50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
thru Feb. 20; exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.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, February 1, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Lingering Forms
thru Mar. 24; exhibit of works by Sandburg alumna Madelyn Havens; Havens is a Chicago-based abstract figurative painter whose work delves into the physical and emotional complexities of the human form; Mon.-Fri. 8am-6pm; for information, contact gallery director and art program coordinator Lisa Walker at 309-341-5303 or ldwalker@sandburg.edu.
Event Title: Lingering Forms. Venue: Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students
thru Feb. 13; a vibrant collection of visual narratives from University of Dubuque students in the ART 367 Digital Photography course; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Recognition Day for Young Artists at the Figge: Geneseo
sponsored by the Geneseo Foundation; 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: Geneseo. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Statements for Small Screens
thru Mar. 1; exhibit by Michigan-based artist Lorelei d’Andriole, an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersections of intermedia and transgender studies; her work is built on the idea that “fantasy allows us to imagine radical alternatives to the present, and art is the praxis of fantasy."; she will present a collection of video performances, sculptures, and interactive work; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free; for information, contact Luce Gallery Coordinator Brooks Cashbaugh at bcashbaugh@cornellcollege.edu.
Event Title: Statements for Small Screens. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. Teen & Adult Cryptid Creations Art Contest
thru Feb. 21; create your own Loch Ness Monster, Bigfoot, Yeti, or something mysterious and completely out of your own imagination; winners will be determined by popular vote; artwork will be on display for voting in the lobby Tuesday, February 24 through Saturday, March 7; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen & Adult Cryptid Creations Art Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. 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, February 1, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Young Artists at the Figge: Geneseo
thru Feb. 1; this annual, fan-favorite exhibition features student artwork from 8 local school districts, supporting local art education; this imaginative whirlwind of art changes every two weeks, complete with 76 frames, hundreds of student artworks, and Sunday student recognition receptions, featuring free admission thanks to our generous sponsors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Young Artists at the Figge: Geneseo. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Teen & Adult Cryptid Creations Art Contest
Calls For Entry
thru Feb. 21; create your own Loch Ness Monster, Bigfoot, Yeti, or something mysterious and completely out of your own imagination; winners will be determined by popular vote; artwork will be on display for voting in the lobby Tuesday, February 24 through Saturday, March 7; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen & Adult Cryptid Creations Art Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 20; exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, February 1, 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, February 1, 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, February 1, 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, February 1, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Lingering Forms
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 24; exhibit of works by Sandburg alumna Madelyn Havens; Havens is a Chicago-based abstract figurative painter whose work delves into the physical and emotional complexities of the human form; Mon.-Fri. 8am-6pm; for information, contact gallery director and art program coordinator Lisa Walker at 309-341-5303 or ldwalker@sandburg.edu.
Event Title: Lingering Forms. Venue: Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, February 1, 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, February 1, 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, February 1, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 13; a vibrant collection of visual narratives from University of Dubuque students in the ART 367 Digital Photography course; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Statements for Small Screens
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 1; exhibit by Michigan-based artist Lorelei d’Andriole, an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersections of intermedia and transgender studies; her work is built on the idea that “fantasy allows us to imagine radical alternatives to the present, and art is the praxis of fantasy."; she will present a collection of video performances, sculptures, and interactive work; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free; for information, contact Luce Gallery Coordinator Brooks Cashbaugh at bcashbaugh@cornellcollege.edu.
Event Title: Statements for Small Screens. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Young Artists at the Figge: Geneseo
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 1; this annual, fan-favorite exhibition features student artwork from 8 local school districts, supporting local art education; this imaginative whirlwind of art changes every two weeks, complete with 76 frames, hundreds of student artworks, and Sunday student recognition receptions, featuring free admission thanks to our generous sponsors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Young Artists at the Figge: Geneseo. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Recognition Day for Young Artists at the Figge: Geneseo
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
sponsored by the Geneseo Foundation; 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: Geneseo. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. John Hunting Hansen: Toil
thru Feb. 27; the artist explores art’s role in his life as a record of his own humanity and a fascination with how discarded material can tell the story of one’s life; Mon.-Thu. 9am-4pm; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: John Hunting Hansen: Toil. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Sunday, February 1, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Metaphors, Mythologies, and a Bucket Full of Shadow: Photography by Randal Richmond
thru Feb. 20; the landscape and still-life arrangement have been areas of concentration for Randy Richmond for much of his career as an artist; the ArtSpace Gallery is located on the first floor of Building 4.
