A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space
thru Aug. 20; artists Maggie Adams and Aykeem Spivey demonstrate how, in this period of incubation, black-or-white thinking is disrupted by a bold labor of love; for information, contact Jennifer Ong at jennigerong@augustana.edu.
Event Title: Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space. Venue: Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit www.augustana.edu. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art is the Word: Text in Art
thru May 17; the exhibition invites the viewer to consider how text appears in art and the impact it can have; 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: Art is the Word: Text in Art. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa
thru May 29; this all-Iowa, open call, juried art exhibition highlights the talented artists working in fiber in the state, drawing attention to the rich variety, conceptual prowess and technical skill of their work; artists are invited to submit up to three works available for display; the submitted artworks must be rooted in fiber or utilize textile techniques but may include additional materials; this includes, but is not limited to, quilting, weaving, needle arts, felting, textile-based sculpture, dyeing, etc. or any combination thereof; the work may encompass any
approach from representational to abstract; traditional or functional, to avant-garde; no entry fee; for information, call 319-366-7503; submit entries to jjessen@crma.org.
Event Title: Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition
thru Apr. 11; GALEX is the combination of the words Galesburg and Exhibition; what began as a regional exhibition has grown into a national competition/exhibition celebrating its 59th year; open to artists working in all mediums, this year's juror, Ruth Lantz, will award over $2,500 in prizes choosing over 70+ works for the exhibition.
Event Title: Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition. Venue: Galesburg Community Arts Center.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Galesburg Community Arts Center.
For more info visit www.galesburgarts.org. Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder
thru Apr. 27; exhibit of metal and fiber sculpture by Amanda Langer, encaustics by Cindy Lesperance, and Japanese tiles by Nick Schroeder; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder. Venue: Quad City Arts Art @ the Airport.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner
thru Apr. 24; the work in this exhibition reflects a busy life, but one filled with art and visual experience, found out of the corner of the eye and drawn while on break, sitting in the grass; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. 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, March 25, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Muddling Through
thru Apr. 11; a mixed media installation from Iowa artist Mirzam Perez; the exhibit brings together sculpture and mixed media to explore resilience, identity, and the quiet labor of endurance through both personal and collective experience; Fridays 4-6pm, Saturdays noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mailgallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Muddling Through. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight
thru Aug. 2; the exhibit features the work of internationally acclaimed artist Singletary and tells the story of Raven, an important trickster figure in Tlingit culture who transformed the world, bringing light to people via the stars, moon, and sun; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman
thru Aug. 16; Dara Birnbaum assembles scenes from the 1970s Wonder Woman television series starring Lynda Carter; throughout the video, Wonder Woman spins, transforming again and again from her alter ego, Diana Prince, into the Amazonian superheroine; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. 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, March 25, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Tongue + Groove
thru Apr. 24; the exhibit culls through artists Lisa Lofgren's and Matt Erickson's archive of shared studios, shared experiences, and shared life over the last 15 years; Mon.-Thu. 9am-4pm; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Tongue + Groove. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects
thru Apr. 3; exhibit of mixed media assemblage; located on the first floor of Building 4 at the Quad-Cities Campus; free; for information, email ArtDesign@bhc.edu.
Event Title: Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf
thru March 29; this annual, fan-favorite exhibition features student artwork from 8 local school districts, supporting local art education; this imaginative whirlwind of art changes every two weeks, complete with 76 frames, hundreds of student artworks, and Sunday student recognition receptions, featuring free admission thanks to our generous sponsors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa
Calls For Entry
thru May 29; this all-Iowa, open call, juried art exhibition highlights the talented artists working in fiber in the state, drawing attention to the rich variety, conceptual prowess and technical skill of their work; artists are invited to submit up to three works available for display; the submitted artworks must be rooted in fiber or utilize textile techniques but may include additional materials; this includes, but is not limited to, quilting, weaving, needle arts, felting, textile-based sculpture, dyeing, etc. or any combination thereof; the work may encompass any
approach from representational to abstract; traditional or functional, to avant-garde; no entry fee; for information, call 319-366-7503; submit entries to jjessen@crma.org.
Event Title: Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 20; artists Maggie Adams and Aykeem Spivey demonstrate how, in this period of incubation, black-or-white thinking is disrupted by a bold labor of love; for information, contact Jennifer Ong at jennigerong@augustana.edu.
Event Title: Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space. Venue: Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit www.augustana.edu. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Art is the Word: Text in Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru May 17; the exhibition invites the viewer to consider how text appears in art and the impact it can have; 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: Art is the Word: Text in Art. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 11; GALEX is the combination of the words Galesburg and Exhibition; what began as a regional exhibition has grown into a national competition/exhibition celebrating its 59th year; open to artists working in all mediums, this year's juror, Ruth Lantz, will award over $2,500 in prizes choosing over 70+ works for the exhibition.
Event Title: Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition. Venue: Galesburg Community Arts Center.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Galesburg Community Arts Center.
