A Golden Age for Whom?
thru Sept. 20; the exhibit will bring together contemporary artists responding to the themes and aesthetics explored in our concurrent exhibition "The Golden Age: Featuring Northern European Works from the National Gallery of Art"; the two exhibitions will be installed in adjoining galleries, allowing visitors to move directly between historic works and contemporary responses; the exhibition will feature both loans and works from the Figge’s collection, including pieces by Beth Lipman, Oliver Okolo, Yasumasa Morimura, Fabiola Jean-Louis, and others; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Golden Age for Whom? Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick
thru Nov. 2; exhibit of abstract paintings by James Bowden and fused-glass art by Barbara Shultz-Hetrick; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America
thru Jan. 3; this exhibition presents a striking series of collaborative portrait panels by Iowa City artists Michael and Connie Roberts, featuring notable figures from American history; Michael’s carefully rendered likenesses combine with Connie’s hand-carved sculptural storytelling; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Corn Zone
thru Sept. 27; this Figge favorite features a “field” of oversized blown-glass ears of corn carefully suspended from the museum's ceiling; "Corn Zone" was created by Wisconsin glass artist Michael Meilahn and video and sound designer Nick Nebel; this installation explores the story of agriculture in the region and highlights contemporary issues such as genetic modification; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Corn Zone. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fabric of the Community
thru Aug. 29; an artist exhibition by Taissir Abdelgadir Salim, a Sudanese visual artist living in Iowa City; Taissir is concerned with issues of art and identity, migration, and social interaction; she uses art as a means of expression and community dialogue, and through her work seeks to create social, cultural, and human impact within the community of Iowa City; Wed. 5-7pm, Sat. noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, contact Laura Moser, PS1's Community Stewardship Director, at laura@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Fabric of the Community. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. McCarty-Tomlinson & Sherman
thru Oct. 1; exhibit of paintings by Coleen McCarty-Tomlinson and marbled paper by Connie Sherman; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: McCarty-Tomlinson & Sherman. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Muscatine & the Civil War
thru May 30; a powerful exhibition that brings the national conflict into sharp local focus while exploring how one river town was forever changed by war; through letters, photographs, and deeply personal artifacts, visitors encounter the courage and sacrifice of Muscatine citizens who answered the call to serve; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 pm; donations appreciated; for more information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: Muscatine & the Civil War. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org. Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats
thru Aug. 30; this exhibition places Peter's box assemblages in conversation with those of his son, artist Bill Stamats; each applies their own unique artistic vision to the form, and together they demonstrate an artistic heritage that continues today; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Paint It Back
thru Aug. 22; a full lineup of artists will take over a new block of downtown Clinton, the intersection of 6th Avenue South and South 2nd street, turning three walls into vibrant stories through large-scale murals, creativity, and collaboration; the public is invited to watch the walls evolve from blank spaces into works of art.
Event Title: Paint It Back. Venue: Downtown Clinton.
Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Downtown Clinton.
For more info visit paintitback.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, August 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque
thru Sep. 25; 18 artists brought their unique style, color palette, and preferred medium to create 35 pieces of work en plein air showcasing UD’s main campus, the Babka Aviation Learning Center, and Wolter Woods and Prairies Environmental Stewardship and Retreat Center; Mom.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Visions of America: The Nation at 250
thru Sept. 13; from nostalgic to critical, the works drawn from the permanent collection and presented in this exhibition form a multi-faceted portrait of a vast and complex country; 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: Visions of America: The Nation at 250. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. A Golden Age for Whom?
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Sept. 20; the exhibit will bring together contemporary artists responding to the themes and aesthetics explored in our concurrent exhibition "The Golden Age: Featuring Northern European Works from the National Gallery of Art"; the two exhibitions will be installed in adjoining galleries, allowing visitors to move directly between historic works and contemporary responses; the exhibition will feature both loans and works from the Figge’s collection, including pieces by Beth Lipman, Oliver Okolo, Yasumasa Morimura, Fabiola Jean-Louis, and others; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Golden Age for Whom? Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, August 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.
Saturday, August 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.
Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Nov. 2; exhibit of abstract paintings by James Bowden and fused-glass art by Barbara Shultz-Hetrick; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3; this exhibition presents a striking series of collaborative portrait panels by Iowa City artists Michael and Connie Roberts, featuring notable figures from American history; Michael’s carefully rendered likenesses combine with Connie’s hand-carved sculptural storytelling; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Corn Zone
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Sept. 27; this Figge favorite features a “field” of oversized blown-glass ears of corn carefully suspended from the museum's ceiling; "Corn Zone" was created by Wisconsin glass artist Michael Meilahn and video and sound designer Nick Nebel; this installation explores the story of agriculture in the region and highlights contemporary issues such as genetic modification; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Corn Zone. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fabric of the Community
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 29; an artist exhibition by Taissir Abdelgadir Salim, a Sudanese visual artist living in Iowa City; Taissir is concerned with issues of art and identity, migration, and social interaction; she uses art as a means of expression and community dialogue, and through her work seeks to create social, cultural, and human impact within the community of Iowa City; Wed. 5-7pm, Sat. noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, contact Laura Moser, PS1's Community Stewardship Director, at laura@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Fabric of the Community. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. 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, August 22, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, August 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.
Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. McCarty-Tomlinson & Sherman
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 1; exhibit of paintings by Coleen McCarty-Tomlinson and marbled paper by Connie Sherman; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: McCarty-Tomlinson & Sherman. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Muscatine & the Civil War
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru May 30; a powerful exhibition that brings the national conflict into sharp local focus while exploring how one river town was forever changed by war; through letters, photographs, and deeply personal artifacts, visitors encounter the courage and sacrifice of Muscatine citizens who answered the call to serve; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 pm; donations appreciated; for more information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: Muscatine & the Civil War. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org. Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 30; this exhibition places Peter's box assemblages in conversation with those of his son, artist Bill Stamats; each applies their own unique artistic vision to the form, and together they demonstrate an artistic heritage that continues today; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.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, August 22, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Sep. 25; 18 artists brought their unique style, color palette, and preferred medium to create 35 pieces of work en plein air showcasing UD’s main campus, the Babka Aviation Learning Center, and Wolter Woods and Prairies Environmental Stewardship and Retreat Center; Mom.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Visions of America: The Nation at 250
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Sept. 13; from nostalgic to critical, the works drawn from the permanent collection and presented in this exhibition form a multi-faceted portrait of a vast and complex country; 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: Visions of America: The Nation at 250. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Paint It Back
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
thru Aug. 22; a full lineup of artists will take over a new block of downtown Clinton, the intersection of 6th Avenue South and South 2nd street, turning three walls into vibrant stories through large-scale murals, creativity, and collaboration; the public is invited to watch the walls evolve from blank spaces into works of art.
Event Title: Paint It Back. Venue: Downtown Clinton.
Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Downtown Clinton.
For more info visit paintitback.org. Make 2 Bracelets: Intro to Stringing
with instructor Charlie Jakowchuk; this class emphasizes professional stringing and design techniques; you will make two bracelets using Czech Republic pressed glass beads and sterling silver spacers; each will use different stringing materials; one bracelet will be strung on nylon and the second bracelet on flexible wire; you will learn how to use crimp beads to finish the second bracelet; both bracelets will be secure and beautiful; no experience needed; $60; for information, call 563-338-1566.
Event Title: Make 2 Bracelets: Intro to Stringing. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Saturday, August 22, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Make 2 Bracelets: Intro to Stringing
Classes
with instructor Charlie Jakowchuk; this class emphasizes professional stringing and design techniques; you will make two bracelets using Czech Republic pressed glass beads and sterling silver spacers; each will use different stringing materials; one bracelet will be strung on nylon and the second bracelet on flexible wire; you will learn how to use crimp beads to finish the second bracelet; both bracelets will be secure and beautiful; no experience needed; $60; for information, call 563-338-1566.
Event Title: Make 2 Bracelets: Intro to Stringing. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Saturday, August 22, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Grant Wood Studio and Armstrong Visitor Center Opening & Tours
Sat, & Sun.; tours begin at noon on the hour and half hour; admission to the Studio is free for everyone during regular studio hours courtesy of a grant from the Esther and Robert Armstrong Charitable Trust; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Grant Wood Studio and Armstrong Visitor Center Opening & Tours. Venue: Grant Wood Studio.
