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SUMMARY:Art for Every Body
DESCRIPTION:Art for Every Body is a welcoming creative program designed for adults (ages 18+) of all abilities who are seeking connection\, reflection\, and community through art. This experience begins with a visit to the Art Center’s galleries\, where participants will explore artworks and enjoy a guided conversation about a selected work. After the museum visit\, participants will transition to an art making workshop that invites personal expression inspired by the gallery experience. \nThis program fosters curiosity\, connection\, and creativity\, offering a space where every body can engage with art in ways that are meaningful and empowering. Whether you’re curious about art\, seeking creative expression\, or hoping to connect with others in a supportive environment\, all are welcome. Participants are encouraged to bring support people or companions\, and accommodations are available upon request at registration to ensure everyone can fully engage. \nFree; registration required. \nREGISTER \nContact the Community Access Program Manager at kburr@desmoinesartcenter.org in advance with specific needs so we can prepare appropriate accessibility supports.
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/art-for-every-body/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events and Programs
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T140000
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SUMMARY:“Artists Around a Table: Artmaking and Merrymaking\, 1927-1952” Exhibition Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free guided tour of the exhibition in the John Brady Print Gallery\, “Artists Around a Table: Artmaking and Merrymaking\, 1927-1952.” This exhibition presents works on paper made by a vibrant social network of artist-printmakers who moved between New York City\, Woodstock\, Paris\, and beyond in the first decades of the 20th century. \n“Artists Around a Table” explores a group of artists\, friends\, and lovers who constructed figurative works of art inflected with humor and merrymaking. They depicted scenes from their own lives as well as those illustrating the various locales in which they lived and worked. \nPublic guided tours are offered every Saturday from 1 – 2 pm. Free; no registration required. \nJohn Carroll (American\, 1892 – 1959)\n“Artists Around a Table” (detail)\, 1928\nLithograph on paper\nDes Moines Art Center Permanent Collections; Gift of Carl Weeks\, 1954.109
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/artists-around-a-table-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:20260901T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T120000
DTSTAMP:20260825T094932
CREATED:20240906T150536Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Aging: Gallery 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. During this gallery series\, an Art Center docent will lead the group in collaborative discussion\, focusing on one work of art. Following the gallery talk\, guests are invited to an informal social time with coffee and tea. \nCreative Aging is a free\, monthly program at the Art Center. There are multiple registration times available; each program will last approximately 90 minutes. Registration is required; gallery seating is available. \nREGISTER
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/creative-aging-3/
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:20260905T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T140000
DTSTAMP:20260825T094932
CREATED:20251105T170747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T191753Z
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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-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:20260906T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260906T120000
DTSTAMP:20260825T094932
CREATED:20260303T204840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T195317Z
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SUMMARY:Art for Brunch!
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us at Art for Brunch! Come hang out with us at this monthly meetup for adults of all ages and enjoy thoughtful conversation as we unpack a different work of art each month. A docent will guide the dialogue with questions and prompts\, but each discussion will be as unique and varied as those who attend. We’ll go where the conversation leads us. No art background needed. Just bring your curiosity and a willingness to look a little longer. \nWhile brunch is not provided as part of this free program\, we encourage you to make it a date and pair this event with a visit to the Art Center Café for coffee drinks\, teas\, and irresistible la mie pastries before or after. \nArt for Brunch! is held on the first Sunday of each month. Free; registration required. \nREGISTER
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/art-for-brunch-2/
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:20260910T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T180000
DTSTAMP:20260825T094932
CREATED:20240808T201937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T160739Z
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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. Shoppers will get a unique opportunity to purchase artwork by local multi-media collage artist\, Kristen Nassif. Her work layers drawing and painting with nostalgic ephemera to conjure intriguing characters and fanciful scenarios. 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
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:20260910T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T173000
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CREATED:20260717T212141Z
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SUMMARY:"Artists on Fire" Gallery Talk with Senior Curator Laura Burkhalter
DESCRIPTION:Join the Des Moines Art Center’s Senior Curator Laura Burkhalter for a gallery talk of the exhibition “Artists on Fire\,” on view in the John Brady Print Gallery September 5\, 2026 – 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. \nFree; 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-gallery-talk/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T140000
DTSTAMP:20260825T094932
CREATED:20260730T184352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T220222Z
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SUMMARY:Social Saturday: Great Outdoors