For more info visit www.galesburgarts.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, March 25, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 27; exhibit of metal and fiber sculpture by Amanda Langer, encaustics by Cindy Lesperance, and Japanese tiles by Nick Schroeder; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder. Venue: Quad City Arts Art @ the Airport.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 24; the work in this exhibition reflects a busy life, but one filled with art and visual experience, found out of the corner of the eye and drawn while on break, sitting in the grass; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. 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, March 25, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Muddling Through
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 11; a mixed media installation from Iowa artist Mirzam Perez; the exhibit brings together sculpture and mixed media to explore resilience, identity, and the quiet labor of endurance through both personal and collective experience; Fridays 4-6pm, Saturdays noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mailgallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Muddling Through. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 2; the exhibit features the work of internationally acclaimed artist Singletary and tells the story of Raven, an important trickster figure in Tlingit culture who transformed the world, bringing light to people via the stars, moon, and sun; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 16; Dara Birnbaum assembles scenes from the 1970s Wonder Woman television series starring Lynda Carter; throughout the video, Wonder Woman spins, transforming again and again from her alter ego, Diana Prince, into the Amazonian superheroine; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. 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, March 25, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Tongue + Groove
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 24; the exhibit culls through artists Lisa Lofgren's and Matt Erickson's archive of shared studios, shared experiences, and shared life over the last 15 years; Mon.-Thu. 9am-4pm; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Tongue + Groove. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 3; exhibit of mixed media assemblage; located on the first floor of Building 4 at the Quad-Cities Campus; free; for information, email ArtDesign@bhc.edu.
Event Title: Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru March 29; this annual, fan-favorite exhibition features student artwork from 8 local school districts, supporting local art education; this imaginative whirlwind of art changes every two weeks, complete with 76 frames, hundreds of student artworks, and Sunday student recognition receptions, featuring free admission thanks to our generous sponsors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Intuitive Painting with Atticus
with instructor Atticus Norman; students will be encouraged to get out of their mind and into their body, creating their own unique masterpiece by allowing their paint to simply flow onto their canvas; there are no right or wrong techniques within this class; only the chance to experiment and play with your chosen imagery, shapes, and colors; $15; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Intuitive Painting with Atticus. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Intuitive Painting with Atticus
Classes
with instructor Atticus Norman; students will be encouraged to get out of their mind and into their body, creating their own unique masterpiece by allowing their paint to simply flow onto their canvas; there are no right or wrong techniques within this class; only the chance to experiment and play with your chosen imagery, shapes, and colors; $15; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Intuitive Painting with Atticus. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space
thru Aug. 20; artists Maggie Adams and Aykeem Spivey demonstrate how, in this period of incubation, black-or-white thinking is disrupted by a bold labor of love; for information, contact Jennifer Ong at jennigerong@augustana.edu.
Event Title: Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space. Venue: Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit www.augustana.edu. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art is the Word: Text in Art
thru May 17; the exhibition invites the viewer to consider how text appears in art and the impact it can have; 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: Art is the Word: Text in Art. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa
thru May 29; this all-Iowa, open call, juried art exhibition highlights the talented artists working in fiber in the state, drawing attention to the rich variety, conceptual prowess and technical skill of their work; artists are invited to submit up to three works available for display; the submitted artworks must be rooted in fiber or utilize textile techniques but may include additional materials; this includes, but is not limited to, quilting, weaving, needle arts, felting, textile-based sculpture, dyeing, etc. or any combination thereof; the work may encompass any
approach from representational to abstract; traditional or functional, to avant-garde; no entry fee; for information, call 319-366-7503; submit entries to jjessen@crma.org.
Event Title: Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition
thru Apr. 11; GALEX is the combination of the words Galesburg and Exhibition; what began as a regional exhibition has grown into a national competition/exhibition celebrating its 59th year; open to artists working in all mediums, this year's juror, Ruth Lantz, will award over $2,500 in prizes choosing over 70+ works for the exhibition.
Event Title: Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition. Venue: Galesburg Community Arts Center.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Galesburg Community Arts Center.
For more info visit www.galesburgarts.org. Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder
thru Apr. 27; exhibit of metal and fiber sculpture by Amanda Langer, encaustics by Cindy Lesperance, and Japanese tiles by Nick Schroeder; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder. Venue: Quad City Arts Art @ the Airport.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner
thru Apr. 24; the work in this exhibition reflects a busy life, but one filled with art and visual experience, found out of the corner of the eye and drawn while on break, sitting in the grass; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. 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, March 26, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Muddling Through
thru Apr. 11; a mixed media installation from Iowa artist Mirzam Perez; the exhibit brings together sculpture and mixed media to explore resilience, identity, and the quiet labor of endurance through both personal and collective experience; Fridays 4-6pm, Saturdays noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mailgallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Muddling Through. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight
thru Aug. 2; the exhibit features the work of internationally acclaimed artist Singletary and tells the story of Raven, an important trickster figure in Tlingit culture who transformed the world, bringing light to people via the stars, moon, and sun; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman
thru Aug. 16; Dara Birnbaum assembles scenes from the 1970s Wonder Woman television series starring Lynda Carter; throughout the video, Wonder Woman spins, transforming again and again from her alter ego, Diana Prince, into the Amazonian superheroine; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. 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, March 26, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Tongue + Groove
thru Apr. 24; the exhibit culls through artists Lisa Lofgren's and Matt Erickson's archive of shared studios, shared experiences, and shared life over the last 15 years; Mon.-Thu. 9am-4pm; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Tongue + Groove. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects
thru Apr. 3; exhibit of mixed media assemblage; located on the first floor of Building 4 at the Quad-Cities Campus; free; for information, email ArtDesign@bhc.edu.
