A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space
thru Aug. 20; artists Maggie Adams and Aykeem Spivey demonstrate how, in this period of incubation, black-or-white thinking is disrupted by a bold labor of love; for information, contact Jennifer Ong at jennigerong@augustana.edu.
Event Title: Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space. Venue: Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit www.augustana.edu. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art is the Word: Text in Art
thru May 17; the exhibition invites the viewer to consider how text appears in art and the impact it can have; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Art is the Word: Text in Art. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa
thru May 29; this all-Iowa, open call, juried art exhibition highlights the talented artists working in fiber in the state, drawing attention to the rich variety, conceptual prowess and technical skill of their work; artists are invited to submit up to three works available for display; the submitted artworks must be rooted in fiber or utilize textile techniques but may include additional materials; this includes, but is not limited to, quilting, weaving, needle arts, felting, textile-based sculpture, dyeing, etc. or any combination thereof; the work may encompass any
approach from representational to abstract; traditional or functional, to avant-garde; no entry fee; for information, call 319-366-7503; submit entries to jjessen@crma.org.
Event Title: Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition
thru Apr. 11; GALEX is the combination of the words Galesburg and Exhibition; what began as a regional exhibition has grown into a national competition/exhibition celebrating its 59th year; open to artists working in all mediums, this year's juror, Ruth Lantz, will award over $2,500 in prizes choosing over 70+ works for the exhibition.
Event Title: Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition. Venue: Galesburg Community Arts Center.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Galesburg Community Arts Center.
For more info visit www.galesburgarts.org. Laber & Mullins
thru Mar. 20; exhibit of paintings by Philip Laber and mixed media pieces from Rachael Mullins; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Laber & Mullins. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder
thru Apr. 27; exhibit of metal and fiber sculpture by Amanda Langer, encaustics by Cindy Lesperance, and Japanese tiles by Nick Schroeder; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder. Venue: Quad City Arts Art @ the Airport.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. 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, March 19, 2026.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu. Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner
thru Apr. 24; the work in this exhibition reflects a busy life, but one filled with art and visual experience, found out of the corner of the eye and drawn while on break, sitting in the grass; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Muddling Through
thru Apr. 11; a mixed media installation from Iowa artist Mirzam Perez; the exhibit brings together sculpture and mixed media to explore resilience, identity, and the quiet labor of endurance through both personal and collective experience; Fridays 4-6pm, Saturdays noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mailgallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Muddling Through. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight
thru Aug. 2; the exhibit features the work of internationally acclaimed artist Singletary and tells the story of Raven, an important trickster figure in Tlingit culture who transformed the world, bringing light to people via the stars, moon, and sun; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Rocks, Minerals, & Gems: The Olsen Collection
thru Mar. 20; amethyst cathedrals, diamonds, Lake Superior agates, opals, geodes, and more spanning over five decades of curiosity, craftsmanship, and global exploration are on display; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Rocks, Minerals, & Gems: The Olsen Collection. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman
thru Aug. 16; Dara Birnbaum assembles scenes from the 1970s Wonder Woman television series starring Lynda Carter; throughout the video, Wonder Woman spins, transforming again and again from her alter ego, Diana Prince, into the Amazonian superheroine; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects
thru Apr. 3; exhibit of mixed media assemblage; located on the first floor of Building 4 at the Quad-Cities Campus; free; for information, email ArtDesign@bhc.edu.
Event Title: Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa
Calls For Entry
thru May 29; this all-Iowa, open call, juried art exhibition highlights the talented artists working in fiber in the state, drawing attention to the rich variety, conceptual prowess and technical skill of their work; artists are invited to submit up to three works available for display; the submitted artworks must be rooted in fiber or utilize textile techniques but may include additional materials; this includes, but is not limited to, quilting, weaving, needle arts, felting, textile-based sculpture, dyeing, etc. or any combination thereof; the work may encompass any
approach from representational to abstract; traditional or functional, to avant-garde; no entry fee; for information, call 319-366-7503; submit entries to jjessen@crma.org.
Event Title: Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 20; artists Maggie Adams and Aykeem Spivey demonstrate how, in this period of incubation, black-or-white thinking is disrupted by a bold labor of love; for information, contact Jennifer Ong at jennigerong@augustana.edu.