DESCRIPTION:Join the Des Moines Art Center’s September Social Saturday event: Great Outdoors! Enjoy crafts in the Art School studios\, a scavenger hunt\, a guided tour\, storytime\, treats in the Art Center Café\, and so much more. \nSchedule of Events:\n11 am\, 12 pm\, and 1 pm | CEO Gallery Talk\nJoin at the top of the hour for a chat and Q&A about the Art Center’s newest acquisition to the collection\, “nashoba holba / wayaha / coyote / they are witty and transform themselves in order to guide us\,” (2025) by artist Jeffery Gibson\, led by John and Mary Pappajohn Director and CEO Kelly Baum.\nLower Richard Meier Gallery\, Kyle and Sharon Krause Atrium\n11:15 – 11:30 am | Storytime\nLevitt Auditorium\n1:30 pm | Conversation with Artist Elle Pérez and Associate Curator Ashton Cooper\nJoin artist Elle Pérez in conversation with Ashton Cooper; the two will discuss and dive into the body of photographs presented in the exhibition “Elle Pérez: La Despedida.” Registration required.\nLevitt Auditorium \nDrop-in Activities (11 am – 2 pm):\nMuseum Galleries \n\nFind the Social Saturday interactive Art Cart in the galleries.\nComplete a scavenger hunt in the galleries and return your findings to the front desk for a small prize.\n\n\nMacomber Lobby \n\nEnjoy the Art Center’s Paint-n-Play station.\n\n\nArt School Studios \n\nExplore creativity and your inner artist! Free drawing available in the studio space\, as well as a unique Social Saturday: Great Outdoors activity\, both a printing making activity in the studios and sun-bleached prints outside (weather dependent).\n\n\nArt Center Café\n \n\nStop by for a sit-down lunch\, a delicious pastry\, and a full coffee and tea menu. Art Center members receive a  10% discount in the café. Package up a picnic to-go and enjoy your meal on the grounds of the Art Center or in Greenwood Park.\n\nMuseum Shop \n\nBrowse the Museum Shop to find gifts and souvenirs. Art Center members receive a  10% discount in the Museum Shop. Visit the $10 and under section for kids toys!\n\nSee our special exhibitions! \n\n“Topographies: Mapping Being and Belonging” (Anna K. Meredith Gallery)\n“Elle Pérez: La Despedida” (A. H. Blank Gallery)\n“Artists on Fire” (Pamela Bass-Bookey and Harry Bookey Gallery)\n“Valentin Noujaïm: La Défense” (John Brady Print Gallery)\n\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. \n \nSupport is provided by the National Endowment for the Arts and the Iowa Arts Council\, which exists within the Iowa Economic Development Authority. \n   
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/social-saturday-great-outdoors/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events and Programs
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260913T150000
DTSTAMP:20260825T094932
CREATED:20230120T175012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T203016Z
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SUMMARY:Art Spectrums
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of Art Spectrums is to enable children and teens with autism\, along with their families\, to enjoy the Des Moines Art Center and make memories with art. In this program\, kids\, ages 5 – 18\, on the autism spectrum and their family members explore and make art together. Participants will visit and discuss a work of art in the museum for inspiration. Next\, attendees make their own artwork in the studio\, inspired by what they discovered in the Art Center galleries. \nArt Spectrums is a free\, monthly program\, and registration is required. \nREGISTER
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/art-spectrums/
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:20260915T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T120000
DTSTAMP:20260825T094932
CREATED:20240220T205808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T182939Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Aging: Gallery 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. During this gallery series\, an Art Center docent will lead the group in collaborative discussion\, focusing on one work of art. Following the gallery talk\, guests are invited to an informal social time with coffee and tea. \nCreative Aging is a free\, monthly program at the Art Center. There are multiple registration times available; each program will last approximately 90 minutes. Registration is required; gallery seating is available. \nREGISTER
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/creative-aging/
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:20260919T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T140000
DTSTAMP:20260825T094932
CREATED:20260720T191924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T191924Z
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SUMMARY:“Topographies: Mapping Being and Belonging” Exhibition Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free guided tour of the exhibition “Topographies: Mapping Being and Belonging” on view in the Anna K. Meredith Gallery through September 20\, 2026. Topography (drawn from the Ancient Greek words topos\, meaning place\, and graphia\, meaning writing) is the creation of a visual map that describes the natural or human-made features of a place. \nFree; no registration required. \nSky Hopinka (Ho-Chunk Nation/Pechanga Band of Luiseño Indians\, born 1984)\n“Mnemonics of Shape and Reason\,” 2021 (still)\nHD video\, stereo\, color\, 4.2 min\nDes Moines Art Center Permanent Collections; Purchased with funds from the Pamela Bass-Bookey and Harry Bookey Moving-Image and Time-Based Art Fund\, 2025.1\n© Sky Hopinka. Image appears courtesy of the Artist and The Green Gallery\, Milwaukee
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/topographies-mapping-being-and-belonging-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:20260924T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T153000
DTSTAMP:20260825T094932
CREATED:20260107T172930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T212548Z
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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 create their own greeting cards. Materials\, tools\, and instructor guidance will be provided. \nCost of the class is $30 ($24 for Art Center members). \nREGISTER
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/creative-aging-studio-series-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:20260924T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T190000
DTSTAMP:20260825T094932
CREATED:20260708T212153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T212153Z
UID:14484-1790271000-1790276400@desmoinesartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Art for Every Body
DESCRIPTION:Art for Every Body is a welcoming creative program designed for adults (ages 18+) of all abilities who are seeking connection\, reflection\, and community through art. This experience begins with a visit to the Des Moines Art Center’s galleries\, where participants will explore artworks and participate in a guided conversation about a selected work. After the museum visit\, participants will transition to an art making workshop that invites personal expression inspired by the gallery experience. \nThis program fosters curiosity\, connection\, and creativity\, offering a space where every body can engage with art in ways that are meaningful and empowering. Whether you’re curious about art\, seeking creative expression\, or hoping to connect with others in a supportive environment\, all are welcome. Participants are encouraged to bring support people or companions\, and accommodations are available upon request at registration to ensure everyone can fully engage. \nFree; registration required. \nREGISTER \nContact the Community Access Program Manager at kburr@desmoinesartcenter.org in advance with specific needs so we can prepare appropriate accessibility supports.