Event Title: Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf
thru March 29; this annual, fan-favorite exhibition features student artwork from 8 local school districts, supporting local art education; this imaginative whirlwind of art changes every two weeks, complete with 76 frames, hundreds of student artworks, and Sunday student recognition receptions, featuring free admission thanks to our generous sponsors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa
Calls For Entry
thru May 29; this all-Iowa, open call, juried art exhibition highlights the talented artists working in fiber in the state, drawing attention to the rich variety, conceptual prowess and technical skill of their work; artists are invited to submit up to three works available for display; the submitted artworks must be rooted in fiber or utilize textile techniques but may include additional materials; this includes, but is not limited to, quilting, weaving, needle arts, felting, textile-based sculpture, dyeing, etc. or any combination thereof; the work may encompass any
approach from representational to abstract; traditional or functional, to avant-garde; no entry fee; for information, call 319-366-7503; submit entries to jjessen@crma.org.
Event Title: Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 20; artists Maggie Adams and Aykeem Spivey demonstrate how, in this period of incubation, black-or-white thinking is disrupted by a bold labor of love; for information, contact Jennifer Ong at jennigerong@augustana.edu.
Event Title: Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space. Venue: Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit www.augustana.edu. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Art is the Word: Text in Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru May 17; the exhibition invites the viewer to consider how text appears in art and the impact it can have; 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: Art is the Word: Text in Art. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 11; GALEX is the combination of the words Galesburg and Exhibition; what began as a regional exhibition has grown into a national competition/exhibition celebrating its 59th year; open to artists working in all mediums, this year's juror, Ruth Lantz, will award over $2,500 in prizes choosing over 70+ works for the exhibition.
Event Title: Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition. Venue: Galesburg Community Arts Center.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Galesburg Community Arts Center.
For more info visit www.galesburgarts.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, March 26, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 27; exhibit of metal and fiber sculpture by Amanda Langer, encaustics by Cindy Lesperance, and Japanese tiles by Nick Schroeder; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder. Venue: Quad City Arts Art @ the Airport.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 24; the work in this exhibition reflects a busy life, but one filled with art and visual experience, found out of the corner of the eye and drawn while on break, sitting in the grass; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. 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, March 26, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Muddling Through
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 11; a mixed media installation from Iowa artist Mirzam Perez; the exhibit brings together sculpture and mixed media to explore resilience, identity, and the quiet labor of endurance through both personal and collective experience; Fridays 4-6pm, Saturdays noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mailgallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Muddling Through. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 2; the exhibit features the work of internationally acclaimed artist Singletary and tells the story of Raven, an important trickster figure in Tlingit culture who transformed the world, bringing light to people via the stars, moon, and sun; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 16; Dara Birnbaum assembles scenes from the 1970s Wonder Woman television series starring Lynda Carter; throughout the video, Wonder Woman spins, transforming again and again from her alter ego, Diana Prince, into the Amazonian superheroine; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. 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, March 26, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Tongue + Groove
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 24; the exhibit culls through artists Lisa Lofgren's and Matt Erickson's archive of shared studios, shared experiences, and shared life over the last 15 years; Mon.-Thu. 9am-4pm; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Tongue + Groove. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 3; exhibit of mixed media assemblage; located on the first floor of Building 4 at the Quad-Cities Campus; free; for information, email ArtDesign@bhc.edu.
Event Title: Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru March 29; this annual, fan-favorite exhibition features student artwork from 8 local school districts, supporting local art education; this imaginative whirlwind of art changes every two weeks, complete with 76 frames, hundreds of student artworks, and Sunday student recognition receptions, featuring free admission thanks to our generous sponsors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Pinterest: Dreamcatchers
create a beautiful dreamcatcher; all supplies will be provided; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Pinterest: Dreamcatchers. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Thursday, March 26, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmolinelibrary.org. Pinterest: Dreamcatchers
Classes
create a beautiful dreamcatcher; all supplies will be provided; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Pinterest: Dreamcatchers. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Thursday, March 26, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmolinelibrary.org. 49th-Annual High School Art Invitational
thru Apr. 30; each spring, Quad City Arts displays artwork from top high school artists and their art teachers; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: 49th-Annual High School Art Invitational. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space
thru Aug. 20; artists Maggie Adams and Aykeem Spivey demonstrate how, in this period of incubation, black-or-white thinking is disrupted by a bold labor of love; for information, contact Jennifer Ong at jennigerong@augustana.edu.