Event Title: Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space. Venue: Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit www.augustana.edu. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Art is the Word: Text in Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru May 17; the exhibition invites the viewer to consider how text appears in art and the impact it can have; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Art is the Word: Text in Art. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 11; GALEX is the combination of the words Galesburg and Exhibition; what began as a regional exhibition has grown into a national competition/exhibition celebrating its 59th year; open to artists working in all mediums, this year's juror, Ruth Lantz, will award over $2,500 in prizes choosing over 70+ works for the exhibition.
Event Title: Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition. Venue: Galesburg Community Arts Center.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Galesburg Community Arts Center.
For more info visit www.galesburgarts.org. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Laber & Mullins
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 20; exhibit of paintings by Philip Laber and mixed media pieces from Rachael Mullins; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Laber & Mullins. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 27; exhibit of metal and fiber sculpture by Amanda Langer, encaustics by Cindy Lesperance, and Japanese tiles by Nick Schroeder; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder. Venue: Quad City Arts Art @ the Airport.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. 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, March 19, 2026.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu. Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 24; the work in this exhibition reflects a busy life, but one filled with art and visual experience, found out of the corner of the eye and drawn while on break, sitting in the grass; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Muddling Through
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 11; a mixed media installation from Iowa artist Mirzam Perez; the exhibit brings together sculpture and mixed media to explore resilience, identity, and the quiet labor of endurance through both personal and collective experience; Fridays 4-6pm, Saturdays noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mailgallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Muddling Through. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 2; the exhibit features the work of internationally acclaimed artist Singletary and tells the story of Raven, an important trickster figure in Tlingit culture who transformed the world, bringing light to people via the stars, moon, and sun; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Rocks, Minerals, & Gems: The Olsen Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 20; amethyst cathedrals, diamonds, Lake Superior agates, opals, geodes, and more spanning over five decades of curiosity, craftsmanship, and global exploration are on display; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Rocks, Minerals, & Gems: The Olsen Collection. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 16; Dara Birnbaum assembles scenes from the 1970s Wonder Woman television series starring Lynda Carter; throughout the video, Wonder Woman spins, transforming again and again from her alter ego, Diana Prince, into the Amazonian superheroine; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 3; exhibit of mixed media assemblage; located on the first floor of Building 4 at the Quad-Cities Campus; free; for information, email ArtDesign@bhc.edu.
Event Title: Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Music and Maker's Night with Special Tour: Women's History Month
enjoy an art-making activity and live music in the Figge's Quad City Bank & Trust Grand Lobby with a special tour, beginning at 6 and 7pm; 5pm Figge bar open for food and beverages (cards only), 6pm program; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Music and Maker's Night with Special Tour: Women's History Month. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Music and Maker's Night with Special Tour: Women's History Month
enjoy an art-making activity and live music in the Figge's Quad City Bank & Trust Grand Lobby with a special tour beginning at 6 and 7pm; 5pm Figge Bar open with food available (cards only), 6pm program; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Music and Maker's Night with Special Tour: Women's History Month. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Music and Maker's Night with Special Tour: Women's History Month
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
enjoy an art-making activity and live music in the Figge's Quad City Bank & Trust Grand Lobby with a special tour, beginning at 6 and 7pm; 5pm Figge bar open for food and beverages (cards only), 6pm program; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Music and Maker's Night with Special Tour: Women's History Month. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space
thru Aug. 20; artists Maggie Adams and Aykeem Spivey demonstrate how, in this period of incubation, black-or-white thinking is disrupted by a bold labor of love; for information, contact Jennifer Ong at jennigerong@augustana.edu.
Event Title: Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space. Venue: Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit www.augustana.edu. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art is the Word: Text in Art
thru May 17; the exhibition invites the viewer to consider how text appears in art and the impact it can have; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Art is the Word: Text in Art. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa
thru May 29; this all-Iowa, open call, juried art exhibition highlights the talented artists working in fiber in the state, drawing attention to the rich variety, conceptual prowess and technical skill of their work; artists are invited to submit up to three works available for display; the submitted artworks must be rooted in fiber or utilize textile techniques but may include additional materials; this includes, but is not limited to, quilting, weaving, needle arts, felting, textile-based sculpture, dyeing, etc. or any combination thereof; the work may encompass any
approach from representational to abstract; traditional or functional, to avant-garde; no entry fee; for information, call 319-366-7503; submit entries to jjessen@crma.org.