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/art-for-every-body-2/
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:20260926T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T140000
DTSTAMP:20260825T094932
CREATED:20260720T192111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T192111Z
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SUMMARY:“Artists Around a Table: Artmaking and Merrymaking\, 1927-1952” Exhibition Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free guided tour of the exhibition in the John Brady Print Gallery\, “Artists Around a Table: Artmaking and Merrymaking\, 1927-1952.” This exhibition presents works on paper made by a vibrant social network of artist-printmakers who moved between New York City\, Woodstock\, Paris\, and beyond in the first decades of the 20th century. \n“Artists Around a Table” explores a group of artists\, friends\, and lovers who constructed figurative works of art inflected with humor and merrymaking. They depicted scenes from their own lives as well as those illustrating the various locales in which they lived and worked. \nPublic guided tours are offered every Saturday from 1 – 2 pm. Free; no registration required. \nJohn Carroll (American\, 1892 – 1959)\n“Artists Around a Table” (detail)\, 1928\nLithograph on paper\nDes Moines Art Center Permanent Collections; Gift of Carl Weeks\, 1954.109
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/artists-around-a-table-artmaking-and-merrymaking-1927-1952-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:20260929T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T190000
DTSTAMP:20260825T094932
CREATED:20260813T180625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T180716Z
UID:14750-1790703000-1790708400@desmoinesartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Sculpture + Flow Yoga in the Courtyard
DESCRIPTION:As daylight fades into evening\, connect art with mind and body at Sculpture + Flow – a candlelit yoga class in the Bookey Family Courtyard surrounded by the striking architecture of I. M. Pei\, Eliel Saarinen\, and Richard Meier. This unique experience invites you to flow in the glow of candlelight alongside “Man and Pegasus” (1949) by Carl Milles\, creating space to let your day fall away. \nInspired by the harmony of art\, water\, light\, and space\, certified yoga instructor Lily Allen-Duenas will guide art enthusiasts and yogis through a mindful\, all-levels practice beside the Maytag Reflecting Pool and beneath softly lit trees. The evening will close with a guided meditation inviting you to slow down\, turn inward\, and experience the museum in a new light. \n*Guests must bring their own yoga mats. \nREGISTER
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/sculpture-flow/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events and Programs,Membership & Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T140000
DTSTAMP:20260825T094932
CREATED:20260720T193207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T193207Z
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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 September 5\, 2026 – 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. \nFree; 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/
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:20261010T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T140000
DTSTAMP:20260825T094932
CREATED:20260824T213448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T213448Z
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SUMMARY:Social Saturday: Monster Mash
DESCRIPTION:Join the Des Moines Art Center’s October Social Saturday event: Monster Mash! Enjoy crafts in the Art School studios\, Fright Night with Final Act Ensemble\, a scavenger hunt\, a guided tour\, spooky storytime\, treats in the Art Center Café\, and so much more. \nWe invite you to dress for the season and come in costume!\nPlease dress appropriately for a family friendly event. Consider safety and security when choosing your outfit. Avoid tails\, wings\, costume props or inflatable elements that could accidentally damage artwork as you walk through the galleries. Costume masks and replica weapons are not allowed. Our security team has the right to refuse any costume entering the museum. \nSchedule of Events:\n11:15 – 11:30 am | Spooky Storytime (all ages)\nLevitt Auditorium\n1 pm | Guided Tour (all ages)\nMeet in the Macomber Lobby\n1:30 pm | Fright Night with Final Act Ensemble\nThe Des Moines Community Playhouse’s Final Act Ensemble brings ghosts\, witches\, murder\, and mystery to life in a Halloween performance inspired by the golden age of radio. *Please note: This program may not be suitable for younger children.\nLevitt Auditorium  \nDrop-in Activities (11 am – 2 pm):\nMuseum Galleries \n\nFind the Social Saturday interactive Art Cart in the galleries.\nComplete a scavenger hunt in the galleries and return your findings to the front desk for a small prize.\n\n\nMacomber Lobby \n\nEnjoy the Art Center’s Paint-n-Play station.