"Aesthetic Expectations of Campbell’s Soup." In this imagery-rich presentation, Professor Garfield (Chair of Computer Graphics Department and Director of the Bisignano Art Gallery at the University of Dubuque) will explore the role of imagery and philosophy in Pop Art. Half a century later, he will explore just what is it that makes those images so […]
Join us for free and family-oriented programming every second Saturday of the month at 1 PM. Second Saturdays features culturally-diverse performing arts acts and hands-on art activities that the entire family will enjoy. In March DuMA presents: Gateway Dance Theatre of Des Moines, Iowa. Second Saturdays are sponsored by Mediacom.
Looking for a creative way to fill the spring break week? Young artists will explore the Museum’s galleries for inspiration and head to the studio to create their own works of art in a variety of mediums. Instructor: Hana Velde. All supplies included. Please dress for mess. Grades K-2: March 16-March 17, 9-10:30 am Grades: […]
Babies and their caregivers are welcome to participate in a 30 minute tour of Museum exhibitions. Baby + Me tours are offered every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. *advance registration required
Join exhibiting artist John Anderson-Bricker for a Lunch and Learn talk regarding his current show Fire and Ice: Paintings of the Mississippi River. Starts at 12:15 PM. Feel free to bring a brown bag or sack lunch.
Meet the newest Iowa Arts Council Fellows on their five-city tour across Iowa. Photographer Stephanie Brunia of Oxford, multimedia artist Brent Holland of Des Moines, writer and poet Jennifer Knox of Nevada, performance artist Akwi Nji of Cedar Rapids and visual artist Yun Shin of Orange City, joined by artist Heidi Draley-McFall of Dewitt, will […]
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 a cash bar, and great art. In April our theme is Film. Enjoy a preview of the Julien Dubuque International […]
Join us for free and family-oriented programming every second Saturday of the month at 1 PM. Second Saturdays features culturally-diverse performing arts acts and hands-on art activities that the entire family will enjoy. In April, Second Saturday presents Bahri Karacay and Turkana, a free family friendly and interactive program of Turkish music. Turkana is made up […]
Art is what you can get away with~ Andy Warhol Pianist Dr. Elaina Burns and readers Lenore Howard, Amber Krieg, Willie B Slayden and Monique Demerise will present a program of music & readings in conjunction with the the exhibition: "Shiny, Sticky Smooth: Pop Art and the Senses". Free Admission & appropriate for children 6+ […]
Friday, May 5, 12 and 19, 12:15-1 p.m. Carol Ehlers: Art history educator: Paths of Camille Pissarro The three programs will feature images that reflect the life of Impressionist artist Camille Pissarro. Ehlers will provide information about his life and the interactions between his artistic styles and political ideas. Feel free to bring a sack […]