Event Title: Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space. Venue: Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit www.augustana.edu. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art is the Word: Text in Art
thru May 17; the exhibition invites the viewer to consider how text appears in art and the impact it can have; 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: Art is the Word: Text in Art. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa
thru May 29; this all-Iowa, open call, juried art exhibition highlights the talented artists working in fiber in the state, drawing attention to the rich variety, conceptual prowess and technical skill of their work; artists are invited to submit up to three works available for display; the submitted artworks must be rooted in fiber or utilize textile techniques but may include additional materials; this includes, but is not limited to, quilting, weaving, needle arts, felting, textile-based sculpture, dyeing, etc. or any combination thereof; the work may encompass any
approach from representational to abstract; traditional or functional, to avant-garde; no entry fee; for information, call 319-366-7503; submit entries to jjessen@crma.org.
Event Title: Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition
thru Apr. 11; GALEX is the combination of the words Galesburg and Exhibition; what began as a regional exhibition has grown into a national competition/exhibition celebrating its 59th year; open to artists working in all mediums, this year's juror, Ruth Lantz, will award over $2,500 in prizes choosing over 70+ works for the exhibition.
Event Title: Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition. Venue: Galesburg Community Arts Center.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Galesburg Community Arts Center.
For more info visit www.galesburgarts.org. Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder
thru Apr. 27; exhibit of metal and fiber sculpture by Amanda Langer, encaustics by Cindy Lesperance, and Japanese tiles by Nick Schroeder; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder. Venue: Quad City Arts Art @ the Airport.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner
thru Apr. 24; the work in this exhibition reflects a busy life, but one filled with art and visual experience, found out of the corner of the eye and drawn while on break, sitting in the grass; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Muddling Through
thru Apr. 11; a mixed media installation from Iowa artist Mirzam Perez; the exhibit brings together sculpture and mixed media to explore resilience, identity, and the quiet labor of endurance through both personal and collective experience; Fridays 4-6pm, Saturdays noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mailgallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Muddling Through. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight
thru Aug. 2; the exhibit features the work of internationally acclaimed artist Singletary and tells the story of Raven, an important trickster figure in Tlingit culture who transformed the world, bringing light to people via the stars, moon, and sun; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman
thru Aug. 16; Dara Birnbaum assembles scenes from the 1970s Wonder Woman television series starring Lynda Carter; throughout the video, Wonder Woman spins, transforming again and again from her alter ego, Diana Prince, into the Amazonian superheroine; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Tongue + Groove
thru Apr. 24; the exhibit culls through artists Lisa Lofgren's and Matt Erickson's archive of shared studios, shared experiences, and shared life over the last 15 years; Mon.-Thu. 9am-4pm; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Tongue + Groove. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects
thru Apr. 3; exhibit of mixed media assemblage; located on the first floor of Building 4 at the Quad-Cities Campus; free; for information, email ArtDesign@bhc.edu.
Event Title: Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf
thru March 29; this annual, fan-favorite exhibition features student artwork from 8 local school districts, supporting local art education; this imaginative whirlwind of art changes every two weeks, complete with 76 frames, hundreds of student artworks, and Sunday student recognition receptions, featuring free admission thanks to our generous sponsors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa
Calls For Entry
thru May 29; this all-Iowa, open call, juried art exhibition highlights the talented artists working in fiber in the state, drawing attention to the rich variety, conceptual prowess and technical skill of their work; artists are invited to submit up to three works available for display; the submitted artworks must be rooted in fiber or utilize textile techniques but may include additional materials; this includes, but is not limited to, quilting, weaving, needle arts, felting, textile-based sculpture, dyeing, etc. or any combination thereof; the work may encompass any
approach from representational to abstract; traditional or functional, to avant-garde; no entry fee; for information, call 319-366-7503; submit entries to jjessen@crma.org.
Event Title: Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. 49th-Annual High School Art Invitational
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 30; each spring, Quad City Arts displays artwork from top high school artists and their art teachers; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: 49th-Annual High School Art Invitational. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 20; artists Maggie Adams and Aykeem Spivey demonstrate how, in this period of incubation, black-or-white thinking is disrupted by a bold labor of love; for information, contact Jennifer Ong at jennigerong@augustana.edu.
Event Title: Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space. Venue: Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit www.augustana.edu. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Art is the Word: Text in Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru May 17; the exhibition invites the viewer to consider how text appears in art and the impact it can have; 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: Art is the Word: Text in Art. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 11; GALEX is the combination of the words Galesburg and Exhibition; what began as a regional exhibition has grown into a national competition/exhibition celebrating its 59th year; open to artists working in all mediums, this year's juror, Ruth Lantz, will award over $2,500 in prizes choosing over 70+ works for the exhibition.
