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SUMMARY:Family Art Workshop: Paper Doll Family
DESCRIPTION:Grab the whole family and dive into a season of hands-on creativity! This one-day art workshop is a perfect chance to make something new together. Artists of all ages are welcome. In this session\, craft a paper doll version of yourself\, then link up with the rest of your family for a one-of-a-kind portrait! \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. \nPhoto: Erik Brockmeyer
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/family-art-workshop-paper-doll-family/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Studio Art Classes
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SUMMARY:Unveil: Presented by the Museum Shop
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to our biggest Museum Shop event of the year\, Unveil! Join us for an exclusive preview of newly acquired merchandise at this Winter Wonders shopping event. Items from this collection will not appear again until later in the year so plan some holiday shopping for everyone on your list (and yourself!). Enjoy complimentary small bites and festive\, seasonal beverages with holiday cheer. \nUnveil is open to anyone in the community; Art Center members receive double-discounts on all purchases.* Become a member today to receive your discounts! \nThis event is free to attend\, and registration is not required. *Exclusions apply to consignment and clearance items.
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/unveil-winter-wonder/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
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SUMMARY:Art Workshop: Greeting Cards\, Thinking of You
DESCRIPTION:Get creative in this one-day workshop with the opportunity to make a unique design for your loved ones through greeting cards with ink\, watercolor\, and collage. Have fun\, be inspired\, and show off your creations with fellow class participants. \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-greeting-cards/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Studio Art Classes
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261205T140000
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SUMMARY:“Artists on Fire” Exhibition Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free guided tour of the exhibition “Artists on Fire\,” on view in the John Brady Print Gallery through  January 10\, 2027. This selection of prints\, drawings\, and photographs from the permanent collection explores the element of fire\, both literal and conceptual. Images of flames\, smoke\, and steam sit alongside depictions of Greek gods and visions of hell. \nPublic guided tours are offered every Saturday from 1 – 2 pm. Free; no registration required. \nTodd Hido (American\, born 1968)\n#11176-7589\, 2014\nArchival pigment print on Hahnemuhle Photorag Baryta paper\nDes Moines Art Center Permanent Collections; Gift of the Pilara Family Foundation\, 2025.17
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/artists-on-fire-exhibition-tour-2/
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:20261210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261210T153000
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SUMMARY:Creative Aging: Studio Series (Ages 55+)
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. These 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. \nIn this session\, students will get creative with abstract drawing. \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-3/
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:20261212T133000
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SUMMARY:Little Slam on the Prairie Puppet Performance
DESCRIPTION:The Uplifting Puppet Co. is proud to present the return of Little Slam on the Prairie. This year’s event is hosted at the Des Moines Art Center as part of December Social Saturday: Make Believe. \nThis eclectic afternoon of short-form puppetry celebrates innovation\, storytelling\, and creative connection. Part of the national Puppet Slam Network\, the show invites established puppeteers\, artists new to puppetry\, and theatre-makers to explore and  perform. From shadow theatre and object performance to giant puppets\, comedy\, multimedia\, and avant-garde creations\, Little Slam on the Prairie invites artists and audiences alike into an afternoon of imagination and surprise. \nFree; registration required. \nREGISTER \nLittle Slam on the Prairie is funded in part by a grant from the Puppet Slam Network\, with additional support from the Des Moines Art Center and the Uplifting Puppet Co.. \nSocial Saturday at the Des Moines Art Center receives generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program. Support is also provided by the National Endowment for the Arts and the Iowa Arts Council\, which exists within the Iowa Economic Development Authority.
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/little-slam-on-the-prairie/
LOCATION:Levitt Auditorium\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events and Programs,Family Programs
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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/highlights-tour/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Guided Tours
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SUMMARY:Family Art Workshop: Cardboard Gingerbread House
DESCRIPTION:Grab the whole family and dive into a season of hands-on creativity! This one-day art workshop is a perfect chance to make something new together. Artists of all ages are welcome. In this holiday season session\, skip the frosting and build your dream gingerbread house out of cardboard\, using a mix of playful materials to decorate it your way. \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. \nPhoto: Erik Brockmeyer
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/family-art-workshop-cardboard-gingerbread-house/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Studio Art Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261226T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261226T140000
DTSTAMP:20261022T205651
CREATED:20260107T172004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T184506Z
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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-5/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Tours
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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! \nFree; no registration required.
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/museum-highlights-tour/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Tours
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