By OnMilwaukee Staff Writers   Published Feb 24, 2012 at 9:56 AM

"Forward: A Survey of Wisconsin Art Now," the Charles Allis Art Museum's biennial exhibition of work from Wisconsin artists, returns Friday, March 2.

The exhibit, juried by Racine Art Museum Curator of Exhibitions Lena Vigna, showcases more than 250 entries from around the state.

"Forward" runs through June 3. An opening reception will be held March 2 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and will feature an award and prize presentation to announce the winners of the Friends of Charles Allis $1000 grand prize, two $600 Awards for Excellence, the $400 Margaret Rahill Memorial Award, $200 Honorable Mention and $100 Director's Choice Award. Attendees will also be able to vote for the recipient of the $100 Viewers' Choice Award.