home. These events and tours support the garden and embody our mission by providing opportunities for our visitors, interns, and staff to continue learning form the many beautiful spaces within ACG.

Starting in June 2024 on Saturdays, we will be hosting weekly tours ($5) in the garden and offering our build your own bouquet ($10) opportunity. These are great ways to meet and possibly work with countless seasonal flowers from our thousands of different plants.

Tours, Every Saturday June 1 to August 3

June 1 to August 3rd | 9:30 and 11:30 am – Tour Allen Centennial Garden’s   many diverse spaces and learn the gardener sense behind each. Join the 45 – 60 minute tour for $5 per person.

Build your own bouquet, also on Saturdays

June 1 to August 3rd | 9:00 to 11:00 am – Arrange them? I can hardly lift these… Build a bouquet of flowers for $10.

House plant level up

June 8 |  @ 9 am – Learn a few DIY container techniques and plant propagation skills to add pizzazz to your house plant planters and plant collections.

Designer pots often can be expensive and not quite what you need for your houseplants whether they lack drainage or they don’t have the color you want. Instead come learn with us how to make your own designer pots from the containers you know and trust! Learn how to marble paint pots, drill custom drainage holes, and propagate new houseplants. Marble an old pot and spice up your plant corner by painting it with a mixed and swirled array of color. We will show you how to make custom planters out of any mugs, bowls, or vases so you can apply this to any container you have lying around. Then, we’ll teach you all the strategies you will need to propagate some house plants which you then get to pot up and take home. This project was designed for those aged 18 and up. 60 minutes. $30

Floral greeting cards

June 8 | @ 11 am – Create stationary with pressed and dried flowers up to 5 pieces. Learn how to press flowers with a press or to make a simple DIY press at home.

Create thoughtful stationary with pressed and dried flowers up to 5 pieces and learn how to press flowers with a press or to make a simple DIY press at home with cardboard and an office fan. We’ll go through all the steps from harvest to cracking open the presses for the big reveal. This is a fun way to slow down. We love the cards since they encourage us to write more letters! 45 – 60 minutes. $10

Watercolors

June 22 | @ 9 am – Learn how to extract color from seasonal plant parts, strategies to modify colors, and a few watercolor tips. Work towards a garden inspired landscape painting.

Harvest flowers and leaves, grind with mortar and pestle, add a dash of water, and transfer to a watercolor palette. These simple steps yield remarkably vibrant colors that change throughout the season. We will teach the basics for extracting color and then share the colors around the table. We will provide a brief introduction to some of the most ‘colorful’ plants and provide you the opportunity and tools to harvest and test your own. (Many of these are easy to grow reseeding annuals and perennials.) Finally, we’ll turn you loose with watercolor paper and you will have a relaxing time painting simple, (and possibly, more elaborate) plants and scenes. 60 – 90 minutes. $25

Flower pounding on cotton

June 22 |  @ 11 am – Smash those flowers. We’ll be working on cotton fabric that’s 45” x 25” to make an elaborate floral table runner that can also be split into a bandana.

Harvest, arrange, and hammer out a cathartic art piece. Flower pounding is exactly what it sounds like with extra little twists. Flowers, fruits, leaves…anything with a pigment goes, and as you slam these materials into the fabric you release their colors and echo their forms from the growing season! From hulk smashing the most delicate flowers to gently tapping leaves to get accents or layers, we will walk you through everything from selection, harvest, and hammering your pieces together. We’ll be working on cotton fabric that’s 45” x 25” to make an elaborate floral table runner that can also be split into a bandana or divided for other projects. . We will pretreat the fabric to make the colors more vivid and more colorfast. 60 – 90 minutes. $20

Flower pounding on paper

July 6 |  @ 9 am – We will demonstrate how to hammer gently to print onto watercolor paper. Participants will have the opportunity to create 5 prints.