Event Title: Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition
thru Apr. 11; GALEX is the combination of the words Galesburg and Exhibition; what began as a regional exhibition has grown into a national competition/exhibition celebrating its 59th year; open to artists working in all mediums, this year's juror, Ruth Lantz, will award over $2,500 in prizes choosing over 70+ works for the exhibition.
Event Title: Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition. Venue: Galesburg Community Arts Center.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Galesburg Community Arts Center.
For more info visit www.galesburgarts.org. Laber & Mullins
thru Mar. 20; exhibit of paintings by Philip Laber and mixed media pieces from Rachael Mullins; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Laber & Mullins. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder
thru Apr. 27; exhibit of metal and fiber sculpture by Amanda Langer, encaustics by Cindy Lesperance, and Japanese tiles by Nick Schroeder; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder. Venue: Quad City Arts Art @ the Airport.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. 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.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu. Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner
thru Apr. 24; the work in this exhibition reflects a busy life, but one filled with art and visual experience, found out of the corner of the eye and drawn while on break, sitting in the grass; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Muddling Through
thru Apr. 11; a mixed media installation from Iowa artist Mirzam Perez; the exhibit brings together sculpture and mixed media to explore resilience, identity, and the quiet labor of endurance through both personal and collective experience; Fridays 4-6pm, Saturdays noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mailgallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Muddling Through. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight
thru Aug. 2; the exhibit features the work of internationally acclaimed artist Singletary and tells the story of Raven, an important trickster figure in Tlingit culture who transformed the world, bringing light to people via the stars, moon, and sun; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Rocks, Minerals, & Gems: The Olsen Collection
thru Mar. 20; amethyst cathedrals, diamonds, Lake Superior agates, opals, geodes, and more spanning over five decades of curiosity, craftsmanship, and global exploration are on display; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Rocks, Minerals, & Gems: The Olsen Collection. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman
thru Aug. 16; Dara Birnbaum assembles scenes from the 1970s Wonder Woman television series starring Lynda Carter; throughout the video, Wonder Woman spins, transforming again and again from her alter ego, Diana Prince, into the Amazonian superheroine; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects
thru Apr. 3; exhibit of mixed media assemblage; located on the first floor of Building 4 at the Quad-Cities Campus; free; for information, email ArtDesign@bhc.edu.
Event Title: Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa
Calls For Entry
thru May 29; this all-Iowa, open call, juried art exhibition highlights the talented artists working in fiber in the state, drawing attention to the rich variety, conceptual prowess and technical skill of their work; artists are invited to submit up to three works available for display; the submitted artworks must be rooted in fiber or utilize textile techniques but may include additional materials; this includes, but is not limited to, quilting, weaving, needle arts, felting, textile-based sculpture, dyeing, etc. or any combination thereof; the work may encompass any
approach from representational to abstract; traditional or functional, to avant-garde; no entry fee; for information, call 319-366-7503; submit entries to jjessen@crma.org.
Event Title: Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 20; artists Maggie Adams and Aykeem Spivey demonstrate how, in this period of incubation, black-or-white thinking is disrupted by a bold labor of love; for information, contact Jennifer Ong at jennigerong@augustana.edu.
Event Title: Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space. Venue: Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit www.augustana.edu. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Art is the Word: Text in Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru May 17; the exhibition invites the viewer to consider how text appears in art and the impact it can have; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Art is the Word: Text in Art. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 11; GALEX is the combination of the words Galesburg and Exhibition; what began as a regional exhibition has grown into a national competition/exhibition celebrating its 59th year; open to artists working in all mediums, this year's juror, Ruth Lantz, will award over $2,500 in prizes choosing over 70+ works for the exhibition.
Event Title: Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition. Venue: Galesburg Community Arts Center.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Galesburg Community Arts Center.