\n\n\nArt School Studios \n\nExplore creativity and your inner artist! Free drawing available in the studio space\, as well as a unique Social Saturday: Monster Mash activity with jack-o’-lanterns.\n\n\nArt Center Café\n \n\nStop by for a sit-down lunch\, a delicious pastry\, and a full coffee and tea menu. Art Center members receive a  10% discount in the café. Package up a picnic to-go and enjoy your meal on the grounds of the Art Center or in Greenwood Park.\n\nMuseum Shop \n\nBrowse the Museum Shop to find gifts and souvenirs. Art Center members receive a  10% discount in the Museum Shop.\n\nSee our special exhibitions! \n\n“Elle Pérez: La Despedida” (A. H. Blank Gallery)\n“Artists on Fire” (Pamela Bass-Bookey and Harry Bookey Gallery)\n“Valentin Noujaïm: La Défense” (John Brady Print Gallery)\n\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. \n \nSupport is provided by the National Endowment for the Arts and the Iowa Arts Council\, which exists within the Iowa Economic Development Authority. \n   
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/social-saturday-monster-mash/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events and Programs,Family Programs
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UID:12410-1792242000-1792245600@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-3/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Tours
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T190000
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CREATED:20260708T212346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T212346Z
UID:14486-1792690200-1792695600@desmoinesartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Art for Every Body
DESCRIPTION:Art for Every Body is a welcoming creative program designed for adults (ages 18+) of all abilities who are seeking connection\, reflection\, and community through art. This experience begins with a visit to the Des Moines Art Center’s galleries\, where participants will explore artworks and participate in a guided conversation about a selected work. After the museum visit\, participants will transition to an art making workshop that invites personal expression inspired by the gallery experience. \nThis program fosters curiosity\, connection\, and creativity\, offering a space where every body can engage with art in ways that are meaningful and empowering. Whether you’re curious about art\, seeking creative expression\, or hoping to connect with others in a supportive environment\, all are welcome. Participants are encouraged to bring support people or companions\, and accommodations are available upon request at registration to ensure everyone can fully engage. \nFree; registration required. \nREGISTER \nContact the Community Access Program Manager at kburr@desmoinesartcenter.org in advance with specific needs so we can prepare appropriate accessibility supports.
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/art-for-every-body-3/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events and Programs
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UID:13337-1792846800-1792850400@desmoinesartcenter.org
SUMMARY:“Elle Pérez: La Despedida” Exhibition Tour
DESCRIPTION:Visitors are invited to learn more about the exhibition “Elle Pérez: La Despedida” during this free guided tour. The show\, on view in the A. H. Blank Gallery\, highlights Bronx-based photographer Elle Pérez’s practice as they construct lush and tactile photographs born from careful attention to the objects\, settings\, and individuals in their everyday life. The artist’s 2025 series “La Despedida (the world is always ending\, the world is always again beginning)” encompasses photographs taken in the gardens of two very different sites: Pérez’s grandfather’s backyard in Puerto Real\, Puerto Rico\, and Impressionist painter Claude Monet’s home in Giverny\, France. \nPublic guided tours are offered every Saturday from 1 – 2 pm. Free; no registration required. \nElle Pérez (born 1989)\n“untitled (light window)” (detail)\, 2025\nArchival pigment print\nImage courtesy of the artist and 47 Canal\, New York\nPhoto: Joerg Lohse \n 
URL:https://desmoinesartcenter.org/event/elle-perez-la-despedida-exhibition-tour/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Guided Tours
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T153000
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UID:12706-1793282400-1793287800@desmoinesartcenter.org
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 create Gelli printings inspired by nature. Gelli printing is a form of mono printing that uses flexible printing plates to create textures and layers of color. \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/
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:20261031T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T140000
DTSTAMP:20260825T094932
CREATED:20250520T162016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T193719Z
UID:11467-1793451600-1793455200@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-2/
LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Tours
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