Time Travelers
Current Exhibition

Time Travelers

February 18 - May 11, 2025

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Light Within Ourselves
Current Exhibition

Light Within Ourselves

Haitian Art in Iowa

April 18 - September 7, 2025

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Life Mask
Current Exhibition

Life Mask

A Celebration of Gifts from the Dale Jansen Estate

April 25 - August 31, 2025

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SPEND SUMMER AT THE ART CENTER

Summer Camps

Encourage kids to explore their imaginations and creativity this summer! Our themed classes offer a creative outlet for all interests. Week-long summer art camps run from June 16 through August 15 and are available for youth ages 5 – 14. Extended care options are available for an additional fee.

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Explore The Park

Pappajohn Sculpture Park

The John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park features artwork by more than two dozen of the world’s most celebrated artists. This accessible setting, coupled with the skilled landscape design and caliber of the art, makes it unlike any other sculpture park in the United States.

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Carl Milles (Swedish, active United States, 1875 - 1955) Man and Pegasus, 1949 Bronze Des Moines Art Center Permanent Collections; Purchased with funds from Florence Call Cowles, 1949.151
Apr 26
1:00 pm

Guided Tour: Joy Through Movement

Des Moines Art Center
4700 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA
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Photo in Levitt Auditorium space. Crowd gathered sitting in seats, 5 people sitting on stage having a discussion.
Apr 26
1:00 pm

Symposium: Light Within Ourselves: Haitian Art and Culture

Levitt Auditorium
4700 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA
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Green and purple graphics reading "Spring Double Discount Days"
May 1 - 11

Member Double Discount Days

Des Moines Art Center
4700 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA
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