For more info visit www.galesburgarts.org. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Laber & Mullins
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 20; exhibit of paintings by Philip Laber and mixed media pieces from Rachael Mullins; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Laber & Mullins. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 27; exhibit of metal and fiber sculpture by Amanda Langer, encaustics by Cindy Lesperance, and Japanese tiles by Nick Schroeder; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder. Venue: Quad City Arts Art @ the Airport.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. 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.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu. Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 24; the work in this exhibition reflects a busy life, but one filled with art and visual experience, found out of the corner of the eye and drawn while on break, sitting in the grass; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Muddling Through
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 11; a mixed media installation from Iowa artist Mirzam Perez; the exhibit brings together sculpture and mixed media to explore resilience, identity, and the quiet labor of endurance through both personal and collective experience; Fridays 4-6pm, Saturdays noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mailgallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Muddling Through. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 2; the exhibit features the work of internationally acclaimed artist Singletary and tells the story of Raven, an important trickster figure in Tlingit culture who transformed the world, bringing light to people via the stars, moon, and sun; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Rocks, Minerals, & Gems: The Olsen Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 20; amethyst cathedrals, diamonds, Lake Superior agates, opals, geodes, and more spanning over five decades of curiosity, craftsmanship, and global exploration are on display; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Rocks, Minerals, & Gems: The Olsen Collection. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 16; Dara Birnbaum assembles scenes from the 1970s Wonder Woman television series starring Lynda Carter; throughout the video, Wonder Woman spins, transforming again and again from her alter ego, Diana Prince, into the Amazonian superheroine; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 3; exhibit of mixed media assemblage; located on the first floor of Building 4 at the Quad-Cities Campus; free; for information, email ArtDesign@bhc.edu.
Event Title: Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Friday, March 20, 2026.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Adult Arts & Crafts: Painting with Anna Davis – Tulip Time
artist Anna Davis will lead us in painting a masterpiece featuring springtime tulips; no painting experience necessary; Anna will help you along; limited to 20 participants; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Adult Arts & Crafts: Painting with Anna Davis – Tulip Time. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Friday, March 20, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Adult Arts & Crafts: Painting with Anna Davis – Tulip Time
Classes
artist Anna Davis will lead us in painting a masterpiece featuring springtime tulips; no painting experience necessary; Anna will help you along; limited to 20 participants; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Adult Arts & Crafts: Painting with Anna Davis – Tulip Time. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Friday, March 20, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Figure Drawing
with alternating instructors Peter Xiao and Paul Lange; learn figure drawing by practicing your skills and adapting to change in these facilitated classes (not instructed); bring your own supplies; all non-toxic and non-photographic media are welcome; Facilitator: Peter, Model: Michael; $15; for information and to register, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Figure Drawing. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 20, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Figure Drawing
Classes
with alternating instructors Peter Xiao and Paul Lange; learn figure drawing by practicing your skills and adapting to change in these facilitated classes (not instructed); bring your own supplies; all non-toxic and non-photographic media are welcome; Facilitator: Peter, Model: Michael; $15; for information and to register, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Figure Drawing. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, March 20, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space
thru Aug. 20; artists Maggie Adams and Aykeem Spivey demonstrate how, in this period of incubation, black-or-white thinking is disrupted by a bold labor of love; for information, contact Jennifer Ong at jennigerong@augustana.edu.
Event Title: Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space. Venue: Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit www.augustana.edu. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art is the Word: Text in Art
thru May 17; the exhibition invites the viewer to consider how text appears in art and the impact it can have; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Art is the Word: Text in Art. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa
thru May 29; this all-Iowa, open call, juried art exhibition highlights the talented artists working in fiber in the state, drawing attention to the rich variety, conceptual prowess and technical skill of their work; artists are invited to submit up to three works available for display; the submitted artworks must be rooted in fiber or utilize textile techniques but may include additional materials; this includes, but is not limited to, quilting, weaving, needle arts, felting, textile-based sculpture, dyeing, etc. or any combination thereof; the work may encompass any
approach from representational to abstract; traditional or functional, to avant-garde; no entry fee; for information, call 319-366-7503; submit entries to jjessen@crma.org.
Event Title: Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition
thru Apr. 11; GALEX is the combination of the words Galesburg and Exhibition; what began as a regional exhibition has grown into a national competition/exhibition celebrating its 59th year; open to artists working in all mediums, this year's juror, Ruth Lantz, will award over $2,500 in prizes choosing over 70+ works for the exhibition.
