100 Years of Collecting
thru Jan. 11; from American and Haitian art to Spanish Colonial works and contemporary photography, the Figge’s collection has grown over the past century thanks to the vision and generosity of private donors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: 100 Years of Collecting. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network
thru Jan. 4; masterworks on loan from the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art are presented throughout the Figge’s permanent collection galleries; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper
thru Dec. 12; exhibit of woven artworks by Lucas Berns; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Morrisey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit sau.edu. Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction
thru Oct. 26; despite their work often being overlooked, women artists developed and worked in abstraction alongside their male counterparts for many decades; in recent years, their contributions have been re-evaluated and these artists have been viewed with a new lens; this exhibition seeks to highlight women in the CRMA collection working in abstraction; their approaches to abstraction vary; some slightly abstract their subject matter, while others move completely away from any recognizable object; each of their abstractions operates on unique emotional and intellectual levels; 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: Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Cats!
thru Jan. 4; the exhibit explores artwork featuring fascinating felines from the museum collection and on loan; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Cats! Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Day of the Dead
thru Nov. 30; explore how we celebrate and remember the lives of our lost loved ones through collective traditions, artmaking, and storytelling that are integral parts of this UNESCO World Heritage Day, Dia de los Muertos; a mobile audio tour, in-gallery activities, altar display, and Catrinas in the galleries will all be a part of the ongoing celebration; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Day of the Dead. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Dreams and Reflections of Flower Worlds
thru Oct. 25; exhibit of Narciso Meneses Elizalde’s collection of colorful polymer clay sculptures celebrating Mesoamerican Indigenous values, cosmovisions, and the ritual specialists who sustain them; Fri. 4-6pm, Sat. noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mail gallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Dreams and Reflections of Flower Worlds. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Fever Dreams: German Expressionism
thru Dec. 7; Expressionism presents the work of artists active in Europe during the early 20 century, including Käthe Kollwitz, Arthur Segal, and Ludwig Meidner, who put their inner visions to paper in defiance of tradition and political injustice; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fever Dreams: German Expressionism. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
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.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Kristin Quinn: Luminous Flux Paintings from the Watershed
thru Dec. 28; ocal artist and St. Ambrose University professor Quinn's paintings immerse viewers in a luminous, otherworldly landscape of bogs, marshes, rivers, lakes, and endless floating spaces; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Kristin Quinn: Luminous Flux Paintings from the Watershed. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
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, October 19, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Powerful: The Art of Käthe Kollwitz
thru Jan. 4; 80 years after her death, the work of German printmaker Käthe Kollwitz continues to strike an emotional chord in the eyes of modern viewers; her expressionist works often dealt with themes of the working class, women, grief, and violence. Her prints highlighted themes of social justice which still feel relevant today; 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: Powerful: The Art of Käthe Kollwitz. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Schwartzkopf, Steckler, & Pesta
thru Oct. 29; exhibit of furniture and sculpture by John Schwartzkopf, fabric collages by Heather Steckler, and paper collage by Lauren Pesta; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Schwartzkopf, Steckler, & Pesta. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Stewards of Our Story: A Legacy of Leadership at the University of Dubuque
thru Oct. 31; the display includes presidential portraits and an array of images showcasing UD’s evolving campus – all reminders of the rich tradition and enduring Mission that continue to shape who UD is today; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Stewards of Our Story: A Legacy of Leadership at the University of Dubuque. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.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, October 19, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Voces y Visiones: A Celebration of Hispanic Artists
thru Dec. 5; a juried group exhibition celebrating the creativity, culture, and diverse perspectives of Hispanic artists in our region; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Voces y Visiones: A Celebration of Hispanic Artists. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Works by Max Whitmarsh
thru Nov. 2; exhibition of a "ghostie" series, the artist having grown up coming to Rozz-Tox horror-film screenings hosted by her dad Jason; Wed.-Fri. 5pm-midnight, Sat. 10am-midnight, Sun. 10am-3pm; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Event Title: Works by Max Whitmarsh. Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. 100 Years of Collecting
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 11; from American and Haitian art to Spanish Colonial works and contemporary photography, the Figge’s collection has grown over the past century thanks to the vision and generosity of private donors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: 100 Years of Collecting. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 4; masterworks on loan from the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art are presented throughout the Figge’s permanent collection galleries; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit 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, October 19, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 12; exhibit of woven artworks by Lucas Berns; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Morrisey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit sau.edu. Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 26; despite their work often being overlooked, women artists developed and worked in abstraction alongside their male counterparts for many decades; in recent years, their contributions have been re-evaluated and these artists have been viewed with a new lens; this exhibition seeks to highlight women in the CRMA collection working in abstraction; their approaches to abstraction vary; some slightly abstract their subject matter, while others move completely away from any recognizable object; each of their abstractions operates on unique emotional and intellectual levels; 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: Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
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, October 19, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Cats!
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 4; the exhibit explores artwork featuring fascinating felines from the museum collection and on loan; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Cats! Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Day of the Dead
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Nov. 30; explore how we celebrate and remember the lives of our lost loved ones through collective traditions, artmaking, and storytelling that are integral parts of this UNESCO World Heritage Day, Dia de los Muertos; a mobile audio tour, in-gallery activities, altar display, and Catrinas in the galleries will all be a part of the ongoing celebration; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Day of the Dead. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Dreams and Reflections of Flower Worlds
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 25; exhibit of Narciso Meneses Elizalde’s collection of colorful polymer clay sculptures celebrating Mesoamerican Indigenous values, cosmovisions, and the ritual specialists who sustain them; Fri. 4-6pm, Sat. noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mail gallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Dreams and Reflections of Flower Worlds. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Fever Dreams: German Expressionism
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 7; Expressionism presents the work of artists active in Europe during the early 20 century, including Käthe Kollwitz, Arthur Segal, and Ludwig Meidner, who put their inner visions to paper in defiance of tradition and political injustice; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fever Dreams: German Expressionism. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
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.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
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, October 19, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Kristin Quinn: Luminous Flux Paintings from the Watershed
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 28; ocal artist and St. Ambrose University professor Quinn's paintings immerse viewers in a luminous, otherworldly landscape of bogs, marshes, rivers, lakes, and endless floating spaces; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Kristin Quinn: Luminous Flux Paintings from the Watershed. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.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, October 19, 2025.