Event Title: Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition. Venue: Galesburg Community Arts Center.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Galesburg Community Arts Center.
For more info visit www.galesburgarts.org. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 27; exhibit of metal and fiber sculpture by Amanda Langer, encaustics by Cindy Lesperance, and Japanese tiles by Nick Schroeder; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder. Venue: Quad City Arts Art @ the Airport.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 24; the work in this exhibition reflects a busy life, but one filled with art and visual experience, found out of the corner of the eye and drawn while on break, sitting in the grass; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Muddling Through
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 11; a mixed media installation from Iowa artist Mirzam Perez; the exhibit brings together sculpture and mixed media to explore resilience, identity, and the quiet labor of endurance through both personal and collective experience; Fridays 4-6pm, Saturdays noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mailgallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Muddling Through. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 2; the exhibit features the work of internationally acclaimed artist Singletary and tells the story of Raven, an important trickster figure in Tlingit culture who transformed the world, bringing light to people via the stars, moon, and sun; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 16; Dara Birnbaum assembles scenes from the 1970s Wonder Woman television series starring Lynda Carter; throughout the video, Wonder Woman spins, transforming again and again from her alter ego, Diana Prince, into the Amazonian superheroine; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Tongue + Groove
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 24; the exhibit culls through artists Lisa Lofgren's and Matt Erickson's archive of shared studios, shared experiences, and shared life over the last 15 years; Mon.-Thu. 9am-4pm; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Tongue + Groove. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 3; exhibit of mixed media assemblage; located on the first floor of Building 4 at the Quad-Cities Campus; free; for information, email ArtDesign@bhc.edu.
Event Title: Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru March 29; this annual, fan-favorite exhibition features student artwork from 8 local school districts, supporting local art education; this imaginative whirlwind of art changes every two weeks, complete with 76 frames, hundreds of student artworks, and Sunday student recognition receptions, featuring free admission thanks to our generous sponsors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Friday Night Out: Netted Bead Bracelet
with instructor Karen Kubby; this is a great Friday night project; easy to master and quick to finish; learn to use 6mm beads with seed beads to make this tubular (circular) netted bracelet; no experience needed; $72; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Friday Night Out: Netted Bead Bracelet. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Friday, March 27, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Friday Night Out: Netted Bead Bracelet
Classes
with instructor Karen Kubby; this is a great Friday night project; easy to master and quick to finish; learn to use 6mm beads with seed beads to make this tubular (circular) netted bracelet; no experience needed; $72; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Friday Night Out: Netted Bead Bracelet. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Friday, March 27, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. 49th-Annual High School Art Invitational
thru Apr. 30; each spring, Quad City Arts displays artwork from top high school artists and their art teachers; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: 49th-Annual High School Art Invitational. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space
thru Aug. 20; artists Maggie Adams and Aykeem Spivey demonstrate how, in this period of incubation, black-or-white thinking is disrupted by a bold labor of love; for information, contact Jennifer Ong at jennigerong@augustana.edu.
Event Title: Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space. Venue: Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit www.augustana.edu. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art is the Word: Text in Art
thru May 17; the exhibition invites the viewer to consider how text appears in art and the impact it can have; 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: Art is the Word: Text in Art. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa
thru May 29; this all-Iowa, open call, juried art exhibition highlights the talented artists working in fiber in the state, drawing attention to the rich variety, conceptual prowess and technical skill of their work; artists are invited to submit up to three works available for display; the submitted artworks must be rooted in fiber or utilize textile techniques but may include additional materials; this includes, but is not limited to, quilting, weaving, needle arts, felting, textile-based sculpture, dyeing, etc. or any combination thereof; the work may encompass any
approach from representational to abstract; traditional or functional, to avant-garde; no entry fee; for information, call 319-366-7503; submit entries to jjessen@crma.org.
Event Title: Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition
thru Apr. 11; GALEX is the combination of the words Galesburg and Exhibition; what began as a regional exhibition has grown into a national competition/exhibition celebrating its 59th year; open to artists working in all mediums, this year's juror, Ruth Lantz, will award over $2,500 in prizes choosing over 70+ works for the exhibition.
Event Title: Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition. Venue: Galesburg Community Arts Center.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Galesburg Community Arts Center.