Saturday, August 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Grant Wood Studio.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Paint It Back Block Party
at the intersection of South 2nd Street and 6th Avenue South; featuring live mural painting and the final touches from artists; food trucks and local vendors; a noon-4pm Kids Zone with activities including painting pavers, painting a giant kids wall, painting spray cans, chalk art, face painting, and other booths; a noon-6pm Art + Fashion Market and creative experiences; a noon-3pm DJ and 3-4pm live music with Drama Major; a 4:30-6pm PiB Fashion Show; 6:30-7:30pm music by High Five Sinners and 8pm music by the Malortians; community activities; a Car Show: Cruise In; and the Street Art Battle, where two visiting artists go head-to-head creating on the same theme and palette in the ultimate public art showdown.
Event Title: Paint It Back Block Party. Venue: Downtown Clinton.
Saturday, August 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Downtown Clinton.
For more info visit paintitback.org. Grant Wood Studio and Armstrong Visitor Center Opening & Tours
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
Sat, & Sun.; tours begin at noon on the hour and half hour; admission to the Studio is free for everyone during regular studio hours courtesy of a grant from the Esther and Robert Armstrong Charitable Trust; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Grant Wood Studio and Armstrong Visitor Center Opening & Tours. Venue: Grant Wood Studio.
Saturday, August 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Grant Wood Studio.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Paint It Back Block Party
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
at the intersection of South 2nd Street and 6th Avenue South; featuring live mural painting and the final touches from artists; food trucks and local vendors; a noon-4pm Kids Zone with activities including painting pavers, painting a giant kids wall, painting spray cans, chalk art, face painting, and other booths; a noon-6pm Art + Fashion Market and creative experiences; a noon-3pm DJ and 3-4pm live music with Drama Major; a 4:30-6pm PiB Fashion Show; 6:30-7:30pm music by High Five Sinners and 8pm music by the Malortians; community activities; a Car Show: Cruise In; and the Street Art Battle, where two visiting artists go head-to-head creating on the same theme and palette in the ultimate public art showdown.
Event Title: Paint It Back Block Party. Venue: Downtown Clinton.
Saturday, August 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Downtown Clinton.
For more info visit paintitback.org. Crafts for Adults: Woodburning
use a handheld woodburning tool to decorate a box; patterns will be provided, but you can freehand your own design, if you wish; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Crafts for Adults: Woodburning. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, August 22, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Make 3 Pairs of Earrings: Intro to Wirework
with instructor Karen Kubby; learn to make earrings for yourself or as gifts; solid instruction on the use of jewelry tools will assist you in making three pairs of earrings; two wirework skills will be practiced and used to make three pairs of earrings; you will make earrings from Czech pressed glass, stone, freshwater pearls, and Swarovski crystals; no experience needed; $68; for information, call 563-338-1566.
Event Title: Make 3 Pairs of Earrings: Intro to Wirework. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Saturday, August 22, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Crafts for Adults: Woodburning
Classes
use a handheld woodburning tool to decorate a box; patterns will be provided, but you can freehand your own design, if you wish; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Crafts for Adults: Woodburning. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, August 22, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Make 3 Pairs of Earrings: Intro to Wirework
Classes
with instructor Karen Kubby; learn to make earrings for yourself or as gifts; solid instruction on the use of jewelry tools will assist you in making three pairs of earrings; two wirework skills will be practiced and used to make three pairs of earrings; you will make earrings from Czech pressed glass, stone, freshwater pearls, and Swarovski crystals; no experience needed; $68; for information, call 563-338-1566.