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, October 19, 2025.
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, October 19, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Powerful: The Art of Käthe Kollwitz
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 4; 80 years after her death, the work of German printmaker Käthe Kollwitz continues to strike an emotional chord in the eyes of modern viewers; her expressionist works often dealt with themes of the working class, women, grief, and violence. Her prints highlighted themes of social justice which still feel relevant today; 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: Powerful: The Art of Käthe Kollwitz. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Schwartzkopf, Steckler, & Pesta
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 29; exhibit of furniture and sculpture by John Schwartzkopf, fabric collages by Heather Steckler, and paper collage by Lauren Pesta; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Schwartzkopf, Steckler, & Pesta. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Stewards of Our Story: A Legacy of Leadership at the University of Dubuque
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 31; the display includes presidential portraits and an array of images showcasing UD’s evolving campus – all reminders of the rich tradition and enduring Mission that continue to shape who UD is today; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Stewards of Our Story: A Legacy of Leadership at the University of Dubuque. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.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, October 19, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Voces y Visiones: A Celebration of Hispanic Artists
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 5; a juried group exhibition celebrating the creativity, culture, and diverse perspectives of Hispanic artists in our region; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Voces y Visiones: A Celebration of Hispanic Artists. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Works by Max Whitmarsh
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Nov. 2; exhibition of a "ghostie" series, the artist having grown up coming to Rozz-Tox horror-film screenings hosted by her dad Jason; Wed.-Fri. 5pm-midnight, Sat. 10am-midnight, Sun. 10am-3pm; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Event Title: Works by Max Whitmarsh. Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Soldering Sampler
with instructor Maggie Joynt; this workshop involves the fundamentals of soldering; learn and hone a variety of soldering skills, connecting an open jump ring, adding a ring to another piece, and more; practice both sweat and spot soldering; leave with a variety of samples and a new set of skills; $88; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Soldering Sampler. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Sunday, October 19, 2025, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Soldering Sampler
Classes
with instructor Maggie Joynt; this workshop involves the fundamentals of soldering; learn and hone a variety of soldering skills, connecting an open jump ring, adding a ring to another piece, and more; practice both sweat and spot soldering; leave with a variety of samples and a new set of skills; $88; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Soldering Sampler. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Sunday, October 19, 2025, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. 100 Years of Collecting
thru Jan. 11; from American and Haitian art to Spanish Colonial works and contemporary photography, the Figge’s collection has grown over the past century thanks to the vision and generosity of private donors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: 100 Years of Collecting. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network
thru Jan. 4; masterworks on loan from the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art are presented throughout the Figge’s permanent collection galleries; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper
thru Dec. 12; exhibit of woven artworks by Lucas Berns; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Morrisey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit sau.edu. Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction
thru Oct. 26; despite their work often being overlooked, women artists developed and worked in abstraction alongside their male counterparts for many decades; in recent years, their contributions have been re-evaluated and these artists have been viewed with a new lens; this exhibition seeks to highlight women in the CRMA collection working in abstraction; their approaches to abstraction vary; some slightly abstract their subject matter, while others move completely away from any recognizable object; each of their abstractions operates on unique emotional and intellectual levels; 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: Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Cats!
thru Jan. 4; the exhibit explores artwork featuring fascinating felines from the museum collection and on loan; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Cats! Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Day of the Dead
thru Nov. 30; explore how we celebrate and remember the lives of our lost loved ones through collective traditions, artmaking, and storytelling that are integral parts of this UNESCO World Heritage Day, Dia de los Muertos; a mobile audio tour, in-gallery activities, altar display, and Catrinas in the galleries will all be a part of the ongoing celebration; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Day of the Dead. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Dreams and Reflections of Flower Worlds
thru Oct. 25; exhibit of Narciso Meneses Elizalde’s collection of colorful polymer clay sculptures celebrating Mesoamerican Indigenous values, cosmovisions, and the ritual specialists who sustain them; Fri. 4-6pm, Sat. noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mail gallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Dreams and Reflections of Flower Worlds. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Fever Dreams: German Expressionism
thru Dec. 7; Expressionism presents the work of artists active in Europe during the early 20 century, including Käthe Kollwitz, Arthur Segal, and Ludwig Meidner, who put their inner visions to paper in defiance of tradition and political injustice; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fever Dreams: German Expressionism. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
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.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Kristin Quinn: Luminous Flux Paintings from the Watershed
thru Dec. 28; ocal artist and St. Ambrose University professor Quinn's paintings immerse viewers in a luminous, otherworldly landscape of bogs, marshes, rivers, lakes, and endless floating spaces; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Kristin Quinn: Luminous Flux Paintings from the Watershed. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Lettering and Assemblage: (things I love, my art so far)
thru Dec. 12; exhibit of works by Cheryl Jacobsen; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Lettering and Assemblage: (things I love, my art so far). Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit sau.edu. 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, October 20, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Powerful: The Art of Käthe Kollwitz
thru Jan. 4; 80 years after her death, the work of German printmaker Käthe Kollwitz continues to strike an emotional chord in the eyes of modern viewers; her expressionist works often dealt with themes of the working class, women, grief, and violence. Her prints highlighted themes of social justice which still feel relevant today; 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: Powerful: The Art of Käthe Kollwitz. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Schwartzkopf, Steckler, & Pesta
thru Oct. 29; exhibit of furniture and sculpture by John Schwartzkopf, fabric collages by Heather Steckler, and paper collage by Lauren Pesta; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Schwartzkopf, Steckler, & Pesta. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Stewards of Our Story: A Legacy of Leadership at the University of Dubuque
thru Oct. 31; the display includes presidential portraits and an array of images showcasing UD’s evolving campus – all reminders of the rich tradition and enduring Mission that continue to shape who UD is today; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Stewards of Our Story: A Legacy of Leadership at the University of Dubuque. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.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, October 20, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Voces y Visiones: A Celebration of Hispanic Artists
thru Dec. 5; a juried group exhibition celebrating the creativity, culture, and diverse perspectives of Hispanic artists in our region; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Voces y Visiones: A Celebration of Hispanic Artists. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Works by Max Whitmarsh
thru Nov. 2; exhibition of a "ghostie" series, the artist having grown up coming to Rozz-Tox horror-film screenings hosted by her dad Jason; Wed.-Fri. 5pm-midnight, Sat. 10am-midnight, Sun. 10am-3pm; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Event Title: Works by Max Whitmarsh. Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. 100 Years of Collecting