For more info visit www.galesburgarts.org. Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder
thru Apr. 27; exhibit of metal and fiber sculpture by Amanda Langer, encaustics by Cindy Lesperance, and Japanese tiles by Nick Schroeder; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder. Venue: Quad City Arts Art @ the Airport.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner
thru Apr. 24; the work in this exhibition reflects a busy life, but one filled with art and visual experience, found out of the corner of the eye and drawn while on break, sitting in the grass; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Muddling Through
thru Apr. 11; a mixed media installation from Iowa artist Mirzam Perez; the exhibit brings together sculpture and mixed media to explore resilience, identity, and the quiet labor of endurance through both personal and collective experience; Fridays 4-6pm, Saturdays noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mailgallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Muddling Through. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight
thru Aug. 2; the exhibit features the work of internationally acclaimed artist Singletary and tells the story of Raven, an important trickster figure in Tlingit culture who transformed the world, bringing light to people via the stars, moon, and sun; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman
thru Aug. 16; Dara Birnbaum assembles scenes from the 1970s Wonder Woman television series starring Lynda Carter; throughout the video, Wonder Woman spins, transforming again and again from her alter ego, Diana Prince, into the Amazonian superheroine; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Tongue + Groove
thru Apr. 24; the exhibit culls through artists Lisa Lofgren's and Matt Erickson's archive of shared studios, shared experiences, and shared life over the last 15 years; Mon.-Thu. 9am-4pm; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Tongue + Groove. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects
thru Apr. 3; exhibit of mixed media assemblage; located on the first floor of Building 4 at the Quad-Cities Campus; free; for information, email ArtDesign@bhc.edu.
Event Title: Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf
thru March 29; this annual, fan-favorite exhibition features student artwork from 8 local school districts, supporting local art education; this imaginative whirlwind of art changes every two weeks, complete with 76 frames, hundreds of student artworks, and Sunday student recognition receptions, featuring free admission thanks to our generous sponsors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa
Calls For Entry
thru May 29; this all-Iowa, open call, juried art exhibition highlights the talented artists working in fiber in the state, drawing attention to the rich variety, conceptual prowess and technical skill of their work; artists are invited to submit up to three works available for display; the submitted artworks must be rooted in fiber or utilize textile techniques but may include additional materials; this includes, but is not limited to, quilting, weaving, needle arts, felting, textile-based sculpture, dyeing, etc. or any combination thereof; the work may encompass any
approach from representational to abstract; traditional or functional, to avant-garde; no entry fee; for information, call 319-366-7503; submit entries to jjessen@crma.org.
Event Title: Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. 49th-Annual High School Art Invitational
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 30; each spring, Quad City Arts displays artwork from top high school artists and their art teachers; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: 49th-Annual High School Art Invitational. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 20; artists Maggie Adams and Aykeem Spivey demonstrate how, in this period of incubation, black-or-white thinking is disrupted by a bold labor of love; for information, contact Jennifer Ong at jennigerong@augustana.edu.
Event Title: Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space. Venue: Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit www.augustana.edu. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Art is the Word: Text in Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru May 17; the exhibition invites the viewer to consider how text appears in art and the impact it can have; 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: Art is the Word: Text in Art. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 11; GALEX is the combination of the words Galesburg and Exhibition; what began as a regional exhibition has grown into a national competition/exhibition celebrating its 59th year; open to artists working in all mediums, this year's juror, Ruth Lantz, will award over $2,500 in prizes choosing over 70+ works for the exhibition.
Event Title: Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition. Venue: Galesburg Community Arts Center.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Galesburg Community Arts Center.
For more info visit www.galesburgarts.org. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 27; exhibit of metal and fiber sculpture by Amanda Langer, encaustics by Cindy Lesperance, and Japanese tiles by Nick Schroeder; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder. Venue: Quad City Arts Art @ the Airport.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 24; the work in this exhibition reflects a busy life, but one filled with art and visual experience, found out of the corner of the eye and drawn while on break, sitting in the grass; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Muddling Through
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 11; a mixed media installation from Iowa artist Mirzam Perez; the exhibit brings together sculpture and mixed media to explore resilience, identity, and the quiet labor of endurance through both personal and collective experience; Fridays 4-6pm, Saturdays noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mailgallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Muddling Through. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 2; the exhibit features the work of internationally acclaimed artist Singletary and tells the story of Raven, an important trickster figure in Tlingit culture who transformed the world, bringing light to people via the stars, moon, and sun; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 16; Dara Birnbaum assembles scenes from the 1970s Wonder Woman television series starring Lynda Carter; throughout the video, Wonder Woman spins, transforming again and again from her alter ego, Diana Prince, into the Amazonian superheroine; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Tongue + Groove
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 24; the exhibit culls through artists Lisa Lofgren's and Matt Erickson's archive of shared studios, shared experiences, and shared life over the last 15 years; Mon.-Thu. 9am-4pm; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Tongue + Groove. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 3; exhibit of mixed media assemblage; located on the first floor of Building 4 at the Quad-Cities Campus; free; for information, email ArtDesign@bhc.edu.
