50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
thru Feb. 20; exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Boone & Zahn
thru Jan. 30; exhibit of surreal paintings and sculptures by Berthold Boone and David Zahn; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Boone & Zahn. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students
thru Feb. 13; a vibrant collection of visual narratives from University of Dubuque students in the ART 367 Digital Photography course; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Statements for Small Screens
thru Mar. 1; exhibit by Michigan-based artist Lorelei d’Andriole, an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersections of intermedia and transgender studies; her work is built on the idea that “fantasy allows us to imagine radical alternatives to the present, and art is the praxis of fantasy."; she will present a collection of video performances, sculptures, and interactive work; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free; for information, contact Luce Gallery Coordinator Brooks Cashbaugh at bcashbaugh@cornellcollege.edu.
Event Title: Statements for Small Screens. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 20; exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Boone & Zahn
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 30; exhibit of surreal paintings and sculptures by Berthold Boone and David Zahn; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Boone & Zahn. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 13; a vibrant collection of visual narratives from University of Dubuque students in the ART 367 Digital Photography course; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Statements for Small Screens
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 1; exhibit by Michigan-based artist Lorelei d’Andriole, an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersections of intermedia and transgender studies; her work is built on the idea that “fantasy allows us to imagine radical alternatives to the present, and art is the praxis of fantasy."; she will present a collection of video performances, sculptures, and interactive work; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free; for information, contact Luce Gallery Coordinator Brooks Cashbaugh at bcashbaugh@cornellcollege.edu.
Event Title: Statements for Small Screens. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Intro to Solid Borosilicate Glass
with instructor Tyson Whitehill; learn how to manipulate solid borosilicate glass; participants will make a variety of shapes that create glass skills of pushing, pulling, adding color, and making a bail; shapes worked on in class include a pawn, basic marble, icicle pendant, and a mushroom pendant; $128; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Intro to Solid Borosilicate Glass. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Sunday, January 18, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Intro to Solid Borosilicate Glass
Classes
with instructor Tyson Whitehill; learn how to manipulate solid borosilicate glass; participants will make a variety of shapes that create glass skills of pushing, pulling, adding color, and making a bail; shapes worked on in class include a pawn, basic marble, icicle pendant, and a mushroom pendant; $128; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Intro to Solid Borosilicate Glass. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Sunday, January 18, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
thru Feb. 20; exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Boone & Zahn
thru Jan. 30; exhibit of surreal paintings and sculptures by Berthold Boone and David Zahn; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Boone & Zahn. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students
thru Feb. 13; a vibrant collection of visual narratives from University of Dubuque students in the ART 367 Digital Photography course; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Statements for Small Screens
thru Mar. 1; exhibit by Michigan-based artist Lorelei d’Andriole, an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersections of intermedia and transgender studies; her work is built on the idea that “fantasy allows us to imagine radical alternatives to the present, and art is the praxis of fantasy."; she will present a collection of video performances, sculptures, and interactive work; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free; for information, contact Luce Gallery Coordinator Brooks Cashbaugh at bcashbaugh@cornellcollege.edu.
Event Title: Statements for Small Screens. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 20; exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Boone & Zahn
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 30; exhibit of surreal paintings and sculptures by Berthold Boone and David Zahn; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Boone & Zahn. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 13; a vibrant collection of visual narratives from University of Dubuque students in the ART 367 Digital Photography course; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Statements for Small Screens
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 1; exhibit by Michigan-based artist Lorelei d’Andriole, an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersections of intermedia and transgender studies; her work is built on the idea that “fantasy allows us to imagine radical alternatives to the present, and art is the praxis of fantasy."; she will present a collection of video performances, sculptures, and interactive work; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free; for information, contact Luce Gallery Coordinator Brooks Cashbaugh at bcashbaugh@cornellcollege.edu.