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 11; from American and Haitian art to Spanish Colonial works and contemporary photography, the Figge’s collection has grown over the past century thanks to the vision and generosity of private donors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: 100 Years of Collecting. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 4; masterworks on loan from the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art are presented throughout the Figge’s permanent collection galleries; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit 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, October 20, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 12; exhibit of woven artworks by Lucas Berns; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Morrisey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit sau.edu. Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 26; despite their work often being overlooked, women artists developed and worked in abstraction alongside their male counterparts for many decades; in recent years, their contributions have been re-evaluated and these artists have been viewed with a new lens; this exhibition seeks to highlight women in the CRMA collection working in abstraction; their approaches to abstraction vary; some slightly abstract their subject matter, while others move completely away from any recognizable object; each of their abstractions operates on unique emotional and intellectual levels; 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: Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
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, October 20, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Cats!
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 4; the exhibit explores artwork featuring fascinating felines from the museum collection and on loan; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Cats! Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Day of the Dead
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Nov. 30; explore how we celebrate and remember the lives of our lost loved ones through collective traditions, artmaking, and storytelling that are integral parts of this UNESCO World Heritage Day, Dia de los Muertos; a mobile audio tour, in-gallery activities, altar display, and Catrinas in the galleries will all be a part of the ongoing celebration; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Day of the Dead. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Dreams and Reflections of Flower Worlds
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 25; exhibit of Narciso Meneses Elizalde’s collection of colorful polymer clay sculptures celebrating Mesoamerican Indigenous values, cosmovisions, and the ritual specialists who sustain them; Fri. 4-6pm, Sat. noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mail gallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Dreams and Reflections of Flower Worlds. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Fever Dreams: German Expressionism
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 7; Expressionism presents the work of artists active in Europe during the early 20 century, including Käthe Kollwitz, Arthur Segal, and Ludwig Meidner, who put their inner visions to paper in defiance of tradition and political injustice; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fever Dreams: German Expressionism. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
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.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
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, October 20, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Kristin Quinn: Luminous Flux Paintings from the Watershed
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 28; ocal artist and St. Ambrose University professor Quinn's paintings immerse viewers in a luminous, otherworldly landscape of bogs, marshes, rivers, lakes, and endless floating spaces; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Kristin Quinn: Luminous Flux Paintings from the Watershed. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Lettering and Assemblage: (things I love, my art so far)
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 12; exhibit of works by Cheryl Jacobsen; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Lettering and Assemblage: (things I love, my art so far). Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit sau.edu. 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, October 20, 2025.
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, October 20, 2025.
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, October 20, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Powerful: The Art of Käthe Kollwitz
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 4; 80 years after her death, the work of German printmaker Käthe Kollwitz continues to strike an emotional chord in the eyes of modern viewers; her expressionist works often dealt with themes of the working class, women, grief, and violence. Her prints highlighted themes of social justice which still feel relevant today; 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: Powerful: The Art of Käthe Kollwitz. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Schwartzkopf, Steckler, & Pesta
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 29; exhibit of furniture and sculpture by John Schwartzkopf, fabric collages by Heather Steckler, and paper collage by Lauren Pesta; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Schwartzkopf, Steckler, & Pesta. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Stewards of Our Story: A Legacy of Leadership at the University of Dubuque
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 31; the display includes presidential portraits and an array of images showcasing UD’s evolving campus – all reminders of the rich tradition and enduring Mission that continue to shape who UD is today; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Stewards of Our Story: A Legacy of Leadership at the University of Dubuque. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.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, October 20, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Voces y Visiones: A Celebration of Hispanic Artists
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 5; a juried group exhibition celebrating the creativity, culture, and diverse perspectives of Hispanic artists in our region; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Voces y Visiones: A Celebration of Hispanic Artists. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Works by Max Whitmarsh
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Nov. 2; exhibition of a "ghostie" series, the artist having grown up coming to Rozz-Tox horror-film screenings hosted by her dad Jason; Wed.-Fri. 5pm-midnight, Sat. 10am-midnight, Sun. 10am-3pm; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Event Title: Works by Max Whitmarsh. Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Ugly Quilts
on Mondays; volunteer group; no sewing experience necessary; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, October 20, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Adult Knitting Circle
whether you are in the middle of a project or looking to start something new, this club is open to anyone who wants to work on a fiber arts project among fellow crafters; select knitting needles, crochet hooks, yarns, and patterns will be available for use during the program; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Adult Knitting Circle. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, October 20, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Adult Knitting Circle
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
whether you are in the middle of a project or looking to start something new, this club is open to anyone who wants to work on a fiber arts project among fellow crafters; select knitting needles, crochet hooks, yarns, and patterns will be available for use during the program; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Adult Knitting Circle. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, October 20, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. 100 Years of Collecting
thru Jan. 11; from American and Haitian art to Spanish Colonial works and contemporary photography, the Figge’s collection has grown over the past century thanks to the vision and generosity of private donors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: 100 Years of Collecting. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network
thru Jan. 4; masterworks on loan from the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art are presented throughout the Figge’s permanent collection galleries; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper
thru Dec. 12; exhibit of woven artworks by Lucas Berns; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Morrisey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit sau.edu. Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction
thru Oct. 26; despite their work often being overlooked, women artists developed and worked in abstraction alongside their male counterparts for many decades; in recent years, their contributions have been re-evaluated and these artists have been viewed with a new lens; this exhibition seeks to highlight women in the CRMA collection working in abstraction; their approaches to abstraction vary; some slightly abstract their subject matter, while others move completely away from any recognizable object; each of their abstractions operates on unique emotional and intellectual levels; 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: Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Cats!