Event Title: Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru March 29; this annual, fan-favorite exhibition features student artwork from 8 local school districts, supporting local art education; this imaginative whirlwind of art changes every two weeks, complete with 76 frames, hundreds of student artworks, and Sunday student recognition receptions, featuring free admission thanks to our generous sponsors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Oil Painting with Dave Anderson
on Saturdays; as students move beyond the beginning principles of oil painting, they will learn the value of composition and how light effects color while applying it to still-life, landscape, and portraits; each class will build upon the last, moving students forward in the art of oil; this class is offered all year round and with your $125-140 purchase you receive four classes beginning the Saturday of your choice; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Oil Painting with Dave Anderson. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Oil Painting with Dave Anderson
Classes
on Saturdays; as students move beyond the beginning principles of oil painting, they will learn the value of composition and how light effects color while applying it to still-life, landscape, and portraits; each class will build upon the last, moving students forward in the art of oil; this class is offered all year round and with your $125-140 purchase you receive four classes beginning the Saturday of your choice; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Oil Painting with Dave Anderson. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Gem Duo Cube Pendant
with instructor Karen Kubby; this project is made from a peyote-based component that incorporates GemDuo duets; the cube is made up of 6 components connected to each other; add a bail to use this piece as a pendant; make a second one for a pair of earrings; $78; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Gem Duo Cube Pendant. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Gem Duo Cube Pendant
Classes
with instructor Karen Kubby; this project is made from a peyote-based component that incorporates GemDuo duets; the cube is made up of 6 components connected to each other; add a bail to use this piece as a pendant; make a second one for a pair of earrings; $78; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Gem Duo Cube Pendant. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Spring Card-Making with Donna Banta
free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Spring Card-Making with Donna Banta. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Spring Card-Making with Donna Banta
Classes
free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Spring Card-Making with Donna Banta. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Adult DIY: Framed Pressed Flowers
a variety of dried flowers and foliage will be provided for the creation of a framed floral display; supplies will also be available to make laminated bookmarks with some of the leftover flowers, if desired; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Adult DIY: Framed Pressed Flowers. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Adult DIY: Framed Pressed Flowers
Classes
a variety of dried flowers and foliage will be provided for the creation of a framed floral display; supplies will also be available to make laminated bookmarks with some of the leftover flowers, if desired; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Adult DIY: Framed Pressed Flowers. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. 49th-Annual High School Art Invitational
thru Apr. 30; each spring, Quad City Arts displays artwork from top high school artists and their art teachers; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: 49th-Annual High School Art Invitational. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space
thru Aug. 20; artists Maggie Adams and Aykeem Spivey demonstrate how, in this period of incubation, black-or-white thinking is disrupted by a bold labor of love; for information, contact Jennifer Ong at jennigerong@augustana.edu.
Event Title: Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space. Venue: Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit www.augustana.edu. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art is the Word: Text in Art
thru May 17; the exhibition invites the viewer to consider how text appears in art and the impact it can have; 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: Art is the Word: Text in Art. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa
thru May 29; this all-Iowa, open call, juried art exhibition highlights the talented artists working in fiber in the state, drawing attention to the rich variety, conceptual prowess and technical skill of their work; artists are invited to submit up to three works available for display; the submitted artworks must be rooted in fiber or utilize textile techniques but may include additional materials; this includes, but is not limited to, quilting, weaving, needle arts, felting, textile-based sculpture, dyeing, etc. or any combination thereof; the work may encompass any
approach from representational to abstract; traditional or functional, to avant-garde; no entry fee; for information, call 319-366-7503; submit entries to jjessen@crma.org.
Event Title: Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition
thru Apr. 11; GALEX is the combination of the words Galesburg and Exhibition; what began as a regional exhibition has grown into a national competition/exhibition celebrating its 59th year; open to artists working in all mediums, this year's juror, Ruth Lantz, will award over $2,500 in prizes choosing over 70+ works for the exhibition.
Event Title: Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition. Venue: Galesburg Community Arts Center.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Galesburg Community Arts Center.
For more info visit www.galesburgarts.org. Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder
thru Apr. 27; exhibit of metal and fiber sculpture by Amanda Langer, encaustics by Cindy Lesperance, and Japanese tiles by Nick Schroeder; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder. Venue: Quad City Arts Art @ the Airport.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner
thru Apr. 24; the work in this exhibition reflects a busy life, but one filled with art and visual experience, found out of the corner of the eye and drawn while on break, sitting in the grass; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. 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, March 29, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Muddling Through
thru Apr. 11; a mixed media installation from Iowa artist Mirzam Perez; the exhibit brings together sculpture and mixed media to explore resilience, identity, and the quiet labor of endurance through both personal and collective experience; Fridays 4-6pm, Saturdays noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mailgallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Muddling Through. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight
thru Aug. 2; the exhibit features the work of internationally acclaimed artist Singletary and tells the story of Raven, an important trickster figure in Tlingit culture who transformed the world, bringing light to people via the stars, moon, and sun; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Recognition Day for Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf
sponsored by GreenState Credit Union; held in conjunction with the annual, fan-favorite exhibition featuring student artwork from 8 local school districts, supporting local art education; this imaginative whirlwind of art changes every two weeks, complete with 76 frames, hundreds of student artworks, and Sunday student recognition receptions, featuring free admission thanks to our generous sponsors; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Recognition Day for Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman
thru Aug. 16; Dara Birnbaum assembles scenes from the 1970s Wonder Woman television series starring Lynda Carter; throughout the video, Wonder Woman spins, transforming again and again from her alter ego, Diana Prince, into the Amazonian superheroine; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. 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, March 29, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Tongue + Groove
thru Apr. 24; the exhibit culls through artists Lisa Lofgren's and Matt Erickson's archive of shared studios, shared experiences, and shared life over the last 15 years; Mon.-Thu. 9am-4pm; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Tongue + Groove. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects
thru Apr. 3; exhibit of mixed media assemblage; located on the first floor of Building 4 at the Quad-Cities Campus; free; for information, email ArtDesign@bhc.edu.