Event Title: Statements for Small Screens. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Ugly Quilts
on Mondays; make quilt bed rolls for area homeless; no experience is needed; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, January 19, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Prairie Bracelet through Kirkwood
with instructor Karen Kubby; use GemDuos, SuperDuos, Czech fire polish, and Toho seed beads to make this lovely bracelet; this is a fun and fast project; this pattern makes for a beautiful close-up necklace as well; no experience needed; $35 instructor fee to Kirkwood/$35 materials fee to Beadology Iowa; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Prairie Bracelet through Kirkwood. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Monday, January 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Prairie Bracelet through Kirkwood
Classes
with instructor Karen Kubby; use GemDuos, SuperDuos, Czech fire polish, and Toho seed beads to make this lovely bracelet; this is a fun and fast project; this pattern makes for a beautiful close-up necklace as well; no experience needed; $35 instructor fee to Kirkwood/$35 materials fee to Beadology Iowa; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Prairie Bracelet through Kirkwood. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Monday, January 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Acrylic Painting with Brad Bisbey
on Mondays; students will learn the basics of acrylic painting and how it can be an ideal medium for any artist; enjoy a relaxed environment when painting, so you can find ease as you experiment with your paint strokes; whether you are an absolute beginner or have advanced experience, join us to enjoy the freedom of acrylic painting; $125-140 for four classes beginning the Monday of your choice; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Acrylic Painting with Brad Bisbey. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, January 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Acrylic Painting with Brad Bisbey
Classes
on Mondays; students will learn the basics of acrylic painting and how it can be an ideal medium for any artist; enjoy a relaxed environment when painting, so you can find ease as you experiment with your paint strokes; whether you are an absolute beginner or have advanced experience, join us to enjoy the freedom of acrylic painting; $125-140 for four classes beginning the Monday of your choice; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Acrylic Painting with Brad Bisbey. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, January 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
thru Feb. 20; exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Boone & Zahn
thru Jan. 30; exhibit of surreal paintings and sculptures by Berthold Boone and David Zahn; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Boone & Zahn. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students
thru Feb. 13; a vibrant collection of visual narratives from University of Dubuque students in the ART 367 Digital Photography course; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Statements for Small Screens
thru Mar. 1; exhibit by Michigan-based artist Lorelei d’Andriole, an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersections of intermedia and transgender studies; her work is built on the idea that “fantasy allows us to imagine radical alternatives to the present, and art is the praxis of fantasy."; she will present a collection of video performances, sculptures, and interactive work; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free; for information, contact Luce Gallery Coordinator Brooks Cashbaugh at bcashbaugh@cornellcollege.edu.
Event Title: Statements for Small Screens. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 20; exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Boone & Zahn
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 30; exhibit of surreal paintings and sculptures by Berthold Boone and David Zahn; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Boone & Zahn. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 13; a vibrant collection of visual narratives from University of Dubuque students in the ART 367 Digital Photography course; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Statements for Small Screens
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 1; exhibit by Michigan-based artist Lorelei d’Andriole, an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersections of intermedia and transgender studies; her work is built on the idea that “fantasy allows us to imagine radical alternatives to the present, and art is the praxis of fantasy."; she will present a collection of video performances, sculptures, and interactive work; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free; for information, contact Luce Gallery Coordinator Brooks Cashbaugh at bcashbaugh@cornellcollege.edu.
Event Title: Statements for Small Screens. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Coloring Café
enjoy some coloring at our coloring cafe; we will have different art mediums available like markers, painting, and diamond art; beverages will be provided; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Coloring Café. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Coloring Café
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
enjoy some coloring at our coloring cafe; we will have different art mediums available like markers, painting, and diamond art; beverages will be provided; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Coloring Café. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
thru Feb. 20; exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Boone & Zahn
thru Jan. 30; exhibit of surreal paintings and sculptures by Berthold Boone and David Zahn; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Boone & Zahn. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students
thru Feb. 13; a vibrant collection of visual narratives from University of Dubuque students in the ART 367 Digital Photography course; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Statements for Small Screens
thru Mar. 1; exhibit by Michigan-based artist Lorelei d’Andriole, an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersections of intermedia and transgender studies; her work is built on the idea that “fantasy allows us to imagine radical alternatives to the present, and art is the praxis of fantasy."; she will present a collection of video performances, sculptures, and interactive work; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free; for information, contact Luce Gallery Coordinator Brooks Cashbaugh at bcashbaugh@cornellcollege.edu.