Harvest, arrange, and hammer out a cathartic art piece. Flower pounding is exactly what it sounds like with extra little twists. Flowers, fruits, leaves…anything with a pigment goes, and as you slam these materials into the fabric you release their colors and echo their forms from the growing season! We will walk you through everything from selection, harvest, and hammering your pieces together. Flower pounding can be done onto a variety of surfaces. For this project, we will demonstrate how to print onto watercolor paper. Participants will have the opportunity to create 5 prints which readily make greeting cards or simple floral or landscape paintings. 60 – 90 minutes. $20

Plant based dyes: intro

July 6 | @ 11 am – Learn the basics of growing and dying fabric with four different plants. Everyone will get to take home 6 fat quarters of cotton 22” x 18.

Come and dye with us! Come learn the joy and experimental process of working with natural plant based dyes by working together with other workshop participants to transform different dye plants into your own unique colors. We’ll have at least four different colors and an array of examples pre-made to serve as our guide. Learn how to harvest in our dye garden for all the necessary materials. Interested in growing these plants? They’re easy to grow or forage, we’ll show you! 

As we experience the process, we will discuss the importance and impact of plant based dyes throughout history, consider the differences and complexities of dyeing animal based fabric versus plant based fabric, and learn about the chemical process involved in making your plant based dye permanent. This is a great introductory course because it works with different techniques for dye extraction and fabric preparation.

Everyone will get to take home 6 fat quarters of cotton (22” x 18”). These may be used for future projects like quilting or hemmed into a napkin. You will have the knowledge to be able to grow your own dyeing materials! This 90-minute project was designed for those aged 18 and up. 90 minutes. $50

Plant based dyes: blue

July 20 | @ 9 am – This workshop is a deep dive into the color blue and will teach two techniques for dyeing fabric blue.

The best blues are not born, they’re grown (in the garden) and it’s easy. This workshop will teach two processes for extracting indigo from three different plants–Indigo Indigofera tinctoria, Japanese Indigo Persicaria tinctoria, and Woad Isatis tinctoria . Indigo is different from most color pigments which dissolve in water and then affix to fabric. Instead, Indigo is a solid in water…

The first technique uses only salt water and elbow grease to affix the indigo to the fabric and yields light blues. This is a fun hands-on technique to use with Japanese Indigo and takes advantage of the plant’s succulent leaves.

The second technique will require some potions skills to extract the color blue, dissolve it in water (by changing pH), then sticking it to your fabric as a yellowish dye. Finally, like magic, it will change to blue as the fabric is exposed to oxygen.

This project will include a handy reference, an indigo growing guide, and allows you to take home one dad hat in light blue and one tee shirt in a slightly darker shades. One reason we enjoy working with indigo is that it does not require the pretreatment of fabrics and can be readily utilized with natural fabrics–cotton, wool, linen, and silk–you may have at home. 90 minutes. $55

July 20 | @ 11 am – Learn how to extract color from seasonal plant parts, how to modify colors, and a few watercolor tips. We will demonstrate painting a flower.

Plant based dyes: upcycle

July 27 | @ 9 am – Bring in a piece of natural clothing that is thrifted or faded, and we’ll bring the sexy back with plants. Choose from four colors.

Join us to thrift and upcycle natural fabrics–100% cotton, linen, silk, and wool. Take those faded garden button downs that fit great and turn the color volume back up!

Wondering about what you’d like to dye? Once you sign up, we will provide tips in the weeks preceding the event. We’ll go over some of our recent upcycle projects with tips and tricks for selecting something worth transforming. We will have four seasonal colors to choose from 2 that compliment darker fabric and 2 that improve lighter fabrics. We’ll go over growing and even do some of the harvesting!

For maximum color absorption, this workshop may require you to pick up your article of clothing one week later on the following Saturday. This is dependent on your color choice.

