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SUMMARY:Social Saturday: SNOW DAY
DESCRIPTION:Join the Des Moines Art Center’s inaugural Social Saturday event and celebrate all things comfy and cozy with a SNOW DAY theme! Come in out of the cold as we warm up with hot chocolate in the Art Center Café\, create snowmen prints in the Art School studios\, enjoy a film screening in the auditorium\, take a free guided tour in the galleries\, peruse the current exhibitions\, and more. \nGuests are invited to wear their coziest clothes\, bundle up for sweater weather\, and escape into joy and warmth at the Art Center. \nSchedule of Events:\n11:15 – 11:45 am | Storytime\nLevitt Auditorium\n12 pm – 1:45 pm | Film “Beyond the Visible: Hilma af Klint”\nLevitt Auditorium\nFeed your eyes and soul! Discover (or rediscover) an artist who was working for the whole picture of life — Hilma af Klint\, a trailblazing artist born in Sweden in 1862. Inspired by spiritualism\, modern science\, and nature\, she asked\, “How do we achieve a truly content and fulfilled life?” in director Halina Dyrschka’s 2019 film.\n1 pm | Guided Tour (all ages)\nMeet in the Macomber Lobby \nDrop-in Activities (11 am – 2 pm):\nArt School Studios\nOpen house\, open access! Go behind the scenes of our art school for art-making demonstrations of metals and ceramics techniques by teaching artists\, and visitors can participate in a make-and-take printmaking activity. Find all activities in Studios 5\, 6\, and 7 in the lower level of the Education Wing.\nArt Galleries\nPlay With Balance: Learn about balance and kinetic art inspired by Alexander Calder’s Holy Red\, 1960 on the third floor of the Richard Meier building.\nMacomber Lobby\nComplimentary hand massages provided by therapists from Body Wisdom Massage Therapy School. First come\, first served.\nTake a break and enjoy board games and puzzles next to the Museum Shop.\nArt Center Café\nRelax with delicious meals\, sweet treats\, hot cocoa\, and a variety of wines and drinks in the café.\nSee our special exhibitions before they close!\n“Aliza Nisenbaum: Dí de los Muertos” (A.H. Blank Gallery) (last weekend on view!)\n“Manual Álvarez Bravo: Collaborations” (Anna K. Meredith Gallery)\n“Camille Henrot: Tuesday” (Pamela Bass-Bookey and Harry Bookey Gallery)\n“Bill Owens: Work and Leisure” (John Brady Print Gallery) \nSocial Saturdays occur at the Des Moines Art Center on the second Saturday of the month. This event is free to attend\, and no registration is required. Social Saturdays will be documented with photography. \nFor programs in Levitt Auditorium:\nWe strive to provide live captioning for all events offered in Levitt Auditorium. Due to interpreter shortages throughout Iowa\, American Sign Language interpretation is only available upon request. ASL and other accommodation requests can be made by emailing jfeatherstone@desmoinesartcenter.org. \nGenerous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/social-saturday-snow-day/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events and Programs,Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20251205T171357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T184214Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Day
DESCRIPTION:Make art a family adventure this winter! Each week for the month of January\, homeschool students and parents are welcome to explore new ways of looking at art through guided gallery experiences\, fun activities\, and hands-on art projects. Each week will have a different theme! \nPrograms are offered separately for: \n\nAges 5 – 8\nAges 9 – 12\nParents/guardians\n\nInfants are welcome to attend with parents. Currently\, we are unable to accommodate children ages 2 – 4 (we hope to offer this in the future). Class size is limited to 12 students per age group. \nJoin us in this session: “Play – Creating Fun in the Museum.” Experience the museum in a whole new way! Students will enjoy gallery games and imaginative artmaking designed to spark curiosity and joy\, while parents explore new approaches to engage with art at home and in the museum.  \nTHIS EVENT IS AT CAPACITY.