Event Title: Metaphors, Mythologies, and a Bucket Full of Shadow: Photography by Randal Richmond. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Sunday, February 1, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.bhc.edu. John Hunting Hansen: Toil
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 27; the artist explores art’s role in his life as a record of his own humanity and a fascination with how discarded material can tell the story of one’s life; Mon.-Thu. 9am-4pm; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: John Hunting Hansen: Toil. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Sunday, February 1, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Metaphors, Mythologies, and a Bucket Full of Shadow: Photography by Randal Richmond
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 20; the landscape and still-life arrangement have been areas of concentration for Randy Richmond for much of his career as an artist; the ArtSpace Gallery is located on the first floor of Building 4.
Event Title: Metaphors, Mythologies, and a Bucket Full of Shadow: Photography by Randal Richmond. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Sunday, February 1, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.bhc.edu. Celtic Knot Bracelet
with instructor Cheryl Weatherfordl using various thicknesses of wire, create a Celtic knot; this serves as the centerpiece of a wire woven bracelet; a great project to learn how to use jewelry making tools; no experience needed; $78; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Celtic Knot Bracelet. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Sunday, February 1, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Celtic Knot Bracelet
Classes
with instructor Cheryl Weatherfordl using various thicknesses of wire, create a Celtic knot; this serves as the centerpiece of a wire woven bracelet; a great project to learn how to use jewelry making tools; no experience needed; $78; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Celtic Knot Bracelet. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Sunday, February 1, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
thru Feb. 20; exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.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.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Lingering Forms
thru Mar. 24; exhibit of works by Sandburg alumna Madelyn Havens; Havens is a Chicago-based abstract figurative painter whose work delves into the physical and emotional complexities of the human form; Mon.-Fri. 8am-6pm; for information, contact gallery director and art program coordinator Lisa Walker at 309-341-5303 or ldwalker@sandburg.edu.
Event Title: Lingering Forms. Venue: Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students
thru Feb. 13; a vibrant collection of visual narratives from University of Dubuque students in the ART 367 Digital Photography course; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Statements for Small Screens
thru Mar. 1; exhibit by Michigan-based artist Lorelei d’Andriole, an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersections of intermedia and transgender studies; her work is built on the idea that “fantasy allows us to imagine radical alternatives to the present, and art is the praxis of fantasy."; she will present a collection of video performances, sculptures, and interactive work; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free; for information, contact Luce Gallery Coordinator Brooks Cashbaugh at bcashbaugh@cornellcollege.edu.
Event Title: Statements for Small Screens. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. Teen & Adult Cryptid Creations Art Contest
thru Feb. 21; create your own Loch Ness Monster, Bigfoot, Yeti, or something mysterious and completely out of your own imagination; winners will be determined by popular vote; artwork will be on display for voting in the lobby Tuesday, February 24 through Saturday, March 7; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen & Adult Cryptid Creations Art Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Teen & Adult Cryptid Creations Art Contest
Calls For Entry
thru Feb. 21; create your own Loch Ness Monster, Bigfoot, Yeti, or something mysterious and completely out of your own imagination; winners will be determined by popular vote; artwork will be on display for voting in the lobby Tuesday, February 24 through Saturday, March 7; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen & Adult Cryptid Creations Art Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 20; exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, February 2, 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.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Lingering Forms
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 24; exhibit of works by Sandburg alumna Madelyn Havens; Havens is a Chicago-based abstract figurative painter whose work delves into the physical and emotional complexities of the human form; Mon.-Fri. 8am-6pm; for information, contact gallery director and art program coordinator Lisa Walker at 309-341-5303 or ldwalker@sandburg.edu.