Event Title: Statements for Small Screens. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 20; exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Boone & Zahn
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 30; exhibit of surreal paintings and sculptures by Berthold Boone and David Zahn; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Boone & Zahn. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 13; a vibrant collection of visual narratives from University of Dubuque students in the ART 367 Digital Photography course; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Statements for Small Screens
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 1; exhibit by Michigan-based artist Lorelei d’Andriole, an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersections of intermedia and transgender studies; her work is built on the idea that “fantasy allows us to imagine radical alternatives to the present, and art is the praxis of fantasy."; she will present a collection of video performances, sculptures, and interactive work; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free; for information, contact Luce Gallery Coordinator Brooks Cashbaugh at bcashbaugh@cornellcollege.edu.
Event Title: Statements for Small Screens. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Intuitive Painting with Atticus
with instructor Atticus Norman; students will be encouraged to get out of their mind and into their body, creating their own unique masterpiece by allowing their paint to simply flow onto their canvas; there are no right or wrong techniques within this class; only the chance to experiment and play with your chosen imagery, shapes, and colors; $15; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Intuitive Painting with Atticus. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Intuitive Painting with Atticus
Classes
with instructor Atticus Norman; students will be encouraged to get out of their mind and into their body, creating their own unique masterpiece by allowing their paint to simply flow onto their canvas; there are no right or wrong techniques within this class; only the chance to experiment and play with your chosen imagery, shapes, and colors; $15; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Intuitive Painting with Atticus. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Paint Nite: Dawn of New Beginnings
for information, call 309-519-7899.
Event Title: Paint Nite: Dawn of New Beginnings. Venue: Great River Brewery.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Great River Brewery.
For more info visit www.greatriver.beer. Paint Nite: Dawn of New Beginnings
Classes
for information, call 309-519-7899.
Event Title: Paint Nite: Dawn of New Beginnings. Venue: Great River Brewery.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Great River Brewery.
For more info visit www.greatriver.beer. 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
thru Feb. 20; exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Boone & Zahn
thru Jan. 30; exhibit of surreal paintings and sculptures by Berthold Boone and David Zahn; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Boone & Zahn. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students
thru Feb. 13; a vibrant collection of visual narratives from University of Dubuque students in the ART 367 Digital Photography course; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Statements for Small Screens
thru Mar. 1; exhibit by Michigan-based artist Lorelei d’Andriole, an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersections of intermedia and transgender studies; her work is built on the idea that “fantasy allows us to imagine radical alternatives to the present, and art is the praxis of fantasy."; she will present a collection of video performances, sculptures, and interactive work; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free; for information, contact Luce Gallery Coordinator Brooks Cashbaugh at bcashbaugh@cornellcollege.edu.
Event Title: Statements for Small Screens. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 20; exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Boone & Zahn
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 30; exhibit of surreal paintings and sculptures by Berthold Boone and David Zahn; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Boone & Zahn. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 13; a vibrant collection of visual narratives from University of Dubuque students in the ART 367 Digital Photography course; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Statements for Small Screens
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 1; exhibit by Michigan-based artist Lorelei d’Andriole, an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersections of intermedia and transgender studies; her work is built on the idea that “fantasy allows us to imagine radical alternatives to the present, and art is the praxis of fantasy."; she will present a collection of video performances, sculptures, and interactive work; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free; for information, contact Luce Gallery Coordinator Brooks Cashbaugh at bcashbaugh@cornellcollege.edu.