This workshop is designed for each participant 6-8 oz of fabric to dye. This might be a button down shirt (M is around 6 -7 oz), a tee shirt (6 – 8 oz), or three pairs of socks (2 oz each). This is important because most dye recipes call for 1 part plant material to 1 part fabric. Natural fibers (100% cotton, linen, silk, and wool) are a must as synthetic fibers take up less color or none at all. 90 minutes. $40

Dry flower wreath

July 27 |  @ 11 am – Bend, snip, and arrange an everlasting wreath overflowing with texture and color. Wreaths will range from eight to twelve inches across.

Some flowers look better dried and these will look great all the time. We’ll have many of the classics like strawflower, winged everlasting, and wheat on deck, plus a host more. (There will be too many to list them all.)

Our team will be ready to go over the drying process so you can begin to generate your own materials from your own garden. While there are good flowers to dry… We encourage you to dry new things. Some of our best projects come from what you might not consider to dry first.

Working with heavy duty wire, floral tape, and floral wire, we’ll demonstrate a basic process that will allow you to create a stunning wreath for any season. The process allows you to create something very chic and minimalist or depending on your mood something substantial and full. 60 – 90 minutes. $25

General Information and Parking

We recommend navigating to the Observatory Drive and Babcock Drive corner. Plan to head north on Babcock Drive. The entrance to the garden is on Babcock Drive. You are welcome to drop off in the circle but we are not allowed to park there. Google maps will sometimes confuse the garden’s address (620 Babcock Dr, Madison, WI 53706) and navigate to Leopold Residence Hall.

Street parking is free on the weekend. Consider near the Garden on Babcock Drive (lot 34), near Porter Boathouse on Babcock Drive (lot 35), and near Babcock Dairy (lot 40). There is paid parking in the Observatory Drive Ramp next to Steenbock Library (lot 36). Lot 36 costs $4 for the first two hours. More information about parking on campus can be found here: https://transportation.wisc.edu/visitor-parking/

Workshops are held rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, we will move inside the DC Smith Greenhouses and do things there. Should this need arise before the start of our program, then participants will be notified via email two hours prior to the event. If the weather looks unfavorable please check your email before heading out. All the needed plant materials will be brought to DC Smith Greenhouses (465 Babcock Dr, Madison, WI 53706).

Private Programs

Interested in a private program? We would welcome exploring the options. These include all of what’s above and more. To learn more fill out a contact form here .

UW Law Home

Visit the wisconsin law school.

Visit the Law School & Campus

Getting here.

We look forward to welcoming you to Madison!

• Location & Directions »
• Visitor Parking »
• Campus & City Bus routes »
• Campus & Visitor Relations »

Virtual Law School Tour »

Visit madison, exploring madison.

Madison is a quintessential college town, with access to outdoor recreation, arts, sports and a thriving intellectual community.

• Visitors Guides & Publications »
• Restaurants in Madison »
• Places To Stay »

About Madison

As the state capital, Madison is home to the Supreme Court of Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Court of Appeals, and various state and federal government agencies, all within walking distance from UW Law. 

Wisconsin is an easy drive or bus ride from Chicago or Minneapolis, and major airlines serve both Madison and Milwaukee with frequent flights to and from the major hubs.

Admissions Visits

The Admissions Office is currently offering in-person and virtual meetings with our admissions counselors.  Meetings are typically offered Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. (CT).

Virtual Meetings

To schedule a 30-minute one-on-one virtual meeting with one of our admissions counselors, please visit our Calendly Scheduling Page.  

In-Person Visits

Our i n-person visits typically include :  

A 30-minute one-on-one meeting with an admissions counselor

A tour of the Law Building with one of our Student Ambassadors

A n optional class visit (Note: Class visits are not available on Fridays)  

To schedule your in-person visit, please send us an email at [email protected] and include the dates you wish to visit .  Please schedule at least one week ahead of your desired visit date.  

Group Visits

Our group  visits typically include :  

A 15-minute presentation and Q&A with one of our Admissions Counselors

Note: Group visits require that a member of the organization's e-board or the individual leading the event is present for the visit/tour. Confirmation of guest count is required at least 2 business days prior to the visit/tour.  Please let us know if your group will include more than 10 guests.