thru Jan. 4; the exhibit explores artwork featuring fascinating felines from the museum collection and on loan; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Cats! Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Day of the Dead
thru Nov. 30; explore how we celebrate and remember the lives of our lost loved ones through collective traditions, artmaking, and storytelling that are integral parts of this UNESCO World Heritage Day, Dia de los Muertos; a mobile audio tour, in-gallery activities, altar display, and Catrinas in the galleries will all be a part of the ongoing celebration; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Day of the Dead. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Dreams and Reflections of Flower Worlds
thru Oct. 25; exhibit of Narciso Meneses Elizalde’s collection of colorful polymer clay sculptures celebrating Mesoamerican Indigenous values, cosmovisions, and the ritual specialists who sustain them; Fri. 4-6pm, Sat. noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mail gallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Dreams and Reflections of Flower Worlds. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Fever Dreams: German Expressionism
thru Dec. 7; Expressionism presents the work of artists active in Europe during the early 20 century, including Käthe Kollwitz, Arthur Segal, and Ludwig Meidner, who put their inner visions to paper in defiance of tradition and political injustice; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fever Dreams: German Expressionism. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
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.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Kristin Quinn: Luminous Flux Paintings from the Watershed
thru Dec. 28; ocal artist and St. Ambrose University professor Quinn's paintings immerse viewers in a luminous, otherworldly landscape of bogs, marshes, rivers, lakes, and endless floating spaces; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Kristin Quinn: Luminous Flux Paintings from the Watershed. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Lettering and Assemblage: (things I love, my art so far)
thru Dec. 12; exhibit of works by Cheryl Jacobsen; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Lettering and Assemblage: (things I love, my art so far). Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit sau.edu. 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, October 21, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Powerful: The Art of Käthe Kollwitz
thru Jan. 4; 80 years after her death, the work of German printmaker Käthe Kollwitz continues to strike an emotional chord in the eyes of modern viewers; her expressionist works often dealt with themes of the working class, women, grief, and violence. Her prints highlighted themes of social justice which still feel relevant today; 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: Powerful: The Art of Käthe Kollwitz. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Schwartzkopf, Steckler, & Pesta
thru Oct. 29; exhibit of furniture and sculpture by John Schwartzkopf, fabric collages by Heather Steckler, and paper collage by Lauren Pesta; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Schwartzkopf, Steckler, & Pesta. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Stewards of Our Story: A Legacy of Leadership at the University of Dubuque
thru Oct. 31; the display includes presidential portraits and an array of images showcasing UD’s evolving campus – all reminders of the rich tradition and enduring Mission that continue to shape who UD is today; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Stewards of Our Story: A Legacy of Leadership at the University of Dubuque. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.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, October 21, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Voces y Visiones: A Celebration of Hispanic Artists
thru Dec. 5; a juried group exhibition celebrating the creativity, culture, and diverse perspectives of Hispanic artists in our region; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Voces y Visiones: A Celebration of Hispanic Artists. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Works by Max Whitmarsh
thru Nov. 2; exhibition of a "ghostie" series, the artist having grown up coming to Rozz-Tox horror-film screenings hosted by her dad Jason; Wed.-Fri. 5pm-midnight, Sat. 10am-midnight, Sun. 10am-3pm; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Event Title: Works by Max Whitmarsh. Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. 100 Years of Collecting
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 11; from American and Haitian art to Spanish Colonial works and contemporary photography, the Figge’s collection has grown over the past century thanks to the vision and generosity of private donors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: 100 Years of Collecting. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 4; masterworks on loan from the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art are presented throughout the Figge’s permanent collection galleries; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit 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, October 21, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 12; exhibit of woven artworks by Lucas Berns; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Morrisey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit sau.edu. Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 26; despite their work often being overlooked, women artists developed and worked in abstraction alongside their male counterparts for many decades; in recent years, their contributions have been re-evaluated and these artists have been viewed with a new lens; this exhibition seeks to highlight women in the CRMA collection working in abstraction; their approaches to abstraction vary; some slightly abstract their subject matter, while others move completely away from any recognizable object; each of their abstractions operates on unique emotional and intellectual levels; 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: Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
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, October 21, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Cats!
