Clear Lake, Iowa artist Jaclyn Garlock will present a gallery talk in conjunction with her exhibition Words We Know the Songs To: Paintings by Jaclyn Garlock on view through October 4, 2015 in the Kris Mozena McNamer Gallery and sponsored by Cottingham & Butler. The gallery talk is free and open to the public. Also on the 23rd, to […]
The Iowa State Fair has been a symbol of the city of Des Moines and the State of Iowa since its inception. But even though it is an event that brings our state together as much as anything else, its history is also reflective of the gentle tensions between urban and rural here. Iowa State […]
Celebrate MAGIC WEEK AT THE MUSEUM with an exhibition of one-of-a-kind magic apparatuses by local craftsman Craig Beytien, a.k.a. magician Craig Steven, and a magic show at the museum on Saturday. Performing since age 10, Craig Steven has performed in both close-up and stage venues for over 20 years. He’s the recipient of both the stage and […]
Our State Fair Is a Great State Fair— But Then You Already Knew That When the Iowa State Fair turned 150 years old in 2004, the celebration included release of Shanley’s book, Our State Fair—Iowa’s Blue Ribbon Story, a coffee-table book of history that’s both rich and fun. Shanley will take us on a sit-down […]
“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!
Art historian and exhibition curator Dr. Charles Stuckey will deliver a presentation examining the work of Janet and Kathy Ruttenberg. Dr. Stuckey has held senior curatorial positions at some of America’s leading museums, including The Art Institute of Chicago; The National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C; the Minneapolis Institute of Arts; and the Kimbell Art Museum in Fort Worth. […]
A panel of regional artists, writers, and actors will discuss how they continue to push the boundaries of their respective art forms and remain vibrant and active members of the arts community as they grow older.
Join Director David Schmitz for a caffeinated tour of the exhibits. *advance registration required
Gather around as we listen to a story that relates to a theme or work in the exhibition then continue your adventure with a self-guided gallery search in the Museum. For families with children ages 3–6. Children of all ages are welcome to attend. Space is limited; first come, first served.