To schedule your group visit, please send us an email at  [email protected] and include the dates you wish to visit .  Please schedule at least two weeks ahead of your desired visit date.  

Contact Admissions

If you have any questions about our visit policy, p lease email us at [email protected] .  We look forward to connecting with you soon!  

Admissions »

Location & directions, university of wisconsin law school.

975 Bascom Mall

Madison, WI 53706

Traveling by Plane

Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) , on Madison's northeast side, provides regional and national air service to and from Madison.  Airlines that serve the Dane County Regional Airport »

Travelers may also fly to Chicago (ORD or MDW) or Milwaukee (MKE) and connect with bus service at the airport.

Cabs are readily available for service to campus and downtown, and many hotels offer shuttle service.

• Madison Taxi

Traveling by Bus

The Greyhound/Badger depot is located several blocks from the eastern edge of campus:

• Greyhound Bus Lines
• Badger Coaches

The Van Galder Bus Company  also provides daily round-trip service between campus and Chicago's O'Hare Airport as well as the Chicago downtown Amtrak station.

For more information about buses on campus, see UW-Madison's Bus Transportation Services .

Traveling by Car & Suggested Routes

Madison is located in south central Wisconsin and is accessible via several major highways.

Time to Madison from nearby major cities:

• 1.5 hour drive from Milwaukee (via Interstate 94)
• 2.5 hour drive from Chicago (via Interstate 90)
• 4.5 hour drive from Minneapolis/St. Paul (via Interstate 94)
• 2 hour drive from Dubuque (via US 151)

Suggested Routes

If traveling from West or East of Madison:

• I 39/90/94 exit 142A (Hwy 12)
• Continue to Exit  US-151 N/ Park St exit, EXIT 261A-B,
• Continue on Park St  2.7 miles to Lathrop St.

If traveling from South of Madison:

• I 39/90 to exit 142A(Hwy 12)

Law School is located on Lathrop street on the right.

• Visitor parking options
• Available visitor parking in real time

Law School Hours

Law building ».

• Mon – Thu: 7 am – 9 pm
• Fri: 7 am – 7 pm
• Sat – Sun:  9 am – 7 pm

Law Library Hours »

Copy shop ».

• Mon – Thu: 8 am – 8:30 pm
• Fri: 8 am – 4 pm
• Sat – Sun: Closed

Help Desk Hours »

Mead Witter School of Music

A wide selection of ensembles to choose from.

Our Band Program offers a wide selection of ensembles for students of varied abilities and interest levels. Concert Band, Marching Band, University Bands, Varsity Band, and Wind Ensemble give numerous performances at every level, from UW–Madison athletic events to professional music conferences and tours. Band ensembles regularly perform repertoire ranging from classical, standard band literature to premieres of contemporary works.

Wind Ensemble

Scott Teeple , conductor Rehearsal Schedule: Monday and Wednesday 3:45-5:45 PM, Friday 12:00-1:00 PM

Course Number: 660-040 Prerequisite: Audition required.

Description: The Wind Ensemble comprises some of the most outstanding wind and percussion majors in the Mead Witter School of Music and other gifted non-music majors who are selected by audition. The ensemble presents performandes of the finest wind repertoire, regardless of instrumentation of period . The Wind Ensemble’s instrumentation fluctuates based on the repertoire. The ensemble actively commissions new works from world-renowned composers and regularly performs with internationally acclaimed soloists and guest conductors.

Open to All Majors (Y/N): Yes, any UW–Madison student wishing to be considered for placement in Wind Ensemble may audition, regardless of degree path.

Concert Band

Corey Pompey , conductor Rehearsal Schedule: Tuesday and Thursday, 1:10-3:05 PM

Description: Concert Band is comprised of both music majors and non-majors who perform standard symphonic band repertoire, chamber repertoire, and orchestral transcriptions. Concert Band regularly hosts guest conductors and faculty soloists.