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 4; the exhibit explores artwork featuring fascinating felines from the museum collection and on loan; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Cats! Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Day of the Dead
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Nov. 30; explore how we celebrate and remember the lives of our lost loved ones through collective traditions, artmaking, and storytelling that are integral parts of this UNESCO World Heritage Day, Dia de los Muertos; a mobile audio tour, in-gallery activities, altar display, and Catrinas in the galleries will all be a part of the ongoing celebration; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Day of the Dead. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Dreams and Reflections of Flower Worlds
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 25; exhibit of Narciso Meneses Elizalde’s collection of colorful polymer clay sculptures celebrating Mesoamerican Indigenous values, cosmovisions, and the ritual specialists who sustain them; Fri. 4-6pm, Sat. noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mail gallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Dreams and Reflections of Flower Worlds. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Fever Dreams: German Expressionism
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 7; Expressionism presents the work of artists active in Europe during the early 20 century, including Käthe Kollwitz, Arthur Segal, and Ludwig Meidner, who put their inner visions to paper in defiance of tradition and political injustice; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fever Dreams: German Expressionism. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
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.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
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, October 21, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Kristin Quinn: Luminous Flux Paintings from the Watershed
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 28; ocal artist and St. Ambrose University professor Quinn's paintings immerse viewers in a luminous, otherworldly landscape of bogs, marshes, rivers, lakes, and endless floating spaces; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Kristin Quinn: Luminous Flux Paintings from the Watershed. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Lettering and Assemblage: (things I love, my art so far)
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 12; exhibit of works by Cheryl Jacobsen; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Lettering and Assemblage: (things I love, my art so far). Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit sau.edu. 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, October 21, 2025.
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, October 21, 2025.
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, October 21, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Powerful: The Art of Käthe Kollwitz
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 4; 80 years after her death, the work of German printmaker Käthe Kollwitz continues to strike an emotional chord in the eyes of modern viewers; her expressionist works often dealt with themes of the working class, women, grief, and violence. Her prints highlighted themes of social justice which still feel relevant today; 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: Powerful: The Art of Käthe Kollwitz. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Schwartzkopf, Steckler, & Pesta
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 29; exhibit of furniture and sculpture by John Schwartzkopf, fabric collages by Heather Steckler, and paper collage by Lauren Pesta; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Schwartzkopf, Steckler, & Pesta. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Stewards of Our Story: A Legacy of Leadership at the University of Dubuque
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 31; the display includes presidential portraits and an array of images showcasing UD’s evolving campus – all reminders of the rich tradition and enduring Mission that continue to shape who UD is today; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Stewards of Our Story: A Legacy of Leadership at the University of Dubuque. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.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, October 21, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Voces y Visiones: A Celebration of Hispanic Artists
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 5; a juried group exhibition celebrating the creativity, culture, and diverse perspectives of Hispanic artists in our region; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Voces y Visiones: A Celebration of Hispanic Artists. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Works by Max Whitmarsh
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Nov. 2; exhibition of a "ghostie" series, the artist having grown up coming to Rozz-Tox horror-film screenings hosted by her dad Jason; Wed.-Fri. 5pm-midnight, Sat. 10am-midnight, Sun. 10am-3pm; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Event Title: Works by Max Whitmarsh. Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Baroque Cabochon Bracelet
with instructor Karen Kubby; using 2-hole cabochon beads and SuperDuos, learn to create an oval component; the components include Toho round seed beads and Czech fire polish beads; sew components together to form a beautiful bracelet; no experience needed; $35 instructor fee to Kirkwood/$38 materials fee to Beadology Iowa; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Baroque Cabochon Bracelet. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Baroque Cabochon Bracelet
Classes
with instructor Karen Kubby; using 2-hole cabochon beads and SuperDuos, learn to create an oval component; the components include Toho round seed beads and Czech fire polish beads; sew components together to form a beautiful bracelet; $35 instructor fee to Kirkwood/$38 materials fee to Beadology Iowa; no experience needed; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Baroque Cabochon Bracelet. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. 100 Years of Collecting
thru Jan. 11; from American and Haitian art to Spanish Colonial works and contemporary photography, the Figge’s collection has grown over the past century thanks to the vision and generosity of private donors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: 100 Years of Collecting. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network
thru Jan. 4; masterworks on loan from the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art are presented throughout the Figge’s permanent collection galleries; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper
thru Dec. 12; exhibit of woven artworks by Lucas Berns; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Morrisey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit sau.edu. Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction
thru Oct. 26; despite their work often being overlooked, women artists developed and worked in abstraction alongside their male counterparts for many decades; in recent years, their contributions have been re-evaluated and these artists have been viewed with a new lens; this exhibition seeks to highlight women in the CRMA collection working in abstraction; their approaches to abstraction vary; some slightly abstract their subject matter, while others move completely away from any recognizable object; each of their abstractions operates on unique emotional and intellectual levels; 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: Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Cats!