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/homeschool-day-2/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20240808T201937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T195901Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Shop: Sip ‘n’ Shop
DESCRIPTION:Join the Museum Shop for an evening of wine and shopping at this special customer appreciation event! Bring a friend and enjoy complimentary wine and light snacks. Art Center members receive double discounts on regularly priced merchandise. \nInterested in saving 20% in the Museum Shop during Double Discount sales? Become a Member today! Art Center members receive a year-round 10% discount in the Museum Shop\, plus a 20% discount to all studio classes and workshops. Members also enjoy invitations to behind-the-scenes experiences and events. \nMuseum Shop hours
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/sip-n-shop/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events and Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260116T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260116T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20251202T213817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T213817Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibition Opening Celebration: "Iowa Artists 2026: Henry Payer: Aagakinąk Haciwi: We Live Opposite Each Other"
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opening celebration of “Iowa Artists 2026: Henry Payer: Aagakinąk Haciwi: We Live Opposite Each Other” in the A.H. Blank Gallery and Krause Atrium! For the 2026 edition of Iowa Artists\, the annual exhibition series celebrating artists from our home state\, which has been ongoing since 1950\, the Art Center welcomes Sioux City-born artist Henry Payer (born 1986). \nA member of the Ho Chunk people\, whose ancestral territory spans areas in Wisconsin\, Minnesota\, Illinois\, and Iowa\, Payer explores his history and identity as an Indigenous American. “Aagakinąk Haciwi: We Live Opposite Each Other” will feature Payer’s signature mixed media works with imagery from both Native traditions and Western popular culture. \nBring family and friends to view the artwork\, and kick off the evening with complimentary lite bites and delicious desserts. Beer and wine available for purchase. Remarks from Kelly Baum\, John and Mary Pappajohn Director and CEO\, will take place at 6 pm. \nThis event is free; registration is not required. This event will be documented with photography. \nHenry Payer (Ho Chunk\, born 1986)\n“Wandering Winnebago No. 5” (detail)\nMixed media\nCourtesy of the artist
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/exhibition-opening-celebration-iowa-artists-2026-henry-payer-aagakinak-haciwi-we-live-opposite-each-other/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events and Programs,Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20251205T171239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T184253Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Day
DESCRIPTION:Make art a family adventure this winter! Each week for the month of January\, homeschool students and parents are welcome to explore new ways of looking at art through guided gallery experiences\, fun activities\, and hands-on art projects. Each week will have a different theme! \nPrograms are offered separately for: \n\nAges 5 – 8\nAges 9 – 12\nParents/guardians\n\nInfants are welcome to attend with parents. Currently\, we are unable to accommodate children ages 2 – 4 (we hope to offer this in the future). Class size is limited to 12 students per age group. \nJoin us in this session: “Connect – Talking Through Art.” What stories can art tell? Students and parents will separately practice observation and storytelling through guided gallery activities\, then express their ideas through creative projects such as mini comics or collaborative writing prompts.  \nTHIS EVENT IS AT CAPACITY.
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/homeschool-day-3/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20260109T202145Z
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SUMMARY:Art Center Café\, Dinner with Friends: Best Dishes of 2025 with Israel Vargas
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to introduce a brand-new culinary experience: Joe and Christina Logsdon’s Dinner With Friends series! Be our guest as Joe and Christina gather around the table with friends for a lighthearted evening of laughter\, conversation\, and live music in the cozy setting of the Art Center Café. \nTo “kick” things off\, soccer star and guest chef Israel Vargas will feature some of our favorite dishes from 2025 with a Reflection Dinner and live music by the John Krantz Duo. Prepared in a minimal\, modern\, and elegant style that reflects his own method of cooking\, Vargas’ menu complements the aesthetic of the Art Center Café\, designed by Richard Meier. This four-course menu includes cocktails\, wine\, and non-alcoholic beverages. \n$100/person; all-inclusive. \nOther Upcoming Dates:\nJanuary 29: Spanish Tapas Dinner with Kelly Baum; $100/person; all-inclusive\nFebruary 12: In the Company of Love Dinner with Lucy Shay Solarz; $125/person; all-inclusive\nFebruary 26: Levantine Dinner (Eastern Mediterranean Cuisine) with Rick Lozier; $100/person; all-inclusive \nReservations are required. Tickets include a four-course meal\, beverages\, and gratuity. First seating begins at 5 pm and seating ends at 6:15 pm. Call 515.271.0313 or email cafe@desmoinesartcenter.org to reserve your seat and arrival time. Please share any dietary restrictions when making your reservation. Limited capacity. \nPhoto by Rick Lozier.