Course Number: 660-041 Prerequisite: Audition required.

Open to All Majors (Y/N): Yes, any UW–Madison student wishing to be considered for placement in Concert Band may audition, regardless of degree path.

University Bands

Alexander Gonzalez , conductor Emilie Bertram , Wednesday conductor Jake Walker , Thursday conductor

Rehearsal Schedule: 7:00–9:30 PM, one night per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday)

Course Number: 660-043 Prerequisite: No audition required.

Description: Three University Bands are available to non-music majors with an interest in making music. All three University Bands rehearse one night per week and share two concerts each semester, performing a variety of repertoire.

Open to All Majors (Y/N): Yes, any UW–Madison student wishing to be considered for placement in University Bands may enroll, regardless of degree path.

Marching Band (Fall)

Corey Pompey  and  Alexander Gonzalez,  conductors Rehearsal Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 3:30-5:30 PM

Course Number: 660-042 Prerequisite: Audition required.

Description: Anyone who has ever been a member of the Marching and Varsity Bands won’t hesitate to tell you that the four years they participated were some of the most exciting times in their life. High points over the years include appearances in the Rose Bowl and performances in Tokyo, Tampa, San Antonio, Nashville, Tucson, El Paso, Birmingham, Shreveport, and New York City. Travel includes visits to Big Ten stadiums throughout the Midwest, as well as Lambeau Field to perform during Green Bay Packers games. In Madison, the Marching Band performs weekly in Camp Randall Stadium for more than 80,000 fans during Badger football games. Keeping with tradition, up to 50,000 fans regularly stay after the conclusion of the games to enjoy the famous Fifth Quarter.

Open to All Majors (Y/N): Yes, any UW–Madison student wishing to be considered for placement in Marching Band may audition, regardless of degree path.

Varsity Band (Spring)

Corey Pompey  and  Alexander Gonzalez,  conductors Rehearsal Schedule: Wednesday 3:30-5:30 PM

Enrollment in Varsity Band is limited to those who have successfully auditioned and previously participated in fall Marching Band.

Description: Varsity Band performs concerts each season throughout Wisconsin. The annual Varsity Band Spring Concert for thousands of fans at the Kohl Center is the most rewarding. The concert has featured many renowned guest artists, including jazz legend Richard Davis, percussionist Steve Houghton, violin virtuoso Vartan Manoogian, trumpeter Stan Mark (lead trumpet, Maynard Ferguson Orchestra), opera star Kitt Reuter-Foss, world-champion steel pan soloist Liam Teague, and more.

Various athletic pep bands also play an important role in the band program and on campus. The Badger basketball and hockey teams attract fans to the Kohl Center, and in recent years, Wisconsin has enjoyed a long history of post-season tournament action.

Open to All Majors (Y/N): Yes, any UW–Madison student wishing to be considered for placement in Varsity Band may audition for Marching Band in the fall, regardless of degree path. Enrollment in Varsity Band is limited to those who have successfully auditioned and previously participated in fall Marching Band.

Summer University Band

Scott Teeple , conductor Summer University Band (Music 43) Open to UW–Madison students and members of the community

Registration: Click here to register Registration fee: $75 UW–Madison students: Enroll through the course catalog for Summer Term No audition required

Schedule: Begins Monday, June 3, 2024

Rehearsals: Mondays and Thursdays from 7 pm-9 pm Lee/Kaufman Rehearsal Hall, Hamel Music Center

Final Concert: Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 7 pm Mead Witter Foundation Concert Hall, Hamel Music Center

Additional information: Instruments: Community members are expected to provide their own instrument for ensemble participation. The Mead Witter School of Music may be able to provide certain instruments for rental, but due to limited availability, cannot guarantee instruments for community member participation.