Event Title: Statements for Small Screens. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Pinterest Craft
make a unique craft at the library; all supplies will be provided; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Pinterest Craft. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Pinterest Craft
Classes
make a unique craft at the library; all supplies will be provided; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Pinterest Craft. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Amateur Paint Night
pre-registration is required; all levels of painters are invited; follow along with The Art Sherpa’s instructional video to paint “Snowman Catching Snowflakes”; all supplies provided; ages 10+ recommended for painting difficulty; registration opens January 1; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Amateur Paint Night. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Amateur Paint Night
Classes
pre-registration is required; all levels of painters are invited; follow along with The Art Sherpa’s instructional video to paint “Snowman Catching Snowflakes”; all supplies provided; ages 10+ recommended for painting difficulty; registration opens January 1; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Amateur Paint Night. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
thru Feb. 20; exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Boone & Zahn
thru Jan. 30; exhibit of surreal paintings and sculptures by Berthold Boone and David Zahn; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Boone & Zahn. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students
thru Feb. 13; a vibrant collection of visual narratives from University of Dubuque students in the ART 367 Digital Photography course; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Statements for Small Screens
thru Mar. 1; exhibit by Michigan-based artist Lorelei d’Andriole, an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersections of intermedia and transgender studies; her work is built on the idea that “fantasy allows us to imagine radical alternatives to the present, and art is the praxis of fantasy."; she will present a collection of video performances, sculptures, and interactive work; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free; for information, contact Luce Gallery Coordinator Brooks Cashbaugh at bcashbaugh@cornellcollege.edu.
Event Title: Statements for Small Screens. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 20; exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Boone & Zahn
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 30; exhibit of surreal paintings and sculptures by Berthold Boone and David Zahn; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Boone & Zahn. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 13; a vibrant collection of visual narratives from University of Dubuque students in the ART 367 Digital Photography course; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Statements for Small Screens
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 1; exhibit by Michigan-based artist Lorelei d’Andriole, an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersections of intermedia and transgender studies; her work is built on the idea that “fantasy allows us to imagine radical alternatives to the present, and art is the praxis of fantasy."; she will present a collection of video performances, sculptures, and interactive work; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free; for information, contact Luce Gallery Coordinator Brooks Cashbaugh at bcashbaugh@cornellcollege.edu.
Event Title: Statements for Small Screens. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Adult Arts & Crafts: Spread the Joy – Rock Painting
a painted rock is a little piece of joy to make that can make a difference in someone’s day; they can share a kind word or feature a pretty scene or silly animal; they’re placed where people will come across them; join us is painting rocks we can place around town or in friends’ houses; let’s share some joy; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Adult Arts & Crafts: Spread the Joy – Rock Painting. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Friday, January 23, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Adult Arts & Crafts: Spread the Joy – Rock Painting
Classes
a painted rock is a little piece of joy to make that can make a difference in someone’s day; they can share a kind word or feature a pretty scene or silly animal; they’re placed where people will come across them; join us is painting rocks we can place around town or in friends’ houses; let’s share some joy; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Adult Arts & Crafts: Spread the Joy – Rock Painting. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Friday, January 23, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Figure Drawing
with alternating instructors Peter Xiao and Paul Lange; learn figure drawing by practicing your skills and adapting to change in these facilitated classes (not instructed); bring your own supplies; all non-toxic and non-photographic media are welcome; Facilitator: Paul, Model: Michael; $15; for information and to register, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Figure Drawing. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, January 23, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Friday Night Out: Byzantine Chain Maille Bracelet
with instructor Karen Kubby; learn the basics of Byzantine chain maille to make a bracelet; chain maille is a technique of taking individual open jump rings and putting them together to form a mesh or chain; proper tool handling and opening and closing of rings will be emphasized; no experience needed; $68; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Friday Night Out: Byzantine Chain Maille Bracelet. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Friday, January 23, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Figure Drawing
Classes
with alternating instructors Peter Xiao and Paul Lange; learn figure drawing by practicing your skills and adapting to change in these facilitated classes (not instructed); bring your own supplies; all non-toxic and non-photographic media are welcome; Facilitator: Paul, Model: Michael; $15; for information and to register, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Figure Drawing. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, January 23, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Friday Night Out: Byzantine Chain Maille Bracelet