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/dinner-with-friends-israel-vargas/
LOCATION:The Art Center Café\, 4700 Grand Ave.\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events and Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20251205T171138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T184544Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Day
DESCRIPTION:Make art a family adventure this winter! Each week for the month of January\, homeschool students and parents are welcome to explore new ways of looking at art through guided gallery experiences\, fun activities\, and hands-on art projects. Each week will have a different theme! \nPrograms are offered separately for: \n\nAges 5 – 8\nAges 9 – 12\nParents/guardians\n\nInfants are welcome to attend with parents. Currently\, we are unable to accommodate children ages 2 – 4 (we hope to offer this in the future). Class size is limited to 12 students per age group. \nJoin us in this session: “Inspire – Exploring Ideas and Mediums.” Students will explore how artists develop ideas and experiment with materials to create their own expressive works. Parents will reflect on the creative process and try new approaches for inspiring artistic exploration at home.  \nTHIS EVENT IS AT CAPACITY.
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/homeschool-day-4/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20260114T163611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T180200Z
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SUMMARY:Art Center Café\, Dinner with Friends: Spanish Tapas Dinner with Kelly Baum (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this exciting and unique culinary experience: Joe and Christina Logsdon’s Dinner With Friends series! Be our guest as Joe and Christina gather around the table with friends for a lighthearted evening of laughter\, conversation\, and live music in the cozy setting of the Art Center Café. \nGather in the Café with John and Mary Pappajohn Director and CEO Kelly Baum for her fluid and approachable Spanish Tapas dinner menu. Come and enjoy the many different types of tapas and creative drinks during this one of a kind evening\, featuring music by Daniel Mastrofski. \n$100/person; all-inclusive. \nOther Upcoming Dates:\nFebruary 12: In the Company of Love Dinner with Lucy Shay Solarz; $125/person; all-inclusive\nFebruary 26: Levantine Dinner (Eastern Mediterranean Cuisine) with Rick Lozier; $100/person; all-inclusive \nReservations are required. Tickets include a four-course meal\, beverages\, and gratuity. First seating begins at 5 pm and seating ends at 6:15 pm.\nThis event is sold out. \nPhoto by Rick Lozier.
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/art-center-cafe-dinner-with-friends-kelly-baum/
LOCATION:The Art Center Café\, 4700 Grand Ave.\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events and Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260201T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260201T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20251203T221745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T221745Z
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SUMMARY:“Bill Owens: Work and Leisure” Gallery Talk with Senior Curator Laura Burkhalter
DESCRIPTION:Join Senior Curator Laura Burkhalter for a gallery talk about the exhibition “Bill Owens: Work and Leisure\,” on view in the John Brady Print Gallery through April 19. Take a trip down memory lane appreciating Owens’ photographs from the 1970s and early ‘80s. \nFree; no registration required. \nBill Owens (American\, born 1938)\n“Hornets football\, Tri-Valley area\, Northern California\,” from the “Leisure” series\, ca. 1975\, printed later\nGelatin silver print\nDes Moines Art Center Permanent Collections; Gift of Dr. Steven and Yasemin Miller\, 2022.55
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/bill-owens-work-and-leisure-gallery-talk-with-senior-curator-laura-burkhalter/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20260116T150043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T211647Z
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SUMMARY:Member Event: Coffee with a Curator
DESCRIPTION:Members at the Curator’s Circle ($550) and above are invited to Coffee with a Curator\, an exclusive event featuring a gallery talk and casual group discussion led by Senior Curator Laura Burkhalter.\nLaura will guide a limited in-person tour focused on new acquisitions to the permanent collection in the Richard Meier Galleries. \nAfter the gallery talk\, enjoy coffee and pastries with Laura and your fellow members in the Art Center Café. \nRegister by January 30. Space is limited. Send your RSVP to Jess Lane\, Gala and Development Coordinator at jlane@desmoinesartcenter.org. \nMohammed Sami (Iraqi\, active London\, born 1984)\n“War at Home\,” 2024\nMixed media on linen\nDes Moines Art Center Permanent Collections; purchased with funds from the Kyle and Sharon Krause Family Art Acquisition Fund\, 2025.40
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/member-event-coffee-with-a-curator/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership & Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20251105T165543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T213455Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Highlights Tour
DESCRIPTION:Discover the vast variety of the Des Moines Art Center’s permanent collection during our Museum Highlights Tour. This tour offers a unique journey through our galleries\, featuring a selection of timeless paintings\, sculptures\, and more. Join our knowledgeable guides to uncover the stories\, techniques\, and inspirations behind the art on view\, and experience the highlights of the Art Center in a fresh and engaging way. This guided tour is perfect for art enthusiasts of all ages! \nPublic guided tours are offered every Saturday from 1 – 2 pm. Free; no registration required.