Questions about course content can be directed to [email protected]

Concert Band And Wind Ensemble Auditions

Information Concert Band, Wind Ensemble, and Symphony Orchestra auditions are required for all students. Auditioning for these ensembles is required for UW–Madison undergraduate music majors with a classical focus degree in woodwind, brass, percussion, and strings; all UW–Madison music majors who have been awarded a scholarship while pursuing a classical focus degree in woodwind, brass, percussion, and strings; and all Summer Music Clinic Tuition Waiver recipients.

Students in Wind Ensemble re-audition every semester, and can be placed in Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and/or Concert Band. Students placed in Concert Band in the fall who wish to stay in Concert Band do not need to re-audition in the spring.

Non-music majors (non-music scholarship recipients) who are interested in auditioning only for Concert Band should prepare the music listed as “Concert Band Only” audition music (not the music excerpts required for consideration in Wind Ensemble and/or Symphony Orchestra).

2024 Audition Dates Audition signups open June 1, 2024 for Concert Band, Wind Ensemble, Symphony Orchestra, and Choirs. A signup link will be posted to this page.  Monday, August 26 Flute Horn Harp

Tuesday, August 27 Oboe Bassoon Trumpet Viola

Wednesday, August 28 Violin Cello

Thursday, August 29 Saxophone Euphonium Tuba Tenor & Bass Trombone Double Bass

Friday, August 30 Clarinet Percussion

Marching Band/Varsity Band Auditions

Visit badgerband.wisc.edu/join-the-band to learn more about the Marching Band audition process.

Enrollment in Varsity Band is limited to those who have successfully auditioned and previously participated in fall Marching Band. Visit badgerband.wisc.edu/join-the-band to learn more.

Wind Ensemble Concerto Competition

Wind Ensemble Concerto Competition guidelines are available here .

The biennial Wind Ensemble Concerto Competition is open to students of all musical instruments who are full-time students at the School of Music and participating in a large performing ensemble. The competition auditions occur during the fall semester of odd-numbered years.

Winners perform the following semester (spring semester of even-numbered years). Performers compete in a single round competition recital adjudicated by faculty/professional musicians. Solo entries should be original works for wind ensemble. One winner is selected to perform a concerto with the Wind Ensemble.

Musicians who have been named a winner in one of the School of Music Large Ensemble Concerto Competitions are not eligible to compete in a second competition during the same year.

Scott Teeple

Corey Pompey

Alexander Gonzalez

Facilities 

Faculty & Staff

Areas of Study

Concerts & Events

Community Music Lessons

Undergraduate Admissions

Facts & Figures

Musician Health

School of Music KB

Hire a Music Student

[email protected] 455 N. Park Street Madison, WI 53706

Privacy Overview

Admitted Student Checklists

As an admitted student to the University of Wisconsin–Madison, you may have questions about what you’ll need to do next to get ready to be a Badger.

Follow these steps to guide you through our enrollment process.

Be sure to keep track of your deadlines for enrollment confirmation, financial aid, final transcripts, and housing, and check your email often for important information, including invitations to admitted student events.

Our office is available to help with any questions.

• Academics More
• What We Look For More
• How to Apply More
• Finance Your Education More
• Student Life More
• Plan Your Visit More

First-Year Admitted Student Checklist

International Admitted Student Checklist

Transfer Admitted Student Checklist

Reentry Admitted Student Checklist

• Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center

The Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center (Bakke) is the second building project of the master plan and the third project overall. The building is named for lead donors Jim (’77) and Sue Bakke .

The Bakke (bah-kee) Center features spaces dedicated to supporting wellbeing services (such as the Wolf Teaching kitchen, restorative studios, and rooms for massage therapy, peer wellness coaching, and meditation), as well as a 25-yard recreational pool, eight multipurpose courts, Sub-Zero Ice Center, a climbing and bouldering wall, sports simulators, multipurpose studios, an indoor jogging track, a rooftop fitness area, and over 29,000 square feet of fitness space.

