“From the King’s Collection to Public Display: the Salon Exhibition and the Making of the Modern Museum,” by Dorothy Johnson, Roy J. Carver Professor of Art History, University of Iowa School of Art and Art History This lecture explores the role of the Salon Exhibitions in 18th century Paris in the emergence of the modern museum. Every […]
Museum members are invited to preview the exhibition, enjoy light appetizers, and meet fellow supporters of the arts. Member Preview Receptions recognize the generous contributions made by our members. Thank you!
NOTICE: All in person events are cancelled until further notice due to COVID-19. We apologize for the inconvenience. WHEN: Every second Tuesday of the month, toddlers ages 3-5, accompanied by a parent or grandparent, are invited to the Museum to enjoy a merry time creating art. Please come dressed to get messy! Instructor: Hana Velde. […]
Join us every second Saturday of the month for new, exciting, family-friendly programming! This Saturday, the Dubuque Museum of Art Family Matinee program will feature The Fever River Puppeteers in "Scribble," an original hand, rod and shadow puppet show. Scribble tells the story of a magical mouse who whisks away four school friends to an […]
Happening the first Friday of every month, DUMA stays open late and offers special programming in conjunction with other community arts events. Experience the creative spirit of our community, along with great friends, stylish appetizers and drinks, and great art. At the March First Friday, take a tour of the current exhibitions and enjoy a […]
Happening the first Friday of every month, DuMA stays open late and offers special programming in conjunction with other community arts events. Experience the creative spirit of our community, along with great friends, stylish appetizers and drinks, and great art. Admission $10 (Members are FREE) Join DuMA on June 3 from 5pm - 8pm and might with Debra […]
Happening the first Friday of every month, DuMA stays open late and offers special programming in conjunction with other community arts events. Experience the creative spirit of our community, along with great friends, stylish appetizers and drinks, and great art. Admission $10 (Members are FREE) July: Sculpted in Summer Celebrating the art of foral design A […]
All members of the museum are invited join us as we celebrate the opening of our newest exhibits, Ellen Wagener: No Ordinary Moments and Dubuque Camera Club: Dubuque Architecture From a New Persepective.
Happening the first Friday of every month, DuMA stays open late and offers special programming in conjunction with other community arts events. Experience the creative spirit of our community, along with great friends, stylish appetizers and drinks, and great art. Admission $10 (Members are FREE) Enjoy a mix of live music by Ben Dunegan & DJ […]