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/museum-highlights-tour-3/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20251204T225644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T225644Z
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SUMMARY:Art Workshop: Valentines Day Cards (Ages 7 - 11)
DESCRIPTION:Show the people in your life how much you care about them with a hand-crafted valentine! This one-day workshop will show students methods of making pop-up Valentine’s Day cards using materials often used for scrapbooking: fancy paper\, decorative scissors and hole punches\, stamps\, and stencils. \nStudents will bring home their finished valentines. Scholarships for classes and materials are available on our website. \nregister for ages 7-8 \nregister for ages 9-11
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/art-workshop-valentines-day-cards/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Studio Art Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20251205T213555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T213555Z
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SUMMARY:"Iowa Artists 2026: Henry Payer" Gallery Talk with Associate Curator Beth Gollnick
DESCRIPTION:Join Associate Curator Beth Gollnick for a gallery talk about the exhibition “Iowa Artists 2026: Henry Payer: Aagakinąk Haciwi: We Live Opposite Each Other” on view in the A. H. Blank Gallery and Kyle J. and Sharon Krause Atrium in the Richard Meier building. A member of the Ho Chunk people\, whose ancestral territory spans areas in Wisconsin\, Minnesota\, Illinois\, and Iowa\, Payer explores his history and identity as an Indigenous American. \nFree; no registration required. \nHenry Payer\, Ho-Chunk (b. 1986)\n“Superman Moving the Winnebago Back to Nebraska\,” 2025\nFlashe and acrylic on BFK Rives paper\nCourtesy of the artist
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/iowa-artists-2026-henry-payer-gallery-talk-with-associate-curator-beth-gollnick/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20250602T201426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T214150Z
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SUMMARY:Art Workshop: Calligraphy - Love Letters
DESCRIPTION:Love is in the air and what better way to show those feelings than giving a one-of-a-kind letter to those you care about most. In this workshop\, students will learn calligraphy basics and simple poetry composition for the first part of the class and then create and decorate a love letter for Valentine’s Day to share with your close ones. \nREGISTER \nDes Moines Art Center members receive a 20% discount on all classes\, camps\, and workshops! Become a member today.  \nScholarships for classes and materials are offered on our application page.
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/art-workshop-calligraphy/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Studio Art Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20260114T165342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T151213Z
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SUMMARY:Art Center Café\, Dinner with Friends: In the Company of Love with Lucy Shay Solarz (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this exciting and unique culinary experience: Joe and Christina Logsdon’s Dinner With Friends series! Be our guest as Joe and Christina gather around the table with friends for a lighthearted evening of laughter\, conversation\, and live music in the cozy setting of the Art Center Café. \nAs a Valentine’s Day treat\, join with loved ones at the Art Center Café for a specially curated menu by Now Now Design Director and foodie\, Lucy Shay Solarz and music from DJ Eight Ten. This four-course prix fixe draws from the tradition of still life\, where familiar forms are elevated through composition\, material\, and restraint. Each dish celebrates love as a social practice — designed to be shared\, observed\, and enjoyed together in good company. \n$125/person; all-inclusive. \nUpcoming Date:\nFebruary 26: Levantine Dinner (Eastern Mediterranean Cuisine) with Rick Lozier. \nReservations are required. Tickets include a four-course meal\, beverages\, and gratuity. First seating begins at 5 pm and seating ends at 6:15 pm.\nThis event is sold out. To be put on a waitlist\, please call 515.271.0313 or email cafe@desmoinesartcenter.org. \nPhoto by Rick Lozier.
