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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: 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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