Event Title: Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition. Venue: Galesburg Community Arts Center.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Galesburg Community Arts Center.
For more info visit www.galesburgarts.org. Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder
thru Apr. 27; exhibit of metal and fiber sculpture by Amanda Langer, encaustics by Cindy Lesperance, and Japanese tiles by Nick Schroeder; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder. Venue: Quad City Arts Art @ the Airport.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. 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.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu. Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner
thru Apr. 24; the work in this exhibition reflects a busy life, but one filled with art and visual experience, found out of the corner of the eye and drawn while on break, sitting in the grass; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Muddling Through
thru Apr. 11; a mixed media installation from Iowa artist Mirzam Perez; the exhibit brings together sculpture and mixed media to explore resilience, identity, and the quiet labor of endurance through both personal and collective experience; Fridays 4-6pm, Saturdays noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mailgallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Muddling Through. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight
thru Aug. 2; the exhibit features the work of internationally acclaimed artist Singletary and tells the story of Raven, an important trickster figure in Tlingit culture who transformed the world, bringing light to people via the stars, moon, and sun; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman
thru Aug. 16; Dara Birnbaum assembles scenes from the 1970s Wonder Woman television series starring Lynda Carter; throughout the video, Wonder Woman spins, transforming again and again from her alter ego, Diana Prince, into the Amazonian superheroine; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects
thru Apr. 3; exhibit of mixed media assemblage; located on the first floor of Building 4 at the Quad-Cities Campus; free; for information, email ArtDesign@bhc.edu.
Event Title: Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf
thru March 29; this annual, fan-favorite exhibition features student artwork from 8 local school districts, supporting local art education; this imaginative whirlwind of art changes every two weeks, complete with 76 frames, hundreds of student artworks, and Sunday student recognition receptions, featuring free admission thanks to our generous sponsors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa
Calls For Entry
thru May 29; this all-Iowa, open call, juried art exhibition highlights the talented artists working in fiber in the state, drawing attention to the rich variety, conceptual prowess and technical skill of their work; artists are invited to submit up to three works available for display; the submitted artworks must be rooted in fiber or utilize textile techniques but may include additional materials; this includes, but is not limited to, quilting, weaving, needle arts, felting, textile-based sculpture, dyeing, etc. or any combination thereof; the work may encompass any
approach from representational to abstract; traditional or functional, to avant-garde; no entry fee; for information, call 319-366-7503; submit entries to jjessen@crma.org.
Event Title: Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 20; artists Maggie Adams and Aykeem Spivey demonstrate how, in this period of incubation, black-or-white thinking is disrupted by a bold labor of love; for information, contact Jennifer Ong at jennigerong@augustana.edu.
Event Title: Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space. Venue: Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit www.augustana.edu. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Art is the Word: Text in Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru May 17; the exhibition invites the viewer to consider how text appears in art and the impact it can have; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Art is the Word: Text in Art. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 11; GALEX is the combination of the words Galesburg and Exhibition; what began as a regional exhibition has grown into a national competition/exhibition celebrating its 59th year; open to artists working in all mediums, this year's juror, Ruth Lantz, will award over $2,500 in prizes choosing over 70+ works for the exhibition.
Event Title: Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition. Venue: Galesburg Community Arts Center.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Galesburg Community Arts Center.
For more info visit www.galesburgarts.org. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 27; exhibit of metal and fiber sculpture by Amanda Langer, encaustics by Cindy Lesperance, and Japanese tiles by Nick Schroeder; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder. Venue: Quad City Arts Art @ the Airport.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. 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.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu. Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 24; the work in this exhibition reflects a busy life, but one filled with art and visual experience, found out of the corner of the eye and drawn while on break, sitting in the grass; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Muddling Through
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 11; a mixed media installation from Iowa artist Mirzam Perez; the exhibit brings together sculpture and mixed media to explore resilience, identity, and the quiet labor of endurance through both personal and collective experience; Fridays 4-6pm, Saturdays noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mailgallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Muddling Through. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 2; the exhibit features the work of internationally acclaimed artist Singletary and tells the story of Raven, an important trickster figure in Tlingit culture who transformed the world, bringing light to people via the stars, moon, and sun; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 16; Dara Birnbaum assembles scenes from the 1970s Wonder Woman television series starring Lynda Carter; throughout the video, Wonder Woman spins, transforming again and again from her alter ego, Diana Prince, into the Amazonian superheroine; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 3; exhibit of mixed media assemblage; located on the first floor of Building 4 at the Quad-Cities Campus; free; for information, email ArtDesign@bhc.edu.
