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Audio Tour: Permanent Collections

Learn about some of the highlights of the Des Moines Art Center’s permanent collections from Director Jeff Fleming, former Director James T. Demetrion, and more. LISTEN

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Sam Francis (American, 1923 - 1994) Summer No. 2, 1957 - Lesson plan - Ideas + Activities
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Lesson Plan: Sam Francis

Inspire learning through a step-by-step exploration of art at the Des Moines Art Center. Bring the galleries into your home or classroom, igniting your students’ imaginations and creativity. All lesson plans are open ended, adaptable,...

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Jean Dubuffet (French, 1901 - 1985) Le Villageois aux Cheveux Ras (The Villager with Close-Cropped Hair), 1947 - Lesson plan - Ideas + Activities
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Lesson Plan: Jean Dubuffet

Inspire learning through a step-by-step exploration of art at the Des Moines Art Center. Bring the galleries into your home or classroom, igniting your students’ imaginations and creativity. All lesson plans are open ended, adaptable,...

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Kids playing in the Pappajohn Sculpture Park
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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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Georgia O'Keeffe (American, 1887 - 1986) From the Lake No. 1, 1924 - Lesson plan - Ideas + Activities
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Lesson Plan: Georgia O’Keeffe

Inspire learning through a step-by-step exploration of art at the Des Moines Art Center. Bring the galleries into your home or classroom, igniting your students’ imaginations and creativity. All lesson plans are open ended, adaptable,...

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siendo con el arte
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Siendo con el Arte

Este programa de audioguía de 20 minutos convierte su visita a la galería en una experiencia llena de paz, inspiradora y de meditación.  Al escuchar y seguir las amables indicaciones proporcionadas, verá las obras de...

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Nick Cave (American, born 1959) Rescue, 2013 - Lesson plan - Ideas + Activities
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Lesson Plan: Nick Cave

Inspire learning through a step-by-step exploration of art at the Des Moines Art Center. Bring the galleries into your home or classroom, igniting your students’ imaginations and creativity. All lesson plans are open ended, adaptable,...

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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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