TODAY’S HOURS

Bakke recreation & wellbeing center.

1976 Observatory Drive Madison, WI 53706 (608) 262 - 8244

Hours of Operation

• Spring Break
• Winter Break
• Maintenance Closures

January 22 – May 12

Adjusted hours, march 22 – march 31, may 13 – august 25, maintenance closure week, memorial day weekend, independence day, august 26 – december 20, thanksgiving weekend, final exam week, december 21 – january 5, january 6 – january 19.

Building will be closed May 12 – 19 for annual deep cleaning and maintenance.

VIEW POOL HOURS

Live Building Usage

Level 1 Fitness

Level 2 Fitness

Level 3 Fitness

Level 4 Fitness

Bakke Track

Willow Room

SubZero Ice Center

Esports Room

See it for Yourself

VIEW FLOOR MAPS

What to Expect

• Compared to the Nat

*In order to account for the closure of the Southeast Recreational Facility (SERF) in August 2017, we made several changes to the Natatorium to increase overall fitness space and usability for our students and members.

**Specs are based on initial design work and may change throughout the planning process based on facility efficiency and programming needs.

Getting There

• Lot 67 (1 minute walk): located at 2002 Linden Drive. Controlled at all times, limited visitor parking availability, pay at gated exit.
• Lot 57 (1 minute walk): controlled 7:00am – 4:30pm Monday – Friday, Free after 4:30pm & all day Saturday and Sunday.
• Lot 37 (7 minute walk): controlled 7:00am – 4:30pm Monday – Friday, Free after 4:30pm & all day Saturday and Sunday. Timed parking stalls may be available.
• Lot 36 (7 minute walk): located at 1645 Observatory Drive. Controlled at all times, limited visitor parking availability, pay at gated exit.
• Lot 39 (7 minute walk): controlled 7:00am – 4:30pm Monday – Friday, Free after 4:30pm & all day Saturday and Sunday. Timed parking stalls may be available.
• Bike and moped stalls are available in front of Bakke.

For more information on campus parking, check out the parking website for maps, restricted parking times, and more.

• Convenient bus lines include routes A, B, 80, 81, 82, and 84.

Fall 2024 Tuition and Fees Announcement

On April 4th of 2024, the UW System Board of Regents approved a plan for tuition increases for Universities of Wisconsin undergraduate students. At UW-Madison, resident undergraduate tuition will increase by $362 to $10,006 annually in fall 2024. Tuition for non-resident UW–Madison undergraduates will increase by $1,464 to $40,505 annually in fall 2024. The Board of Regents also approved increases to undergraduate tuition differential charges for the Wisconsin School of Business, the College of Engineering, and the School of Nursing. For the 2024-25 academic year, the Wisconsin School of Business will increase their differential charge to $3,000, the College of Engineering will increase their differential charge to $2,600 and the School of Nursing will increase their differential charge to $1,500. Graduate tuition will not be increased.

Segregated fess will also increase for all students at UW-Madison by $35, a 2.2% change over the current academic year. More information on the announcement can be found  here .

Search People and Pages

This search returns up to five matches as you type. The matches can be found immediately after the search input field.

• Admissions & Aid
• Student Life

Utility Menu

• Email/calendar
• Google Apps

Feel the magic of UW–Madison. Bustling pedestrian malls lead to serene lakeside views, and modern facilities blend in comfortably with historic landmarks. The city’s vibrant arts scene attracts the world’s top talent, and changing seasons regularly afford unexpected experiences. Come see for yourself.

Find a visit option that’s right for you

Whether you join us in person or from the comforts of home, you can experience all that UW–Madison has to offer. Check out our many options for exploring campus.

Campus events for prospective students

Explore UW–Madison through a variety of events specifically for prospective and admitted undergraduate students and their guests. Choose from open houses, admissions information sessions, campus tours, transfer visit days, academic-specific sessions, and more.