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/art-center-cafe-dinner-with-friends-lucy-shay-solarz/
LOCATION:The Art Center Café\, 4700 Grand Ave.\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events and Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260213T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260213T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20260113T174129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T203937Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibition Opening Celebration: “Honey\, You’re a Wonderful Model: Maria Lassnig’s Animated Films”
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opening celebration of “Honey\, You’re a Wonderful Model: Maria Lassnig’s Animated Films” in the Anna K. Meredith Gallery! \nAn immersive installation of moving images\, “Honey\, You’re a Wonderful Model” presents Austrian artist Maria Lassnig’s (1919-2014) hand-drawn animated films from the 1970s. Lassnig’s animations are populated by a cast of zany characters\, frequently including Lassnig herself\, who engage in physical comedy and slapstick antics while addressing the complexities of relationships\, sexuality\, grief\, artistic creation\, and embodiment. \nBring family and friends to view the artwork\, and kick off the evening with complimentary lite bites from Taste! to Go. Cash bar featuring beer and wine\, a Dirty Shirley specialty cocktail\, and a Shirley Temple mocktail. Remarks from Kelly Baum\, John and Mary Pappajohn Director and CEO\, will take place at 6 pm. \nThis event is free; registration is not required. This event will be documented with photography. \nMaria Lassnig (Austrian\, 1919-2014)\n“Selfportrait\,” 1971\n© Maria Lassnig Foundation/Courtesy sixpackfilm
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/exhibition-opening-celebration-honey-youre-a-wonderful-model-maria-lassnigs-animated-films/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events and Programs,Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20251217T212834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T215205Z
UID:12765-1771066800-1771077600@desmoinesartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Social Saturday: Love it or Leave it!
DESCRIPTION:Join the Des Moines Art Center’s February Social Saturday event: Love it or Leave it! Whether you’re a fan of vibrant abstract paintings\, or prefer minimalist artwork\, there is something for everyone throughout the galleries. We invite you to engage in conversations about the art that inspires you — those pieces that speak to your heart — and those that challenge you — that you might just want to leave behind. \nCome dressed in festive reds and pinks or somber blacks and grays in celebration of the duality of the day. Join in on the interactive “Hearts for Art” activity by leaving a heart at the foot of your favorite piece in the museum and explore to see what your fellow guests have chosen as theirs. Enjoy crafts in the Art School studios\, a free guided tour\, treats in the Café\, and so much more! \nSchedule of Events:\n11:15 – 11:30 am | Storytime\nLevitt Auditorium\n11 – 11:30 am | Love it or Leave it Gallery Talk\nLowest gallery of the Richard Meier building\nGallery talk with Senior Curator Laura Burkhalter and Senior Director of Museum Learning\, Engagement\, and Community Access Jill Featherstone; each staff member will give their take on a work on view in the Art Center — one who loves the work\, one who would ‘leave it.’\n1 pm – 2 pm | Guided Tour (all ages)\nMeet in the Macomber Lobby\n1:30 pm l Conversation in Levitt Auditorium\nExploring Maria Lassnig’s New York Years: Conversation with Artist Hans Werner Poschauko\, Lassnig’s Long-Time Assistant\, and Exhibition Curator Ashton Cooper. Register on the Art Center’s website calendar. \nDrop-in Activities (11 am – 2 pm):\nMuseum Galleries\nHearts for Art: Pick up paper hearts in the Macomber Lobby; leave red/pink hearts on the gallery floor in front of an artwork you love. (Please do not attempt to put a heart on/touching the artwork.)\nArt School Studios\nSmile! Stop by the studio for a photobooth activity. Get your photo taken with your Social Saturday group or individually by a professional teaching artist – photos will be emailed to recipients. Or try your hand at henna mandala drawing!\nArt Center Café\nCheck out Valentine’s Day specials in the Art Center Café. Special deals for Art Center members!\nSee our special exhibitions before they close!\n“Honey\, You’re a Wonderful Model: Maria Lassnig’s Animated Films” (Anna K. Meredith Gallery)\n“Iowa Artists 2026: Henry Payer: Aagakinąk Haciwi: We Live Opposite Each Other” (A.H. Blank Gallery and Krause Atrium)\n“Camille Henrot: Tuesday” (Pamela Bass-Bookey and Harry Bookey Gallery)\n“Bill Owens: Work and Leisure” (John Brady Print Gallery) \nSocial Saturdays occur at the Des Moines Art Center on the second Saturday of the month. This event is free to attend\, and no registration is required. Social Saturdays will be documented with photography. \nFor programs in Levitt Auditorium:\nWe strive to provide live captioning for all events offered in Levitt Auditorium. Due to interpreter shortages throughout Iowa\, American Sign Language interpretation is only available upon request. ASL and other accommodation requests can be made by emailing jfeatherstone@desmoinesartcenter.org. \nGenerous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/social-saturday-love-it-or-leave-it/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events and Programs,Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20260107T172004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T172004Z