Event Title: Lingering Forms. Venue: Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 13; a vibrant collection of visual narratives from University of Dubuque students in the ART 367 Digital Photography course; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Statements for Small Screens
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 1; exhibit by Michigan-based artist Lorelei d’Andriole, an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersections of intermedia and transgender studies; her work is built on the idea that “fantasy allows us to imagine radical alternatives to the present, and art is the praxis of fantasy."; she will present a collection of video performances, sculptures, and interactive work; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free; for information, contact Luce Gallery Coordinator Brooks Cashbaugh at bcashbaugh@cornellcollege.edu.
Event Title: Statements for Small Screens. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Ugly Quilts
on Mondays; make quilt bed rolls for area homeless; no experience is needed; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, February 2, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. John Hunting Hansen: Toil
thru Feb. 27; the artist explores art’s role in his life as a record of his own humanity and a fascination with how discarded material can tell the story of one’s life; Mon.-Thu. 9am-4pm; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: John Hunting Hansen: Toil. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Monday, February 2, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Metaphors, Mythologies, and a Bucket Full of Shadow: Photography by Randal Richmond
thru Feb. 20; the landscape and still-life arrangement have been areas of concentration for Randy Richmond for much of his career as an artist; the ArtSpace Gallery is located on the first floor of Building 4.
Event Title: Metaphors, Mythologies, and a Bucket Full of Shadow: Photography by Randal Richmond. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Monday, February 2, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.bhc.edu. John Hunting Hansen: Toil
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 27; the artist explores art’s role in his life as a record of his own humanity and a fascination with how discarded material can tell the story of one’s life; Mon.-Thu. 9am-4pm; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: John Hunting Hansen: Toil. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Monday, February 2, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Metaphors, Mythologies, and a Bucket Full of Shadow: Photography by Randal Richmond
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 20; the landscape and still-life arrangement have been areas of concentration for Randy Richmond for much of his career as an artist; the ArtSpace Gallery is located on the first floor of Building 4.
Event Title: Metaphors, Mythologies, and a Bucket Full of Shadow: Photography by Randal Richmond. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Monday, February 2, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.bhc.edu. Reception and Q&A for 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
held in conjunction with the exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Reception and Q&A for 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Monday, February 2, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Reception and Q&A for 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
held in conjunction with the exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Reception and Q&A for 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Monday, February 2, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Painting with Anna: Sweet Valentine
artist Anna Davis will lead us in painting a Sweet Valentine masterpiece; no painting experience necessary; Anna will help you along; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Painting with Anna: Sweet Valentine. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Monday, February 2, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Painting with Anna: Sweet Valentine
Classes
artist Anna Davis will lead us in painting a Sweet Valentine masterpiece; no painting experience necessary; Anna will help you along; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Painting with Anna: Sweet Valentine. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Monday, February 2, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Acrylic Painting with Brad Bisbey
on Mondays; students will learn the basics of acrylic painting and how it can be an ideal medium for any artist; enjoy a relaxed environment when painting, so you can find ease as you experiment with your paint strokes; whether you are an absolute beginner or have advanced experience, join us to enjoy the freedom of acrylic painting; $125-140 for four classes beginning the Monday of your choice; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Acrylic Painting with Brad Bisbey. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, February 2, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Acrylic Painting with Brad Bisbey
Classes
on Mondays; students will learn the basics of acrylic painting and how it can be an ideal medium for any artist; enjoy a relaxed environment when painting, so you can find ease as you experiment with your paint strokes; whether you are an absolute beginner or have advanced experience, join us to enjoy the freedom of acrylic painting; $125-140 for four classes beginning the Monday of your choice; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Acrylic Painting with Brad Bisbey. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, February 2, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
thru Feb. 20; exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.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.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Lingering Forms
thru Mar. 24; exhibit of works by Sandburg alumna Madelyn Havens; Havens is a Chicago-based abstract figurative painter whose work delves into the physical and emotional complexities of the human form; Mon.-Fri. 8am-6pm; for information, contact gallery director and art program coordinator Lisa Walker at 309-341-5303 or ldwalker@sandburg.edu.
