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Museum BINGO for Kids
Look in the galleries to find a unique work of art for each BINGO square.
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The Art Center offers free educational resources for families, individuals, and educators. Explore artist talks, gallery guides, hands-on activities, and more.
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Creative Connections: Yayoi Kusama
Students will practice observation and critical thinking, while experiencing the joy of discovery. Creative Connections can be used online with virtual tours or in-person at the Art Center.
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Inspired Conversations: Episode #3 with Ian Miller and Dave Hukill
Inspired Conversations is an audio program revolving around major exhibitions at the Des Moines Art Center, hosted by Museum Educator Mia Buch. Inspired Conversations are unscripted gallery explorations, unfolding meeting making and the thing that...
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Creative Connections: Edward Hopper
Students will practice observation and critical thinking, while experiencing the joy of discovery. Creative Connections can be used online with virtual tours or in-person at the Art Center.
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Creative Connections: Edie Fake
Students will practice observation and critical thinking, while experiencing the joy of discovery. Creative Connections can be used online with virtual tours or in-person at the Art Center.
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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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Creative Connections: Sam Francis
Students will practice observation and critical thinking, while experiencing the joy of discovery. Creative Connections can be used online with virtual tours or in-person at the Art Center.
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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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Creative Connections: Jean Dubuffet
Students will practice observation and critical thinking, while experiencing the joy of discovery. Creative Connections can be used online with virtual tours or in-person at the Art Center.
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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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