Family

Family is a monumental granite sculpture in Milwaukee that represents human connections through abstract forms and carved surfaces. The work explores relationships by using different textured areas that draw the eye across the stone.

The sculpture was created in 1983 by artist Helaine Blumenfeld as a permanent installation. It marked an important addition to Milwaukee's public art collection during that era.

The sculpture has become a neighborhood landmark where locals pass through daily, making it a familiar part of Milwaukee's public spaces. Its abstract human forms resonate with different viewers in their own ways.

The sculpture is in a public location that is freely accessible at any time. Visiting at different times of day shows how sunlight changes the way the surface looks and reveals new details.

The granite surface bears natural weathering marks that have evolved over time, giving the work a living quality. These changes mean that the sculpture looks different depending on the season and weather conditions when you visit.

Location: Milwaukee

Inception: 1983

Creator: Helaine Blumenfeld

Made from material: granite

GPS coordinates: 43.03899,-87.91479

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:23