Event Title: Make 3 Pairs of Earrings: Intro to Wirework. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Saturday, August 22, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. A Golden Age for Whom?
thru Sept. 20; the exhibit will bring together contemporary artists responding to the themes and aesthetics explored in our concurrent exhibition "The Golden Age: Featuring Northern European Works from the National Gallery of Art"; the two exhibitions will be installed in adjoining galleries, allowing visitors to move directly between historic works and contemporary responses; the exhibition will feature both loans and works from the Figge’s collection, including pieces by Beth Lipman, Oliver Okolo, Yasumasa Morimura, Fabiola Jean-Louis, and others; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Golden Age for Whom? Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick
thru Nov. 2; exhibit of abstract paintings by James Bowden and fused-glass art by Barbara Shultz-Hetrick; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America
thru Jan. 3; this exhibition presents a striking series of collaborative portrait panels by Iowa City artists Michael and Connie Roberts, featuring notable figures from American history; Michael’s carefully rendered likenesses combine with Connie’s hand-carved sculptural storytelling; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Corn Zone
thru Sept. 27; this Figge favorite features a “field” of oversized blown-glass ears of corn carefully suspended from the museum's ceiling; "Corn Zone" was created by Wisconsin glass artist Michael Meilahn and video and sound designer Nick Nebel; this installation explores the story of agriculture in the region and highlights contemporary issues such as genetic modification; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Corn Zone. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fabric of the Community
thru Aug. 29; an artist exhibition by Taissir Abdelgadir Salim, a Sudanese visual artist living in Iowa City; Taissir is concerned with issues of art and identity, migration, and social interaction; she uses art as a means of expression and community dialogue, and through her work seeks to create social, cultural, and human impact within the community of Iowa City; Wed. 5-7pm, Sat. noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, contact Laura Moser, PS1's Community Stewardship Director, at laura@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Fabric of the Community. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. McCarty-Tomlinson & Sherman
thru Oct. 1; exhibit of paintings by Coleen McCarty-Tomlinson and marbled paper by Connie Sherman; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: McCarty-Tomlinson & Sherman. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Muscatine & the Civil War
thru May 30; a powerful exhibition that brings the national conflict into sharp local focus while exploring how one river town was forever changed by war; through letters, photographs, and deeply personal artifacts, visitors encounter the courage and sacrifice of Muscatine citizens who answered the call to serve; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 pm; donations appreciated; for more information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: Muscatine & the Civil War. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org. Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats
thru Aug. 30; this exhibition places Peter's box assemblages in conversation with those of his son, artist Bill Stamats; each applies their own unique artistic vision to the form, and together they demonstrate an artistic heritage that continues today; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.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, August 23, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque
thru Sep. 25; 18 artists brought their unique style, color palette, and preferred medium to create 35 pieces of work en plein air showcasing UD’s main campus, the Babka Aviation Learning Center, and Wolter Woods and Prairies Environmental Stewardship and Retreat Center; Mom.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Visions of America: The Nation at 250
thru Sept. 13; from nostalgic to critical, the works drawn from the permanent collection and presented in this exhibition form a multi-faceted portrait of a vast and complex country; 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: Visions of America: The Nation at 250. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. A Golden Age for Whom?
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Sept. 20; the exhibit will bring together contemporary artists responding to the themes and aesthetics explored in our concurrent exhibition "The Golden Age: Featuring Northern European Works from the National Gallery of Art"; the two exhibitions will be installed in adjoining galleries, allowing visitors to move directly between historic works and contemporary responses; the exhibition will feature both loans and works from the Figge’s collection, including pieces by Beth Lipman, Oliver Okolo, Yasumasa Morimura, Fabiola Jean-Louis, and others; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Golden Age for Whom? Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Nov. 2; exhibit of abstract paintings by James Bowden and fused-glass art by Barbara Shultz-Hetrick; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3; this exhibition presents a striking series of collaborative portrait panels by Iowa City artists Michael and Connie Roberts, featuring notable figures from American history; Michael’s carefully rendered likenesses combine with Connie’s hand-carved sculptural storytelling; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Corn Zone
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Sept. 27; this Figge favorite features a “field” of oversized blown-glass ears of corn carefully suspended from the museum's ceiling; "Corn Zone" was created by Wisconsin glass artist Michael Meilahn and video and sound designer Nick Nebel; this installation explores the story of agriculture in the region and highlights contemporary issues such as genetic modification; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Corn Zone. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fabric of the Community