Event Title: Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf
thru March 29; this annual, fan-favorite exhibition features student artwork from 8 local school districts, supporting local art education; this imaginative whirlwind of art changes every two weeks, complete with 76 frames, hundreds of student artworks, and Sunday student recognition receptions, featuring free admission thanks to our generous sponsors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa
Calls For Entry
thru May 29; this all-Iowa, open call, juried art exhibition highlights the talented artists working in fiber in the state, drawing attention to the rich variety, conceptual prowess and technical skill of their work; artists are invited to submit up to three works available for display; the submitted artworks must be rooted in fiber or utilize textile techniques but may include additional materials; this includes, but is not limited to, quilting, weaving, needle arts, felting, textile-based sculpture, dyeing, etc. or any combination thereof; the work may encompass any
approach from representational to abstract; traditional or functional, to avant-garde; no entry fee; for information, call 319-366-7503; submit entries to jjessen@crma.org.
Event Title: Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. 49th-Annual High School Art Invitational
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 30; each spring, Quad City Arts displays artwork from top high school artists and their art teachers; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: 49th-Annual High School Art Invitational. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 20; artists Maggie Adams and Aykeem Spivey demonstrate how, in this period of incubation, black-or-white thinking is disrupted by a bold labor of love; for information, contact Jennifer Ong at jennigerong@augustana.edu.
Event Title: Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space. Venue: Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit www.augustana.edu. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Art is the Word: Text in Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru May 17; the exhibition invites the viewer to consider how text appears in art and the impact it can have; 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: Art is the Word: Text in Art. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 11; GALEX is the combination of the words Galesburg and Exhibition; what began as a regional exhibition has grown into a national competition/exhibition celebrating its 59th year; open to artists working in all mediums, this year's juror, Ruth Lantz, will award over $2,500 in prizes choosing over 70+ works for the exhibition.
Event Title: Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition. Venue: Galesburg Community Arts Center.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Galesburg Community Arts Center.
For more info visit www.galesburgarts.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, March 29, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 27; exhibit of metal and fiber sculpture by Amanda Langer, encaustics by Cindy Lesperance, and Japanese tiles by Nick Schroeder; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder. Venue: Quad City Arts Art @ the Airport.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 24; the work in this exhibition reflects a busy life, but one filled with art and visual experience, found out of the corner of the eye and drawn while on break, sitting in the grass; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. 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, March 29, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Muddling Through
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 11; a mixed media installation from Iowa artist Mirzam Perez; the exhibit brings together sculpture and mixed media to explore resilience, identity, and the quiet labor of endurance through both personal and collective experience; Fridays 4-6pm, Saturdays noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mailgallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Muddling Through. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 2; the exhibit features the work of internationally acclaimed artist Singletary and tells the story of Raven, an important trickster figure in Tlingit culture who transformed the world, bringing light to people via the stars, moon, and sun; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 16; Dara Birnbaum assembles scenes from the 1970s Wonder Woman television series starring Lynda Carter; throughout the video, Wonder Woman spins, transforming again and again from her alter ego, Diana Prince, into the Amazonian superheroine; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. 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, March 29, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Tongue + Groove
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 24; the exhibit culls through artists Lisa Lofgren's and Matt Erickson's archive of shared studios, shared experiences, and shared life over the last 15 years; Mon.-Thu. 9am-4pm; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Tongue + Groove. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 3; exhibit of mixed media assemblage; located on the first floor of Building 4 at the Quad-Cities Campus; free; for information, email ArtDesign@bhc.edu.
Event Title: Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru March 29; this annual, fan-favorite exhibition features student artwork from 8 local school districts, supporting local art education; this imaginative whirlwind of art changes every two weeks, complete with 76 frames, hundreds of student artworks, and Sunday student recognition receptions, featuring free admission thanks to our generous sponsors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Recognition Day for Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
sponsored by GreenState Credit Union; held in conjunction with the annual, fan-favorite exhibition featuring student artwork from 8 local school districts, supporting local art education; this imaginative whirlwind of art changes every two weeks, complete with 76 frames, hundreds of student artworks, and Sunday student recognition receptions, featuring free admission thanks to our generous sponsors; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Recognition Day for Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.