UID:13137-1771678800-1771682400@desmoinesartcenter.org
SUMMARY:“Honey\, You’re a Wonderful Model: Maria Lassnig’s Animated Films” Exhibition Tour
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a free guided tour of the exhibition\, “Honey\, You’re a Wonderful Model: Maria Lassnig’s Animated Films.” An immersive installation of moving images\, this show presents Austrian artist Maria Lassnig’s (1919-2014) hand-drawn animated films from the 1970s. Her animations are populated by a cast of zany characters\, frequently including Lassnig herself\, who engage in physical comedy and slapstick antics while addressing the complexities of relationships\, sexuality\, grief\, artistic creation\, and embodiment. \nPublic guided tours are offered every Saturday from 1 – 2 pm. Free; no registration required. \nMaria Lassnig (Austrian\, 1919-2014)\n“Selfportrait\,” 1971\n© Maria Lassnig Foundation/Courtesy sixpackfilm 
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/honey-youre-a-wonderful-model-maria-lassnigs-animated-films-exhibition-tour/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Guided Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20260106T215136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T215136Z
UID:13132-1771763400-1771770600@desmoinesartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Art Workshop: Acrylic Pour Painting (Ages 9 - 14)
DESCRIPTION:Create colorful\, expressive fluid art in this one-day workshop! Students will learn several different pour painting techniques\, like marbling and the Dutch Pour method\, while taking inspiration from artists like Sam Gilliam and Helen Frankenthaler. \nregister for ages 9-11 \nregister for ages 12-14 \nDes Moines Art Center members receive a 20% discount on all classes\, camps\, and workshops! Become a member today.  \nScholarships for classes and materials are offered on our application page.
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/art-workshop-acrylic-pour-painting/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Studio Art Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20260107T172930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T212918Z
UID:13140-1771941600-1771947000@desmoinesartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Creative Aging: Studio Series (Ages 55+) (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Creative Aging is a program designed for adults age 55+ to gather at the Art Center and learn about art while making community connections and fostering cognitive health. In addition to our monthly Creative Aging gallery series\, these studio series sessions will offer a social atmosphere and a variety of exploratory projects to try out materials and techniques with the support of an experienced teaching artist. Projects like leaf printings inspired by nature\, wreath design\, candle making\, handmade jewelry\, or painted flowerpots are just some of the programs to look forward to. \nMaterials\, tools\, and guidance will be provided. Cost of the class is $30 ($24 for Art Center members). \nregister
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/creative-aging-studio-series-ages-55/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20260114T170719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T151231Z
UID:13198-1772125200-1772125200@desmoinesartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Art Center Café\, Dinner with Friends: Levantine Dinner with Rick Lozier (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this exciting and unique culinary experience: Joe and Christina Logsdon’s Dinner With Friends series! Be our guest as Joe and Christina gather around the table with friends for a lighthearted evening of laughter\, conversation\, and live music in the cozy setting of the Art Center Café. \nEnjoy a delicious menu of Levantine Dinner (Eastern Mediterranean Cuisine) designed by local photographer and teacher\, Rick Lozier. Lozier created this menu after his travels through the Middle East\, inspired by simple foods that can be found in our everyday lives. This four-course meal includes specially curated cocktails\, wine\, and non-alcoholic beverages. Live music provided by Steve Tyler and Friends. \n$100/person; all-inclusive. \nReservations are required. Tickets include a four-course meal\, beverages\, and gratuity. First seating begins at 5 pm and seating ends at 6:15 pm.\nThis event is sold out. To be put on a waitlist\, please call 515.271.0313 or email cafe@desmoinesartcenter.org. \nPhoto by Rick Lozier.