thru Jan. 4; the exhibit explores artwork featuring fascinating felines from the museum collection and on loan; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Cats! Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Day of the Dead
thru Nov. 30; explore how we celebrate and remember the lives of our lost loved ones through collective traditions, artmaking, and storytelling that are integral parts of this UNESCO World Heritage Day, Dia de los Muertos; a mobile audio tour, in-gallery activities, altar display, and Catrinas in the galleries will all be a part of the ongoing celebration; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Day of the Dead. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Dreams and Reflections of Flower Worlds
thru Oct. 25; exhibit of Narciso Meneses Elizalde’s collection of colorful polymer clay sculptures celebrating Mesoamerican Indigenous values, cosmovisions, and the ritual specialists who sustain them; Fri. 4-6pm, Sat. noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mail gallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Dreams and Reflections of Flower Worlds. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Fever Dreams: German Expressionism
thru Dec. 7; Expressionism presents the work of artists active in Europe during the early 20 century, including Käthe Kollwitz, Arthur Segal, and Ludwig Meidner, who put their inner visions to paper in defiance of tradition and political injustice; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fever Dreams: German Expressionism. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
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.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Kristin Quinn: Luminous Flux Paintings from the Watershed
thru Dec. 28; ocal artist and St. Ambrose University professor Quinn's paintings immerse viewers in a luminous, otherworldly landscape of bogs, marshes, rivers, lakes, and endless floating spaces; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Kristin Quinn: Luminous Flux Paintings from the Watershed. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Lettering and Assemblage: (things I love, my art so far)
thru Dec. 12; exhibit of works by Cheryl Jacobsen; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Lettering and Assemblage: (things I love, my art so far). Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit sau.edu. 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, October 22, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Powerful: The Art of Käthe Kollwitz
thru Jan. 4; 80 years after her death, the work of German printmaker Käthe Kollwitz continues to strike an emotional chord in the eyes of modern viewers; her expressionist works often dealt with themes of the working class, women, grief, and violence. Her prints highlighted themes of social justice which still feel relevant today; 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: Powerful: The Art of Käthe Kollwitz. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Schwartzkopf, Steckler, & Pesta
thru Oct. 29; exhibit of furniture and sculpture by John Schwartzkopf, fabric collages by Heather Steckler, and paper collage by Lauren Pesta; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Schwartzkopf, Steckler, & Pesta. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Stewards of Our Story: A Legacy of Leadership at the University of Dubuque
thru Oct. 31; the display includes presidential portraits and an array of images showcasing UD’s evolving campus – all reminders of the rich tradition and enduring Mission that continue to shape who UD is today; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Stewards of Our Story: A Legacy of Leadership at the University of Dubuque. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.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, October 22, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Voces y Visiones: A Celebration of Hispanic Artists
thru Dec. 5; a juried group exhibition celebrating the creativity, culture, and diverse perspectives of Hispanic artists in our region; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Voces y Visiones: A Celebration of Hispanic Artists. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Works by Max Whitmarsh
thru Nov. 2; exhibition of a "ghostie" series, the artist having grown up coming to Rozz-Tox horror-film screenings hosted by her dad Jason; Wed.-Fri. 5pm-midnight, Sat. 10am-midnight, Sun. 10am-3pm; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Event Title: Works by Max Whitmarsh. Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. 100 Years of Collecting
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 11; from American and Haitian art to Spanish Colonial works and contemporary photography, the Figge’s collection has grown over the past century thanks to the vision and generosity of private donors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: 100 Years of Collecting. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 4; masterworks on loan from the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art are presented throughout the Figge’s permanent collection galleries; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit 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, October 22, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 12; exhibit of woven artworks by Lucas Berns; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Morrisey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit sau.edu. Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 26; despite their work often being overlooked, women artists developed and worked in abstraction alongside their male counterparts for many decades; in recent years, their contributions have been re-evaluated and these artists have been viewed with a new lens; this exhibition seeks to highlight women in the CRMA collection working in abstraction; their approaches to abstraction vary; some slightly abstract their subject matter, while others move completely away from any recognizable object; each of their abstractions operates on unique emotional and intellectual levels; 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: Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
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, October 22, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Cats!
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 4; the exhibit explores artwork featuring fascinating felines from the museum collection and on loan; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Cats! Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Day of the Dead
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Nov. 30; explore how we celebrate and remember the lives of our lost loved ones through collective traditions, artmaking, and storytelling that are integral parts of this UNESCO World Heritage Day, Dia de los Muertos; a mobile audio tour, in-gallery activities, altar display, and Catrinas in the galleries will all be a part of the ongoing celebration; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Day of the Dead. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Dreams and Reflections of Flower Worlds
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 25; exhibit of Narciso Meneses Elizalde’s collection of colorful polymer clay sculptures celebrating Mesoamerican Indigenous values, cosmovisions, and the ritual specialists who sustain them; Fri. 4-6pm, Sat. noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mail gallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Dreams and Reflections of Flower Worlds. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Fever Dreams: German Expressionism
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 7; Expressionism presents the work of artists active in Europe during the early 20 century, including Käthe Kollwitz, Arthur Segal, and Ludwig Meidner, who put their inner visions to paper in defiance of tradition and political injustice; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fever Dreams: German Expressionism. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
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.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
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, October 22, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Kristin Quinn: Luminous Flux Paintings from the Watershed
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 28; ocal artist and St. Ambrose University professor Quinn's paintings immerse viewers in a luminous, otherworldly landscape of bogs, marshes, rivers, lakes, and endless floating spaces; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Kristin Quinn: Luminous Flux Paintings from the Watershed. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Lettering and Assemblage: (things I love, my art so far)
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 12; exhibit of works by Cheryl Jacobsen; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Lettering and Assemblage: (things I love, my art so far). Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit sau.edu. 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, October 22, 2025.
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, October 22, 2025.