Specialty group campus tours

Campus walking tours are available for school and adult groups visiting campus. Discover UW–Madison’s history, traditions, academic excellence, campus landmarks, dynamic and diverse student life, and more.

Cultural landscape tour

The First Nations Cultural Landscape Tour provides an introduction to the 12,000 years of human history along the shores of Lake Mendota and the relationship between the Native Nations and Teejop (the area now known as Madison).

Virtual events for prospective students

Experience UW–Madison from afar by joining a virtual information session, campus tour, and discussion session about your interests inside and outside of the classroom. In a Q&A panel, learn what it’s really like to be a Badger from a current student.

Visual tour of campus and the city

Embark on an immersive visual tour of UW–Madison, previewing life as a student. Get a firsthand glimpse of facilities, scenic spots, academic spaces, and more.

Madison through the seasons

From vibrant fall foliage along the lakeshores to winter wonderlands draped in snow, this comprehensive journey captures our city’s ever-changing beauty throughout the year.

Take a student-led tour using our app

Discover UW–Madison using our free mobile app featuring a student-led narrated tour. The tour includes information about buildings, academics, transportation, housing, and all things surrounding the student experience.

• Download iOS app
• Download Android app
• Learn more about the app

Explore our favorite places on campus

Find something fun to do.

• Find an event

Ready to visit? Start building your itinerary

Transportation.

UW–Madison is located in the capital city of Madison, in south-central Wisconsin. Dane County Regional Airport (MSN), on Madison’s northeast side, provides regional and national air service to and from Madison. Additionally, long distance intercity bus services provide scheduled service to and from Madison, connecting to Milwaukee and Chicago airports and to Amtrak in Chicago.

• Travel by bus
• Fly into Madison

UW–Madison offers accommodations for guests attending university-related functions or conducting university business. Check individual websites for current rates and guest eligibility guidelines.

• Wisconsin Union Hotel
• The Fluno Center for Executive Education

Discounted private hotel partner options are also available for campus visitors at the DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown (15% discount) and Hyatt Place (20% discount). Campus visitor rates are based on availability. If available, the discount will appear for your designated travel dates.

• DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown
• Hyatt Place

Looking for more options? Destination Madison has complete listings. Availability may be limited when there are large events and conventions being held in the city or on campus.

Where to park

Visitor parking is available in university garages and in city-run ramps and lots. Please note that parking on or near campus is limited. Give yourself 45–60 minutes to park and arrive at your destination. Street parking near campus is usually restricted to two hours.

• Real-time parking availability
• Visitor parking rates
• Accessible parking options

Where should I park when visiting campus?

Hourly parking is available in campus gated lots (garages/ramps) and some surface lots on campus. The campus map shows locations of public parking on campus , including a realtime count of open spots in each public lot.

You can also check online for current parking availability in campus ramps and garages, or visit the Transportation Services drive-through location at 21 North Park St. upon arrival.

If you plan to visit a welcome center, we recommend the following campus parking lots:

• Union South - Lot 17 , Lot 20 , or Lot 80
• Discovery Building - Lot 17 , Lot 20 , or Lot 80
• Memorial Union - Lot 6

What options are available to avoid parking on campus?

Consider door-to-door service by taking a taxi, shuttle, or ridesharing service to your destination.

While on campus, get around for free on the campus circulator bus (routes 80, 81, 82, or 84). Routes 80 and 84 provide daytime service, and routes 80, 81, and 82 provide nighttime service. Find information about routes and schedules on the bus page .

If you prefer to park off campus, a full list of city parking options are available on the City of Madison website .

Who can I contact with parking questions?

If you have questions, check out the visitor parking help center or contact Transportation Services .

Places to eat

Campus and the surrounding Madison area offer a wide selection of dining options.

• Campus dining
• Madison restaurants

Campus information

If you have any questions or need assistance, Campus and Visitor Relations is available to help.

• Welcome centers
• Visitor guides & publications
• Submit a question

Are you searching for something specific?