Event Title: Lingering Forms. Venue: Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students
thru Feb. 13; a vibrant collection of visual narratives from University of Dubuque students in the ART 367 Digital Photography course; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Statements for Small Screens
thru Mar. 1; exhibit by Michigan-based artist Lorelei d’Andriole, an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersections of intermedia and transgender studies; her work is built on the idea that “fantasy allows us to imagine radical alternatives to the present, and art is the praxis of fantasy."; she will present a collection of video performances, sculptures, and interactive work; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free; for information, contact Luce Gallery Coordinator Brooks Cashbaugh at bcashbaugh@cornellcollege.edu.
Event Title: Statements for Small Screens. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. Teen & Adult Cryptid Creations Art Contest
thru Feb. 21; create your own Loch Ness Monster, Bigfoot, Yeti, or something mysterious and completely out of your own imagination; winners will be determined by popular vote; artwork will be on display for voting in the lobby Tuesday, February 24 through Saturday, March 7; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen & Adult Cryptid Creations Art Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Teen & Adult Cryptid Creations Art Contest
Calls For Entry
thru Feb. 21; create your own Loch Ness Monster, Bigfoot, Yeti, or something mysterious and completely out of your own imagination; winners will be determined by popular vote; artwork will be on display for voting in the lobby Tuesday, February 24 through Saturday, March 7; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen & Adult Cryptid Creations Art Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 20; exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, February 3, 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.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Lingering Forms
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 24; exhibit of works by Sandburg alumna Madelyn Havens; Havens is a Chicago-based abstract figurative painter whose work delves into the physical and emotional complexities of the human form; Mon.-Fri. 8am-6pm; for information, contact gallery director and art program coordinator Lisa Walker at 309-341-5303 or ldwalker@sandburg.edu.
Event Title: Lingering Forms. Venue: Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 13; a vibrant collection of visual narratives from University of Dubuque students in the ART 367 Digital Photography course; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Statements for Small Screens
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 1; exhibit by Michigan-based artist Lorelei d’Andriole, an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersections of intermedia and transgender studies; her work is built on the idea that “fantasy allows us to imagine radical alternatives to the present, and art is the praxis of fantasy."; she will present a collection of video performances, sculptures, and interactive work; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free; for information, contact Luce Gallery Coordinator Brooks Cashbaugh at bcashbaugh@cornellcollege.edu.
Event Title: Statements for Small Screens. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. John Hunting Hansen: Toil
thru Feb. 27; the artist explores art’s role in his life as a record of his own humanity and a fascination with how discarded material can tell the story of one’s life; Mon.-Thu. 9am-4pm; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: John Hunting Hansen: Toil. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Metaphors, Mythologies, and a Bucket Full of Shadow: Photography by Randal Richmond
thru Feb. 20; the landscape and still-life arrangement have been areas of concentration for Randy Richmond for much of his career as an artist; the ArtSpace Gallery is located on the first floor of Building 4.
Event Title: Metaphors, Mythologies, and a Bucket Full of Shadow: Photography by Randal Richmond. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.bhc.edu. John Hunting Hansen: Toil
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 27; the artist explores art’s role in his life as a record of his own humanity and a fascination with how discarded material can tell the story of one’s life; Mon.-Thu. 9am-4pm; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: John Hunting Hansen: Toil. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Metaphors, Mythologies, and a Bucket Full of Shadow: Photography by Randal Richmond
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 20; the landscape and still-life arrangement have been areas of concentration for Randy Richmond for much of his career as an artist; the ArtSpace Gallery is located on the first floor of Building 4.