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, October 22, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Powerful: The Art of Käthe Kollwitz
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 4; 80 years after her death, the work of German printmaker Käthe Kollwitz continues to strike an emotional chord in the eyes of modern viewers; her expressionist works often dealt with themes of the working class, women, grief, and violence. Her prints highlighted themes of social justice which still feel relevant today; 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: Powerful: The Art of Käthe Kollwitz. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Schwartzkopf, Steckler, & Pesta
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 29; exhibit of furniture and sculpture by John Schwartzkopf, fabric collages by Heather Steckler, and paper collage by Lauren Pesta; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Schwartzkopf, Steckler, & Pesta. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Stewards of Our Story: A Legacy of Leadership at the University of Dubuque
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 31; the display includes presidential portraits and an array of images showcasing UD’s evolving campus – all reminders of the rich tradition and enduring Mission that continue to shape who UD is today; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Stewards of Our Story: A Legacy of Leadership at the University of Dubuque. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.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, October 22, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Voces y Visiones: A Celebration of Hispanic Artists
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 5; a juried group exhibition celebrating the creativity, culture, and diverse perspectives of Hispanic artists in our region; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Voces y Visiones: A Celebration of Hispanic Artists. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Works by Max Whitmarsh
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Nov. 2; exhibition of a "ghostie" series, the artist having grown up coming to Rozz-Tox horror-film screenings hosted by her dad Jason; Wed.-Fri. 5pm-midnight, Sat. 10am-midnight, Sun. 10am-3pm; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Event Title: Works by Max Whitmarsh. Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. 100 Years of Collecting
thru Jan. 11; from American and Haitian art to Spanish Colonial works and contemporary photography, the Figge’s collection has grown over the past century thanks to the vision and generosity of private donors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: 100 Years of Collecting. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network
thru Jan. 4; masterworks on loan from the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art are presented throughout the Figge’s permanent collection galleries; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper
thru Dec. 12; exhibit of woven artworks by Lucas Berns; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Morrisey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit sau.edu. Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction
thru Oct. 26; despite their work often being overlooked, women artists developed and worked in abstraction alongside their male counterparts for many decades; in recent years, their contributions have been re-evaluated and these artists have been viewed with a new lens; this exhibition seeks to highlight women in the CRMA collection working in abstraction; their approaches to abstraction vary; some slightly abstract their subject matter, while others move completely away from any recognizable object; each of their abstractions operates on unique emotional and intellectual levels; 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: Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Cats!
thru Jan. 4; the exhibit explores artwork featuring fascinating felines from the museum collection and on loan; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Cats! Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Day of the Dead
thru Nov. 30; explore how we celebrate and remember the lives of our lost loved ones through collective traditions, artmaking, and storytelling that are integral parts of this UNESCO World Heritage Day, Dia de los Muertos; a mobile audio tour, in-gallery activities, altar display, and Catrinas in the galleries will all be a part of the ongoing celebration; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Day of the Dead. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Dreams and Reflections of Flower Worlds
thru Oct. 25; exhibit of Narciso Meneses Elizalde’s collection of colorful polymer clay sculptures celebrating Mesoamerican Indigenous values, cosmovisions, and the ritual specialists who sustain them; Fri. 4-6pm, Sat. noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mail gallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Dreams and Reflections of Flower Worlds. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Fever Dreams: German Expressionism
thru Dec. 7; Expressionism presents the work of artists active in Europe during the early 20 century, including Käthe Kollwitz, Arthur Segal, and Ludwig Meidner, who put their inner visions to paper in defiance of tradition and political injustice; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fever Dreams: German Expressionism. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
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.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Kristin Quinn: Luminous Flux Paintings from the Watershed
thru Dec. 28; ocal artist and St. Ambrose University professor Quinn's paintings immerse viewers in a luminous, otherworldly landscape of bogs, marshes, rivers, lakes, and endless floating spaces; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Kristin Quinn: Luminous Flux Paintings from the Watershed. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Lettering and Assemblage: (things I love, my art so far)
thru Dec. 12; exhibit of works by Cheryl Jacobsen; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Lettering and Assemblage: (things I love, my art so far). Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit sau.edu. 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, October 23, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Powerful: The Art of Käthe Kollwitz
thru Jan. 4; 80 years after her death, the work of German printmaker Käthe Kollwitz continues to strike an emotional chord in the eyes of modern viewers; her expressionist works often dealt with themes of the working class, women, grief, and violence. Her prints highlighted themes of social justice which still feel relevant today; 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: Powerful: The Art of Käthe Kollwitz. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Schwartzkopf, Steckler, & Pesta
thru Oct. 29; exhibit of furniture and sculpture by John Schwartzkopf, fabric collages by Heather Steckler, and paper collage by Lauren Pesta; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Schwartzkopf, Steckler, & Pesta. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Stewards of Our Story: A Legacy of Leadership at the University of Dubuque
thru Oct. 31; the display includes presidential portraits and an array of images showcasing UD’s evolving campus – all reminders of the rich tradition and enduring Mission that continue to shape who UD is today; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Stewards of Our Story: A Legacy of Leadership at the University of Dubuque. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.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, October 23, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Voces y Visiones: A Celebration of Hispanic Artists
thru Dec. 5; a juried group exhibition celebrating the creativity, culture, and diverse perspectives of Hispanic artists in our region; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Voces y Visiones: A Celebration of Hispanic Artists. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Works by Max Whitmarsh
thru Nov. 2; exhibition of a "ghostie" series, the artist having grown up coming to Rozz-Tox horror-film screenings hosted by her dad Jason; Wed.-Fri. 5pm-midnight, Sat. 10am-midnight, Sun. 10am-3pm; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Event Title: Works by Max Whitmarsh. Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. 100 Years of Collecting
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 11; from American and Haitian art to Spanish Colonial works and contemporary photography, the Figge’s collection has grown over the past century thanks to the vision and generosity of private donors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: 100 Years of Collecting. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 4; masterworks on loan from the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art are presented throughout the Figge’s permanent collection galleries; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit 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, October 23, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 12; exhibit of woven artworks by Lucas Berns; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Morrisey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit sau.edu. Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 26; despite their work often being overlooked, women artists developed and worked in abstraction alongside their male counterparts for many decades; in recent years, their contributions have been re-evaluated and these artists have been viewed with a new lens; this exhibition seeks to highlight women in the CRMA collection working in abstraction; their approaches to abstraction vary; some slightly abstract their subject matter, while others move completely away from any recognizable object; each of their abstractions operates on unique emotional and intellectual levels; 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: Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
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, October 23, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Cats!
