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The Changing Role of Museums by James Rondeau
Rondeau will share his insights on the Art Institute's efforts to becoming a more equitable museum, what it has accomplished thus far, and the immense challenges lie ahead.
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The Shape of Craft
This lecture by Ezra Shales, author of the recent book The Shape of Craft, will offer compelling ideas that seek to expand thought around the commonly accepted definition of craft.
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Primer Lecture by Alison Ferris
Ferris' lecture poses complicated questions that both artists and the museum field are grappling with: What are art museums' responsibilities in this fraught moment in history?
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Des Moines Art Center NEWS: January to March 2019
There is perhaps no better time to announce new commitments and resolutions than the beginning of a new year. Thus, I am thrilled to announce the Art Center’s new positioning statement — the why we do what...
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Des Moines Art Center NEWS: October to December 2018
As Director of Education at the Art Center, I’m delighted Director Jeff Fleming invited me to contribute the opening remarks for this newsletter. The message I’m sharing brings to mind this passage by the celebrated children’s author Philip Pullman, “We...
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Des Moines Art Center NEWS: July to September 2018
Since beginning my service as director of the Art Center, I have taken on a major curatorial project about every other year. But this year is an unusual one for me. In 2018, I am organizing two...
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Des Moines Art Center NEWS: April to June 2018
An art museum is a unique institution in any community, providing a distinct venue where numerous audiences may interact, using art objects as the common denominator. Often, the most rewarding of these interactions involve collaborations with other...
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Des Moines Art Center NEWS: January to March 2018
In late September, The Links, Incorporated, a not-for-profit corporation of African-American women leaders, held their 60th anniversary celebration at the Art Center. The evening also showcased the many works by African-American artists in our permanent collections....
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