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/art-center-cafe-dinner-with-friends-rick-lozier/
LOCATION:The Art Center Café\, 4700 Grand Ave.\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events and Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20251105T170747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T170810Z
UID:12412-1772283600-1772287200@desmoinesartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Museum Highlights Tour
DESCRIPTION:Discover the vast variety of the Des Moines Art Center’s permanent collection during our Museum Highlights Tour. This tour offers a unique journey through our galleries\, featuring a selection of timeless paintings\, sculptures\, and more. Join our knowledgeable guides to uncover the stories\, techniques\, and inspirations behind the art on view\, and experience the highlights of the Art Center in a fresh and engaging way. This guided tour is perfect for art enthusiasts of all ages! \nPublic guided tours are offered every Saturday from 1 – 2 pm. Free; no registration required.
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/museum-highlights-tour-4/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20250414T215317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T220714Z
UID:11303-1772649000-1772659800@desmoinesartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Art Workshop: Abstract Calligraphy (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow students for this one-day workshop of bringing abstraction to calligraphy. Students will learn to create works using tools aside from the standard calligraphy pen and nibs; students will also find alternate ways to illustrate letters. They will be able to create their own writing utensils and use multiple materials for lettering design. \nThis workshop is sold out. Join the waitlist. \nDes Moines Art Center members receive a 20% discount on all classes\, camps\, and workshops! Become a member today.  \nScholarships for classes and materials are offered on our application page.
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/art-workshop-calligraphy-2/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Studio Art Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20260209T191530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T191530Z
UID:13325-1772649000-1772659800@desmoinesartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Art Workshop: Nature Collage Canvas
DESCRIPTION:Let your inspiration from nature be your guide as you create a unique\, multimedia collage – sealed and ready to take home by the end of class. You’ll have access to a variety of traditional\, man-made materials to collage with. The instructor will also provide a variety of treasures from nature and tools to work with them\, demonstrating organic-matter crafting techniques. Feel free to bring any collage-able treasures you have on hand that you’d like to work in to your piece. \nREGISTER \nDes Moines Art Center members receive a 20% discount on all classes\, camps\, and workshops! Become a member today.  \nScholarships for classes and materials are offered on our application page.
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/art-workshop-nature-collage-canvas/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Studio Art Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20240209T220752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T160649Z
UID:7635-1772877600-1772884800@desmoinesartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Museum Shop's Mimosa Morning
DESCRIPTION:Join the Museum Shop for a morning of mimosas and shopping at this special customer appreciation event! Bring a friend and enjoy complimentary mimosas and pastries. Members receive 20% off regularly priced merchandise at Mimosa Morning! Meet the Museum Shop team while browsing new merchandise. Stay at the Art Center for lunch at the Art Center Café and a free guided tour at 1 pm of the exhibition in the John Brady Print Gallery\, “Bill Owens: Work and Leisure.” \nInterested in saving 20% in the Museum Shop during special sales events? Become a Member today! Art Center members also receive a year-round 20% discount to all studio classes\, camps\, and workshops\, a 10% discount in the Art Center Café\, a 10% discount in the Museum Shop every day (+ additional Double Discount events throughout the year)\, and invitations to behind-the-scenes membership experiences and events.