Event Title: Metaphors, Mythologies, and a Bucket Full of Shadow: Photography by Randal Richmond. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.bhc.edu. Coloring Café
enjoy some coloring at our coloring cafe; we will have different art mediums available like markers, painting, and diamond art; beverages will be provided; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Coloring Café. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Coloring Café
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
enjoy some coloring at our coloring cafe; we will have different art mediums available like markers, painting, and diamond art; beverages will be provided; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Coloring Café. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. February Pottery Wheel Bootcamp
Tuesdays thru Feb. 24; with instructor Laura Warner; students will build foundational skills of throwing clay on a pottery wheel; this course is designed for newcomers to ceramics or those who may have some experience in throwing on a wheel; $150-165; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Recognition Day for Young Artists at the Figge: Davenport Jr. Highs. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. February Pottery Wheel Bootcamp
Classes
Tuesdays thru Feb. 24; with instructor Laura Warner; students will build foundational skills of throwing clay on a pottery wheel; this course is designed for newcomers to ceramics or those who may have some experience in throwing on a wheel; $150-165; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Recognition Day for Young Artists at the Figge: Davenport Jr. Highs. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Monoprints
with instructor Rowen Schussheim Anderson; students will learn how to create simple monoprints, a type of hand-pulled print created with pigment; no printing press is needed for this art method, making it perfect to replicate at home afterward; $25-30; for information and to register, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Monoprints. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Monoprints
Classes
with instructor Rowen Schussheim Anderson; students will learn how to create simple monoprints, a type of hand-pulled print created with pigment; no printing press is needed for this art method, making it perfect to replicate at home afterward; $25-30; for information and to register, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Monoprints. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
thru Feb. 20; exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.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, February 4, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Lingering Forms
thru Mar. 24; exhibit of works by Sandburg alumna Madelyn Havens; Havens is a Chicago-based abstract figurative painter whose work delves into the physical and emotional complexities of the human form; Mon.-Fri. 8am-6pm; for information, contact gallery director and art program coordinator Lisa Walker at 309-341-5303 or ldwalker@sandburg.edu.
Event Title: Lingering Forms. Venue: Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students
thru Feb. 13; a vibrant collection of visual narratives from University of Dubuque students in the ART 367 Digital Photography course; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Statements for Small Screens
thru Mar. 1; exhibit by Michigan-based artist Lorelei d’Andriole, an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersections of intermedia and transgender studies; her work is built on the idea that “fantasy allows us to imagine radical alternatives to the present, and art is the praxis of fantasy."; she will present a collection of video performances, sculptures, and interactive work; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free; for information, contact Luce Gallery Coordinator Brooks Cashbaugh at bcashbaugh@cornellcollege.edu.
Event Title: Statements for Small Screens. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. Teen & Adult Cryptid Creations Art Contest
thru Feb. 21; create your own Loch Ness Monster, Bigfoot, Yeti, or something mysterious and completely out of your own imagination; winners will be determined by popular vote; artwork will be on display for voting in the lobby Tuesday, February 24 through Saturday, March 7; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen & Adult Cryptid Creations Art Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. 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, February 4, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Teen & Adult Cryptid Creations Art Contest
Calls For Entry
thru Feb. 21; create your own Loch Ness Monster, Bigfoot, Yeti, or something mysterious and completely out of your own imagination; winners will be determined by popular vote; artwork will be on display for voting in the lobby Tuesday, February 24 through Saturday, March 7; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen & Adult Cryptid Creations Art Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 20; exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, February 4, 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, February 4, 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, February 4, 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, February 4, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Lingering Forms
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 24; exhibit of works by Sandburg alumna Madelyn Havens; Havens is a Chicago-based abstract figurative painter whose work delves into the physical and emotional complexities of the human form; Mon.-Fri. 8am-6pm; for information, contact gallery director and art program coordinator Lisa Walker at 309-341-5303 or ldwalker@sandburg.edu.
Event Title: Lingering Forms. Venue: Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, February 4, 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, February 4, 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, February 4, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 13; a vibrant collection of visual narratives from University of Dubuque students in the ART 367 Digital Photography course; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Statements for Small Screens
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 1; exhibit by Michigan-based artist Lorelei d’Andriole, an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersections of intermedia and transgender studies; her work is built on the idea that “fantasy allows us to imagine radical alternatives to the present, and art is the praxis of fantasy."; she will present a collection of video performances, sculptures, and interactive work; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free; for information, contact Luce Gallery Coordinator Brooks Cashbaugh at bcashbaugh@cornellcollege.edu.
Event Title: Statements for Small Screens. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. John Hunting Hansen: Toil
thru Feb. 27; the artist explores art’s role in his life as a record of his own humanity and a fascination with how discarded material can tell the story of one’s life; Mon.-Thu. 9am-4pm; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: John Hunting Hansen: Toil. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Metaphors, Mythologies, and a Bucket Full of Shadow: Photography by Randal Richmond
thru Feb. 20; the landscape and still-life arrangement have been areas of concentration for Randy Richmond for much of his career as an artist; the ArtSpace Gallery is located on the first floor of Building 4.