Classes
with instructor Karen Kubby; learn the basics of Byzantine chain maille to make a bracelet; chain maille is a technique of taking individual open jump rings and putting them together to form a mesh or chain; proper tool handling and opening and closing of rings will be emphasized; no experience needed; $68; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Friday Night Out: Byzantine Chain Maille Bracelet. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Friday, January 23, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
thru Feb. 20; exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Boone & Zahn
thru Jan. 30; exhibit of surreal paintings and sculptures by Berthold Boone and David Zahn; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Boone & Zahn. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students
thru Feb. 13; a vibrant collection of visual narratives from University of Dubuque students in the ART 367 Digital Photography course; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Statements for Small Screens
thru Mar. 1; exhibit by Michigan-based artist Lorelei d’Andriole, an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersections of intermedia and transgender studies; her work is built on the idea that “fantasy allows us to imagine radical alternatives to the present, and art is the praxis of fantasy."; she will present a collection of video performances, sculptures, and interactive work; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free; for information, contact Luce Gallery Coordinator Brooks Cashbaugh at bcashbaugh@cornellcollege.edu.
Event Title: Statements for Small Screens. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Young Artists at the Figge: Geneseo
thru Feb. 1; this annual, fan-favorite exhibition features student artwork from 8 local school districts, supporting local art education; this imaginative whirlwind of art changes every two weeks, complete with 76 frames, hundreds of student artworks, and Sunday student recognition receptions, featuring free admission thanks to our generous sponsors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Young Artists at the Figge: Geneseo. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 20; exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Boone & Zahn
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 30; exhibit of surreal paintings and sculptures by Berthold Boone and David Zahn; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Boone & Zahn. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 13; a vibrant collection of visual narratives from University of Dubuque students in the ART 367 Digital Photography course; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Statements for Small Screens
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 1; exhibit by Michigan-based artist Lorelei d’Andriole, an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersections of intermedia and transgender studies; her work is built on the idea that “fantasy allows us to imagine radical alternatives to the present, and art is the praxis of fantasy."; she will present a collection of video performances, sculptures, and interactive work; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free; for information, contact Luce Gallery Coordinator Brooks Cashbaugh at bcashbaugh@cornellcollege.edu.
Event Title: Statements for Small Screens. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Young Artists at the Figge: Geneseo
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 1; this annual, fan-favorite exhibition features student artwork from 8 local school districts, supporting local art education; this imaginative whirlwind of art changes every two weeks, complete with 76 frames, hundreds of student artworks, and Sunday student recognition receptions, featuring free admission thanks to our generous sponsors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Young Artists at the Figge: Geneseo. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Oil Painting with Dave Anderson
on Saturdays; as students move beyond the beginning principles of oil painting, they will learn the value of composition and how light effects color while applying it to still-life, landscape, and portraits; each class will build upon the last, moving students forward in the art of oil; this class is offered all year round and with your $125-140 purchase you receive four classes beginning the Saturday of your choice; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Oil Painting with Dave Anderson. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Oil Painting with Dave Anderson
Classes
on Saturdays; as students move beyond the beginning principles of oil painting, they will learn the value of composition and how light effects color while applying it to still-life, landscape, and portraits; each class will build upon the last, moving students forward in the art of oil; this class is offered all year round and with your $125-140 purchase you receive four classes beginning the Saturday of your choice; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Oil Painting with Dave Anderson. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Zipper Pull or Bag Accessory
with instructor Charlie Jakowchuk; learn to make a wrapped loop using three fundamental jewelry making tools; design a bauble for the bottom of a chain and connect it with wire work; a wrapped loop is stronger and more secure than an open loop, perfect for zipper pulls or bag accessories that need durability; each participant will make two pulls and/or accessories; no experience needed; $60; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Zipper Pull or Bag Accessory. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Zipper Pull or Bag Accessory
Classes
with instructor Charlie Jakowchuk; learn to make a wrapped loop using three fundamental jewelry making tools; design a bauble for the bottom of a chain and connect it with wire work; a wrapped loop is stronger and more secure than an open loop, perfect for zipper pulls or bag accessories that need durability; each participant will make two pulls and/or accessories; no experience needed; $60; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Zipper Pull or Bag Accessory. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Sip & Paint
you must pre register for this class at Create QC at Facebook.com/CreateQuadCities; for information, call 309-429-3313.