Event Title: Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru March 29; this annual, fan-favorite exhibition features student artwork from 8 local school districts, supporting local art education; this imaginative whirlwind of art changes every two weeks, complete with 76 frames, hundreds of student artworks, and Sunday student recognition receptions, featuring free admission thanks to our generous sponsors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. QC Veterans Outreach Center’s Spring Vendor & Craft Show
Mar. 21 & 22; whether you’re hunting for fresh décor to brighten up your home or searching for unique, handmade gifts for friends and family, this event has a little something for everyone; the Easter Bunny will be hopping by for visits throughout the weekend (Sat. 9-11am and 1-2pm; Sun. 11am-1pm); for information, call
563-529-4782.
Event Title: QC Veterans Outreach Center’s Spring Vendor & Craft Show. Venue: Quad Cities Veterans Outreach Center.
Saturday, March 21, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Quad Cities Veterans Outreach Center.
For more info visit www.qcvetsoutreach.com. QC Veterans Outreach Center’s Spring Vendor & Craft Show
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
Mar. 21 & 22; whether you’re hunting for fresh décor to brighten up your home or searching for unique, handmade gifts for friends and family, this event has a little something for everyone; the Easter Bunny will be hopping by for visits throughout the weekend (Sat. 9-11am and 1-2pm; Sun. 11am-1pm); for information, call
563-529-4782.
Event Title: QC Veterans Outreach Center’s Spring Vendor & Craft Show. Venue: Quad Cities Veterans Outreach Center.
Saturday, March 21, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Quad Cities Veterans Outreach Center.
For more info visit www.qcvetsoutreach.com. Oil Painting with Dave Anderson
on Saturdays; as students move beyond the beginning principles of oil painting, they will learn the value of composition and how light effects color while applying it to still-life, landscape, and portraits; each class will build upon the last, moving students forward in the art of oil; this class is offered all year round and with your $125-140 purchase you receive four classes beginning the Saturday of your choice; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Oil Painting with Dave Anderson. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 21, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Oil Painting with Dave Anderson
Classes
on Saturdays; as students move beyond the beginning principles of oil painting, they will learn the value of composition and how light effects color while applying it to still-life, landscape, and portraits; each class will build upon the last, moving students forward in the art of oil; this class is offered all year round and with your $125-140 purchase you receive four classes beginning the Saturday of your choice; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Oil Painting with Dave Anderson. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, March 21, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Foil & Frit
with instructor Karen Kubby; this is a “next steps” lampworking glass about two embellishment techniques; learn to wrap metal foil around a warm bead and encase it without burning off the foil; practice using different sizes of glass frit to get color and texture; if time, play with combining these techniques; $120; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Foil & Frit. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Saturday, March 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Foil & Frit
Classes
with instructor Karen Kubby; this is a “next steps” lampworking glass about two embellishment techniques; learn to wrap metal foil around a warm bead and encase it without burning off the foil; practice using different sizes of glass frit to get color and texture; if time, play with combining these techniques; $120; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Foil & Frit. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Saturday, March 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space
thru Aug. 20; artists Maggie Adams and Aykeem Spivey demonstrate how, in this period of incubation, black-or-white thinking is disrupted by a bold labor of love; for information, contact Jennifer Ong at jennigerong@augustana.edu.
Event Title: Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space. Venue: Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit www.augustana.edu. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art is the Word: Text in Art
thru May 17; the exhibition invites the viewer to consider how text appears in art and the impact it can have; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Art is the Word: Text in Art. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa
thru May 29; this all-Iowa, open call, juried art exhibition highlights the talented artists working in fiber in the state, drawing attention to the rich variety, conceptual prowess and technical skill of their work; artists are invited to submit up to three works available for display; the submitted artworks must be rooted in fiber or utilize textile techniques but may include additional materials; this includes, but is not limited to, quilting, weaving, needle arts, felting, textile-based sculpture, dyeing, etc. or any combination thereof; the work may encompass any
approach from representational to abstract; traditional or functional, to avant-garde; no entry fee; for information, call 319-366-7503; submit entries to jjessen@crma.org.