Event Title: Metaphors, Mythologies, and a Bucket Full of Shadow: Photography by Randal Richmond. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.bhc.edu. John Hunting Hansen: Toil
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 27; the artist explores art’s role in his life as a record of his own humanity and a fascination with how discarded material can tell the story of one’s life; Mon.-Thu. 9am-4pm; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: John Hunting Hansen: Toil. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Metaphors, Mythologies, and a Bucket Full of Shadow: Photography by Randal Richmond
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 20; the landscape and still-life arrangement have been areas of concentration for Randy Richmond for much of his career as an artist; the ArtSpace Gallery is located on the first floor of Building 4.
Event Title: Metaphors, Mythologies, and a Bucket Full of Shadow: Photography by Randal Richmond. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.bhc.edu. Monthly Drawing Classes with Laura Warner
Wednesdays thru Feb. 25; join us to learn and grow your skill in drawing! Each month covers a different topic, technique, and/or drawing material; students are welcome to bring their own supplies, but everything will be provided; $150-165; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Monthly Drawing Classes with Laura Warner. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Monthly Drawing Classes with Laura Warner
Classes
Wednesdays thru Feb. 25; join us to learn and grow your skill in drawing! Each month covers a different topic, technique, and/or drawing material; students are welcome to bring their own supplies, but everything will be provided; $150-165; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Monthly Drawing Classes with Laura Warner. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. People in Landscapes
Wednesdays thru Feb. 25; with instructor Pat Bereskin; join us to learn and grow your skill in watercolor painting; students are expected bring their own paper and sketchpad, while paints and brushes may be borrowed from the studio; $150-165; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: People in Landscapes. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. People in Landscapes
Classes
Wednesdays thru Feb. 25; with instructor Pat Bereskin; join us to learn and grow your skill in watercolor painting; students are expected bring their own paper and sketchpad, while paints and brushes may be borrowed from the studio; $150-165; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: People in Landscapes. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
thru Feb. 20; exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.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, February 5, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Lingering Forms
thru Mar. 24; exhibit of works by Sandburg alumna Madelyn Havens; Havens is a Chicago-based abstract figurative painter whose work delves into the physical and emotional complexities of the human form; Mon.-Fri. 8am-6pm; for information, contact gallery director and art program coordinator Lisa Walker at 309-341-5303 or ldwalker@sandburg.edu.
Event Title: Lingering Forms. Venue: Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students
thru Feb. 13; a vibrant collection of visual narratives from University of Dubuque students in the ART 367 Digital Photography course; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Statements for Small Screens
thru Mar. 1; exhibit by Michigan-based artist Lorelei d’Andriole, an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersections of intermedia and transgender studies; her work is built on the idea that “fantasy allows us to imagine radical alternatives to the present, and art is the praxis of fantasy."; she will present a collection of video performances, sculptures, and interactive work; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free; for information, contact Luce Gallery Coordinator Brooks Cashbaugh at bcashbaugh@cornellcollege.edu.
Event Title: Statements for Small Screens. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. Teen & Adult Cryptid Creations Art Contest
thru Feb. 21; create your own Loch Ness Monster, Bigfoot, Yeti, or something mysterious and completely out of your own imagination; winners will be determined by popular vote; artwork will be on display for voting in the lobby Tuesday, February 24 through Saturday, March 7; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen & Adult Cryptid Creations Art Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. 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, February 5, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Teen & Adult Cryptid Creations Art Contest
Calls For Entry
thru Feb. 21; create your own Loch Ness Monster, Bigfoot, Yeti, or something mysterious and completely out of your own imagination; winners will be determined by popular vote; artwork will be on display for voting in the lobby Tuesday, February 24 through Saturday, March 7; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen & Adult Cryptid Creations Art Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 20; exhibit of paintings by the Moline High School and St. Ambrose University graduate; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: 50 Years and Counting: Paintings by Brad Bisbey. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, February 5, 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, February 5, 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, February 5, 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, February 5, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Lingering Forms
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 24; exhibit of works by Sandburg alumna Madelyn Havens; Havens is a Chicago-based abstract figurative painter whose work delves into the physical and emotional complexities of the human form; Mon.-Fri. 8am-6pm; for information, contact gallery director and art program coordinator Lisa Walker at 309-341-5303 or ldwalker@sandburg.edu.