Event Title: Sip & Paint. Venue: Jennie's Boxcar.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Jennie's Boxcar.
For more info visit jenniesboxcar.com. Sip & Paint
Classes
you must pre register for this class at Create QC at Facebook.com/CreateQuadCities; for information, call 309-429-3313.
Event Title: Sip & Paint. Venue: Jennie's Boxcar.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Jennie's Boxcar.
For more info visit jenniesboxcar.com. Pop-up Card & Envelope: Great V-Day Gift!
with instructor Charlie Jakowchuk; learn the art of folding paper to create a simple pop-up card; create a matching envelope; no beads involved in this project; this card will have to go to someone special; no experience needed; $60; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Pop-up Card & Envelope: Great V-Day Gift! Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Pop-up Card & Envelope: Great V-Day Gift!
Classes
with instructor Charlie Jakowchuk; learn the art of folding paper to create a simple pop-up card; create a matching envelope; no beads involved in this project; this card will have to go to someone special; no experience needed; $60; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Pop-up Card & Envelope: Great V-Day Gift! Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Make a Seasonal Mug in the Makerspace
learn how to make a mug in the makerspace; you will pick out a prepared design (options will include winter-related as well as heart-themed designs), print it using the Cricut Explore, and use the Cricut Heat Press to finish your mug; no experience is necessary; this program is intended for adults but ages 12 and up may make a mug if attending with a parent or guardian who is also signed up; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Make a Seasonal Mug in the Makerspace. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Make a Seasonal Mug in the Makerspace
Classes
learn how to make a mug in the makerspace; you will pick out a prepared design (options will include winter-related as well as heart-themed designs), print it using the Cricut Explore, and use the Cricut Heat Press to finish your mug; no experience is necessary; this program is intended for adults but ages 12 and up may make a mug if attending with a parent or guardian who is also signed up; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Make a Seasonal Mug in the Makerspace. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. An Evening of Art for DBQFest
guests are invited to enjoy a curated silent art auction featuring donated works from regional artists, live music by Brion Bowman, spoken word performance by Christine Baker, and on-demand poetry created throughout the evening by Oracle Poets. Cocktails, mocktails, and light hors d’oeuvres will be available; proceeds from the event support DBQFest 2026 and the ongoing work of the Dubuque County Fine Arts Society, ensuring the festival remains free and accessible while continuing to grow as a community-building, family-friendly event that impacts the local economy and draws tourists to Dubuque; free-will donations at the door; for information, e-mail info@dcfas.org.
Event Title: An Evening of Art for DBQFest. Venue: Dubuque Museum of Art.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Dubuque Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. An Evening of Art for DBQFest
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
guests are invited to enjoy a curated silent art auction featuring donated works from regional artists, live music by Brion Bowman, spoken word performance by Christine Baker, and on-demand poetry created throughout the evening by Oracle Poets. Cocktails, mocktails, and light hors d’oeuvres will be available; proceeds from the event support DBQFest 2026 and the ongoing work of the Dubuque County Fine Arts Society, ensuring the festival remains free and accessible while continuing to grow as a community-building, family-friendly event that impacts the local economy and draws tourists to Dubuque; free-will donations at the door; for information, e-mail info@dcfas.org.
Event Title: An Evening of Art for DBQFest. Venue: Dubuque Museum of Art.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Dubuque Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.facebook.com.