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 4; the exhibit explores artwork featuring fascinating felines from the museum collection and on loan; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Cats! Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Day of the Dead
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Nov. 30; explore how we celebrate and remember the lives of our lost loved ones through collective traditions, artmaking, and storytelling that are integral parts of this UNESCO World Heritage Day, Dia de los Muertos; a mobile audio tour, in-gallery activities, altar display, and Catrinas in the galleries will all be a part of the ongoing celebration; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Day of the Dead. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Dreams and Reflections of Flower Worlds
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 25; exhibit of Narciso Meneses Elizalde’s collection of colorful polymer clay sculptures celebrating Mesoamerican Indigenous values, cosmovisions, and the ritual specialists who sustain them; Fri. 4-6pm, Sat. noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mail gallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Dreams and Reflections of Flower Worlds. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Fever Dreams: German Expressionism
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 7; Expressionism presents the work of artists active in Europe during the early 20 century, including Käthe Kollwitz, Arthur Segal, and Ludwig Meidner, who put their inner visions to paper in defiance of tradition and political injustice; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fever Dreams: German Expressionism. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
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.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
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, October 23, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Kristin Quinn: Luminous Flux Paintings from the Watershed
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 28; ocal artist and St. Ambrose University professor Quinn's paintings immerse viewers in a luminous, otherworldly landscape of bogs, marshes, rivers, lakes, and endless floating spaces; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Kristin Quinn: Luminous Flux Paintings from the Watershed. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Lettering and Assemblage: (things I love, my art so far)
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 12; exhibit of works by Cheryl Jacobsen; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Lettering and Assemblage: (things I love, my art so far). Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit sau.edu. 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, October 23, 2025.
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, October 23, 2025.
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, October 23, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Powerful: The Art of Käthe Kollwitz
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 4; 80 years after her death, the work of German printmaker Käthe Kollwitz continues to strike an emotional chord in the eyes of modern viewers; her expressionist works often dealt with themes of the working class, women, grief, and violence. Her prints highlighted themes of social justice which still feel relevant today; 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: Powerful: The Art of Käthe Kollwitz. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Schwartzkopf, Steckler, & Pesta
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 29; exhibit of furniture and sculpture by John Schwartzkopf, fabric collages by Heather Steckler, and paper collage by Lauren Pesta; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Schwartzkopf, Steckler, & Pesta. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Stewards of Our Story: A Legacy of Leadership at the University of Dubuque
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 31; the display includes presidential portraits and an array of images showcasing UD’s evolving campus – all reminders of the rich tradition and enduring Mission that continue to shape who UD is today; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Stewards of Our Story: A Legacy of Leadership at the University of Dubuque. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.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, October 23, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Voces y Visiones: A Celebration of Hispanic Artists
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 5; a juried group exhibition celebrating the creativity, culture, and diverse perspectives of Hispanic artists in our region; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Voces y Visiones: A Celebration of Hispanic Artists. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Works by Max Whitmarsh
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Nov. 2; exhibition of a "ghostie" series, the artist having grown up coming to Rozz-Tox horror-film screenings hosted by her dad Jason; Wed.-Fri. 5pm-midnight, Sat. 10am-midnight, Sun. 10am-3pm; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Event Title: Works by Max Whitmarsh. Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Q&A and Reception for Lettering and Assemblage: (things I love, my art so far)
held in conjunction with the exhibit of works by Cheryl Jacobsen; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Q&A and Reception for Lettering and Assemblage: (things I love, my art so far). Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit sau.edu. Q&A and Reception for Lettering and Assemblage: (things I love, my art so far)
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
held in conjunction with the exhibit of works by Cheryl Jacobsen; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Q&A and Reception for Lettering and Assemblage: (things I love, my art so far). Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit sau.edu. Scholar Talk: Cats!
learn more about cats with this scholar talk, featuring Dr. Amy Freund and Dr. Michael Yonan; this program is being held in conjunction with the "Cats!" exhibition that is currently on view; 5pm Figge bar open with food available (no cards), 6pm program; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Scholar Talk: Cats! Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Scholar Talk: Cats!
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
learn more about cats with this scholar talk, featuring Dr. Amy Freund and Dr. Michael Yonan; this program is being held in conjunction with the "Cats!" exhibition that is currently on view; 5pm Figge bar open with food available (no cards), 6pm program; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Scholar Talk: Cats! Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Portrait Painting Demonstration with Lisa Towers
this demonstration will be open to the public with seats reserved for students enrolled in the Oct. 24-26 workshop; Lisa Towers has been teaching art for almost 30 years; she learned the craft of portrait painting from Michael Shane Neal, protégé of Everett Raymond Kinstler (painter of American presidents).
Event Title: Portrait Painting Demonstration with Lisa Towers. Venue: Voices Studios.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Voices Studios.
For more info visit voicesstudios.org. Portrait Painting Demonstration with Lisa Towers
Classes
this demonstration will be open to the public with seats reserved for students enrolled in the Oct. 24-26 workshop; Lisa Towers has been teaching art for almost 30 years; she learned the craft of portrait painting from Michael Shane Neal, protégé of Everett Raymond Kinstler (painter of American presidents).
Event Title: Portrait Painting Demonstration with Lisa Towers. Venue: Voices Studios.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Voices Studios.
For more info visit voicesstudios.org.