Event Title: Lingering Forms. Venue: Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, February 5, 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, February 5, 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, February 5, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 13; a vibrant collection of visual narratives from University of Dubuque students in the ART 367 Digital Photography course; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Mosaic Moments: Storytelling by Students. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Statements for Small Screens
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 1; exhibit by Michigan-based artist Lorelei d’Andriole, an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersections of intermedia and transgender studies; her work is built on the idea that “fantasy allows us to imagine radical alternatives to the present, and art is the praxis of fantasy."; she will present a collection of video performances, sculptures, and interactive work; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free; for information, contact Luce Gallery Coordinator Brooks Cashbaugh at bcashbaugh@cornellcollege.edu.
Event Title: Statements for Small Screens. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Free Senior Day
all seniors age 60 and up receive free admission, as well as 10 percent off in the Museum Store; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Free Senior Day. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. John Hunting Hansen: Toil
thru Feb. 27; the artist explores art’s role in his life as a record of his own humanity and a fascination with how discarded material can tell the story of one’s life; Mon.-Thu. 9am-4pm; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: John Hunting Hansen: Toil. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Metaphors, Mythologies, and a Bucket Full of Shadow: Photography by Randal Richmond
thru Feb. 20; the landscape and still-life arrangement have been areas of concentration for Randy Richmond for much of his career as an artist; the ArtSpace Gallery is located on the first floor of Building 4.
Event Title: Metaphors, Mythologies, and a Bucket Full of Shadow: Photography by Randal Richmond. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.bhc.edu. John Hunting Hansen: Toil
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 27; the artist explores art’s role in his life as a record of his own humanity and a fascination with how discarded material can tell the story of one’s life; Mon.-Thu. 9am-4pm; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: John Hunting Hansen: Toil. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Metaphors, Mythologies, and a Bucket Full of Shadow: Photography by Randal Richmond
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Feb. 20; the landscape and still-life arrangement have been areas of concentration for Randy Richmond for much of his career as an artist; the ArtSpace Gallery is located on the first floor of Building 4.
Event Title: Metaphors, Mythologies, and a Bucket Full of Shadow: Photography by Randal Richmond. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.bhc.edu. Free Senior Day
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
all seniors age 60 and up receive free admission, as well as 10 percent off in the Museum Store; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Free Senior Day. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. February Open Clay Studio
Thursdays thru Feb. 26; with instructor Laura Warner; registering for this course allows you access to your clay, our space and equipment, and shelf space for work-in-progress during the open studio hours; $35-40; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: February Open Clay Studio. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. February Open Clay Studio
Classes
Thursdays thru Feb. 26; with instructor Laura Warner; registering for this course allows you access to your clay, our space and equipment, and shelf space for work-in-progress during the open studio hours; $35-40; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: February Open Clay Studio. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Quilled Greeting Cards
Thursdays thru Feb. 26; with instructor Ranjani Gopikrishna; students will learn about the colorful world of paper quilling; this technique involves rolling, twisting, and shaping paper into delicate patterns to create a unique piece of art; we will create four different quilled cards, to make our February extra special; no prior experience is needed; join us to create and enjoy the relaxing rhythm of paper art; $90-100; for information and to register, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Quilled Greeting Cards. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Quilled Greeting Cards
Classes
Thursdays thru Feb. 26; with instructor Ranjani Gopikrishna; students will learn about the colorful world of paper quilling; this technique involves rolling, twisting, and shaping paper into delicate patterns to create a unique piece of art; we will create four different quilled cards, to make our February extra special; no prior experience is needed; join us to create and enjoy the relaxing rhythm of paper art; $90-100; for information and to register, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Quilled Greeting Cards. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Adult DIY: Valentine Cards
the cards are meant to be given to your friends for Galentine's Day; space is limited and registration is required; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Adult DIY: Valentine Cards. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Adult DIY: Valentine Cards
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the cards are meant to be given to your friends for Galentine's Day; space is limited and registration is required; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Adult DIY: Valentine Cards. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.