Event Title: Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition
thru Apr. 11; GALEX is the combination of the words Galesburg and Exhibition; what began as a regional exhibition has grown into a national competition/exhibition celebrating its 59th year; open to artists working in all mediums, this year's juror, Ruth Lantz, will award over $2,500 in prizes choosing over 70+ works for the exhibition.
Event Title: Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition. Venue: Galesburg Community Arts Center.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Galesburg Community Arts Center.
For more info visit www.galesburgarts.org. Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder
thru Apr. 27; exhibit of metal and fiber sculpture by Amanda Langer, encaustics by Cindy Lesperance, and Japanese tiles by Nick Schroeder; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder. Venue: Quad City Arts Art @ the Airport.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. 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, March 22, 2026.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu. Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner
thru Apr. 24; the work in this exhibition reflects a busy life, but one filled with art and visual experience, found out of the corner of the eye and drawn while on break, sitting in the grass; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Muddling Through
thru Apr. 11; a mixed media installation from Iowa artist Mirzam Perez; the exhibit brings together sculpture and mixed media to explore resilience, identity, and the quiet labor of endurance through both personal and collective experience; Fridays 4-6pm, Saturdays noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mailgallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Muddling Through. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight
thru Aug. 2; the exhibit features the work of internationally acclaimed artist Singletary and tells the story of Raven, an important trickster figure in Tlingit culture who transformed the world, bringing light to people via the stars, moon, and sun; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman
thru Aug. 16; Dara Birnbaum assembles scenes from the 1970s Wonder Woman television series starring Lynda Carter; throughout the video, Wonder Woman spins, transforming again and again from her alter ego, Diana Prince, into the Amazonian superheroine; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects
thru Apr. 3; exhibit of mixed media assemblage; located on the first floor of Building 4 at the Quad-Cities Campus; free; for information, email ArtDesign@bhc.edu.
Event Title: Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf
thru March 29; this annual, fan-favorite exhibition features student artwork from 8 local school districts, supporting local art education; this imaginative whirlwind of art changes every two weeks, complete with 76 frames, hundreds of student artworks, and Sunday student recognition receptions, featuring free admission thanks to our generous sponsors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa
Calls For Entry
thru May 29; this all-Iowa, open call, juried art exhibition highlights the talented artists working in fiber in the state, drawing attention to the rich variety, conceptual prowess and technical skill of their work; artists are invited to submit up to three works available for display; the submitted artworks must be rooted in fiber or utilize textile techniques but may include additional materials; this includes, but is not limited to, quilting, weaving, needle arts, felting, textile-based sculpture, dyeing, etc. or any combination thereof; the work may encompass any
approach from representational to abstract; traditional or functional, to avant-garde; no entry fee; for information, call 319-366-7503; submit entries to jjessen@crma.org.
Event Title: Call for Entry -- Threading the Needle: Fiber Art in Iowa. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 20; artists Maggie Adams and Aykeem Spivey demonstrate how, in this period of incubation, black-or-white thinking is disrupted by a bold labor of love; for information, contact Jennifer Ong at jennigerong@augustana.edu.
Event Title: Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space. Venue: Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit www.augustana.edu. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Art is the Word: Text in Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru May 17; the exhibition invites the viewer to consider how text appears in art and the impact it can have; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Art is the Word: Text in Art. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 11; GALEX is the combination of the words Galesburg and Exhibition; what began as a regional exhibition has grown into a national competition/exhibition celebrating its 59th year; open to artists working in all mediums, this year's juror, Ruth Lantz, will award over $2,500 in prizes choosing over 70+ works for the exhibition.
Event Title: Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition. Venue: Galesburg Community Arts Center.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Galesburg Community Arts Center.
