Date

Saturday, April 26, 2025

Time

1:00 - 2:00 pm

Event Details

Experience the energy and exhilaration of Joy Through Movement, a special themed tour of the Des Moines Art Center’s permanent collections. This engaging tour highlights artworks that celebrate motion, play, and sport, revealing how artists capture the dynamism and rhythm of movement in their work. From playful sculptures to vibrant paintings, explore pieces that evoke the joy of activity and the beauty of bodies in motion.

Public guided tours are offered every Saturday from 1 – 2 pm. Free; no registration required.

Carl Milles (Swedish, active United States, 1875 – 1955)
“Man and Pegasus,” 1949
Bronze
Des Moines Art Center Permanent Collections; Purchased with funds from Florence Call Cowles, 1949.151
Photo Credit: Rich Sanders

Location

Des Moines Art Center
4700 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA 50312 United States