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/mimosa-morning/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events and Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20251001T154217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T190437Z
UID:12249-1772888400-1772892000@desmoinesartcenter.org
SUMMARY:"Bill Owens: Work and Leisure" Exhibition Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a look back through history and community in the exhibition\, “Bill Owens: Work and Leisure.” Enjoy a free guided tour in the John Brady Print Gallery of the photographs from artist Bill Owens. As seen through Owens’ lens\, the subjects of these photos invite us into their homes\, share a day at the office\, and take us along to several kinds of parties. \nPublic guided tours are offered every Saturday from 1 – 2 pm. Free; no registration required. \nBill Owens (American\, born 1938)\n“Karate is a highly competitive sport\, like tennis or boxing. It’s on one. For $30 a month a kid can get some good mental and physical training. He can learn coordination\, balance\, timing and self-defense.” Livermore\, California\, from the “Leisure” series\, 1974 (printed 1999)\nGelatin silver print\nDes Moines Art Center Permanent Collections: The Jeff Perry Photography Collection given in honor of Myron and Jacqueline Blank\, 2024.120
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/bill-owens-work-and-leisure-exhibition-tour/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Guided Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20250602T202652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T192643Z
UID:11672-1772965800-1772974800@desmoinesartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Art Workshop: Ukrainian Pysanky Egg Decoration
DESCRIPTION:Learn the art of Pysanky decoration in this fun workshop. Pysanka\, coming from the verb pysaty meaning “to write” or “to inscribe”\, is a Ukrainian egg decorating technique used to make traditional folk designs and writings that uses beeswax in a hot wax-resist. Ukrainians have been decorating eggs with highly symbolic and colorful motifs for countless generations. Different villages had specialized motifs\, but some common imagery includes depictions of the sun\, birds\, a ladder\, the tree of life\, flowers\, and geometric designs. \nREGISTER \nDes Moines Art Center members receive a 20% discount on all classes\, camps\, and workshops! Become a member today.  \nScholarships for classes and materials are offered on our application page.
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/art-workshop-pysanky-egg-decoration/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Studio Art Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20251204T211213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T193325Z
UID:12703-1772973000-1772980200@desmoinesartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Youth Art Workshop: Making Pom Poms (Ages 7 - 11)
DESCRIPTION:We’re making pom poms! Get ready to make some fluffy\, fuzzy\, floof balls. In this one-day workshop\, students will use yarn to make pom poms both large and small and turn them into fun scarves\, rugs\, or cute animal figurines. \nRegister for ages 7 – 8 \nRegister for ages 9 – 11 \nDes Moines Art Center members receive a 20% discount on all classes\, camps\, and workshops! Become a member today.  \nScholarships for classes and materials are offered on our application page.
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/art-workshop-making-pom-poms/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Studio Art Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20260211T223008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T223008Z
UID:13359-1773250200-1773255600@desmoinesartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Director’s Circle Member Event: Treasures from the Vault
DESCRIPTION:In appreciation of your commitment to the Des Moines Art Center\, we are pleased to invite Director’s Circle members and special guests to Treasures from the Vault with Kelly Baum\, John and Mary Pappajohn Director and CEO. At this exclusive behind-the-scenes showing and conversation\, Kelly will highlight a selection of unique works brought out from the vault just for this evening. \nAfter the viewing\, mingle with fellow Art Center patrons\, and enjoy lite bites and drinks in the Art Center Café. \nRegistration required by March 4. Space is limited. Director’s Circle members send your RSVP to Jess Lane\, Gala and Development Coordinator at jlane@desmoinesartcenter.org.
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/directors-circle-member-event-treasures-from-the-vault/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership & Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163842
CREATED:20250327T172201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T224934Z
UID:11165-1773253800-1773264600@desmoinesartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Art Workshop: World of Wine
DESCRIPTION:Work on your own or team up with someone to create your own bottle design wrap and decoration for a carrying device in this workshop. While you are working on your design\, you will have the chance to sample wines from around the world and learn about their history. \nREGISTER \n*Participants must be 21 or over to participate. \nDes Moines Art Center members receive a 20% discount on all classes\, camps\, and workshops! Become a member today.  \nScholarships for classes and materials are offered on our application page. \n 
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/art-workshop-world-of-wine/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Studio Art Classes
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