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Looking Together Interactive Gallery Guide

The Looking Together interactive guide is a fun way to encourage engagement in the galleries. The prompts provided help you and your gallery partners look more closely, think differently, and find new artworks in the...

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Architecture Scavenger Hunt

Use this photo guide and prompts to uncover some remarkable architectural features within the museum. When you find a feature, submit a response. get started

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Audio Tour: Museum Moments

The Des Moines Art Center invites you to experience moments of exploration, education, and relaxation through our brief audio clips. Let your mind spend time in our galleries; focus on a single artwork or listen...

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Pappajohn Sculpture Park Exploration Guide

Welcome to the John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park, an extension of the Des Moines Art Center.  There are many ways to learn: start with a question, create, explore your passions and interests, challenge norms,...

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Being With Art

Being with Art is a peaceful guided audio tour grounded in mindfulness and slow-looking practices. Experience art with a new awareness by using the gentle prompts in this 20-minute audio exercise. LISTEN

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