For more info visit www.galesburgarts.org. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 27; exhibit of metal and fiber sculpture by Amanda Langer, encaustics by Cindy Lesperance, and Japanese tiles by Nick Schroeder; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder. Venue: Quad City Arts Art @ the Airport.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. 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, March 22, 2026.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu. Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 24; the work in this exhibition reflects a busy life, but one filled with art and visual experience, found out of the corner of the eye and drawn while on break, sitting in the grass; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Living Collection: Works on Paper by Jason Eisner. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Muddling Through
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 11; a mixed media installation from Iowa artist Mirzam Perez; the exhibit brings together sculpture and mixed media to explore resilience, identity, and the quiet labor of endurance through both personal and collective experience; Fridays 4-6pm, Saturdays noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, e-mailgallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Muddling Through. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 2; the exhibit features the work of internationally acclaimed artist Singletary and tells the story of Raven, an important trickster figure in Tlingit culture who transformed the world, bringing light to people via the stars, moon, and sun; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 16; Dara Birnbaum assembles scenes from the 1970s Wonder Woman television series starring Lynda Carter; throughout the video, Wonder Woman spins, transforming again and again from her alter ego, Diana Prince, into the Amazonian superheroine; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 3; exhibit of mixed media assemblage; located on the first floor of Building 4 at the Quad-Cities Campus; free; for information, email ArtDesign@bhc.edu.
Event Title: Wayne Bertola: Imperfect Objects. Venue: Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru March 29; this annual, fan-favorite exhibition features student artwork from 8 local school districts, supporting local art education; this imaginative whirlwind of art changes every two weeks, complete with 76 frames, hundreds of student artworks, and Sunday student recognition receptions, featuring free admission thanks to our generous sponsors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. QC Veterans Outreach Center’s Spring Vendor & Craft Show
Mar. 21 & 22; whether you’re hunting for fresh décor to brighten up your home or searching for unique, handmade gifts for friends and family, this event has a little something for everyone; the Easter Bunny will be hopping by for visits throughout the weekend (Sat. 9-11am and 1-2pm; Sun. 11am-1pm); for information, call
563-529-4782.
Event Title: QC Veterans Outreach Center’s Spring Vendor & Craft Show. Venue: Quad Cities Veterans Outreach Center.
Sunday, March 22, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Quad Cities Veterans Outreach Center.
For more info visit www.qcvetsoutreach.com. QC Veterans Outreach Center’s Spring Vendor & Craft Show
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
Mar. 21 & 22; whether you’re hunting for fresh décor to brighten up your home or searching for unique, handmade gifts for friends and family, this event has a little something for everyone; the Easter Bunny will be hopping by for visits throughout the weekend (Sat. 9-11am and 1-2pm; Sun. 11am-1pm); for information, call
563-529-4782.
Event Title: QC Veterans Outreach Center’s Spring Vendor & Craft Show. Venue: Quad Cities Veterans Outreach Center.
Sunday, March 22, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Quad Cities Veterans Outreach Center.
For more info visit www.qcvetsoutreach.com. Art Off the Wall Fundraiser
bid on hand-selected artworks while enjoying mimosas and delicious brunch bites; treat yourself or surprise your favorite art lover with a stunning new piece, all while supporting the Figge’s mission of bringing art and people together; from exquisite paintings and captivating photography to unique ceramics, antiques, sculptures, and jewelry, there’s something for every taste; $35; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Off the Wall Fundraiser. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 22, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Off the Wall Fundraiser
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
bid on hand-selected artworks while enjoying mimosas and delicious brunch bites; treat yourself or surprise your favorite art lover with a stunning new piece, all while supporting the Figge’s mission of bringing art and people together; from exquisite paintings and captivating photography to unique ceramics, antiques, sculptures, and jewelry, there’s something for every taste; $35; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Off the Wall Fundraiser. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 22, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Basket Weave Cuff
with instructor Zanetta Hoehle; in this updated project, we use 7 base wires and 3 simultaneous weaving wires to create the pattern for this cuff bracelet; tips and tricks for controlling long lengths of wire will be shared; learn how to end the weaving wires, shape the cuff, and create a hook closure; $88; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Basket Weave Cuff. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Sunday, March 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Basket Weave Cuff
Classes
with instructor Zanetta Hoehle; in this updated project, we use 7 base wires and 3 simultaneous weaving wires to create the pattern for this cuff bracelet; tips and tricks for controlling long lengths of wire will be shared; learn how to end the weaving wires, shape the cuff, and create a hook closure; $88; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Basket Weave Cuff. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Sunday, March 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com.