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 29; an artist exhibition by Taissir Abdelgadir Salim, a Sudanese visual artist living in Iowa City; Taissir is concerned with issues of art and identity, migration, and social interaction; she uses art as a means of expression and community dialogue, and through her work seeks to create social, cultural, and human impact within the community of Iowa City; Wed. 5-7pm, Sat. noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, contact Laura Moser, PS1's Community Stewardship Director, at laura@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Fabric of the Community. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. 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, August 23, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. McCarty-Tomlinson & Sherman
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 1; exhibit of paintings by Coleen McCarty-Tomlinson and marbled paper by Connie Sherman; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: McCarty-Tomlinson & Sherman. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Muscatine & the Civil War
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru May 30; a powerful exhibition that brings the national conflict into sharp local focus while exploring how one river town was forever changed by war; through letters, photographs, and deeply personal artifacts, visitors encounter the courage and sacrifice of Muscatine citizens who answered the call to serve; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 pm; donations appreciated; for more information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: Muscatine & the Civil War. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org. Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 30; this exhibition places Peter's box assemblages in conversation with those of his son, artist Bill Stamats; each applies their own unique artistic vision to the form, and together they demonstrate an artistic heritage that continues today; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.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, August 23, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Sep. 25; 18 artists brought their unique style, color palette, and preferred medium to create 35 pieces of work en plein air showcasing UD’s main campus, the Babka Aviation Learning Center, and Wolter Woods and Prairies Environmental Stewardship and Retreat Center; Mom.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Visions of America: The Nation at 250
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Sept. 13; from nostalgic to critical, the works drawn from the permanent collection and presented in this exhibition form a multi-faceted portrait of a vast and complex country; 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: Visions of America: The Nation at 250. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Grant Wood Studio and Armstrong Visitor Center Opening & Tours
Sat, & Sun.; tours begin at noon on the hour and half hour; admission to the Studio is free for everyone during regular studio hours courtesy of a grant from the Esther and Robert Armstrong Charitable Trust; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Grant Wood Studio and Armstrong Visitor Center Opening & Tours. Venue: Grant Wood Studio.
Sunday, August 23, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Grant Wood Studio.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Snake Weave Bracelet with Beads
with instructor Zanetta Hoehle; learn or hone your snake weave skills to make a lovely woven bracelet; add stones as you weave; create a clasp for a custom fit; no experience needed; $78; for information, call 563-338-1566.
Event Title: Snake Weave Bracelet with Beads. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Sunday, August 23, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Snake Weave Bracelet with Beads
Classes
with instructor Zanetta Hoehle; learn or hone your snake weave skills to make a lovely woven bracelet; add stones as you weave; create a clasp for a custom fit; no experience needed; $78; for information, call 563-338-1566.
Event Title: Snake Weave Bracelet with Beads. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Sunday, August 23, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Grant Wood Studio and Armstrong Visitor Center Opening & Tours
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
Sat, & Sun.; tours begin at noon on the hour and half hour; admission to the Studio is free for everyone during regular studio hours courtesy of a grant from the Esther and Robert Armstrong Charitable Trust; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Grant Wood Studio and Armstrong Visitor Center Opening & Tours. Venue: Grant Wood Studio.
Sunday, August 23, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Grant Wood Studio.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Water, Water Everywhere Tour
taking a tour of the galleries with one of our experienced docents is not only a great conversation starter, but also a wonderful way to gain new insights into the art around you; docent guided tours are available to the public free with museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Water, Water Everywhere Tour. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, August 23, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Water, Water Everywhere Tour
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
taking a tour of the galleries with one of our experienced docents is not only a great conversation starter, but also a wonderful way to gain new insights into the art around you; docent guided tours are available to the public free with museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Water, Water Everywhere Tour. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, August 23, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. A Golden Age for Whom?
thru Sept. 20; the exhibit will bring together contemporary artists responding to the themes and aesthetics explored in our concurrent exhibition "The Golden Age: Featuring Northern European Works from the National Gallery of Art"; the two exhibitions will be installed in adjoining galleries, allowing visitors to move directly between historic works and contemporary responses; the exhibition will feature both loans and works from the Figge’s collection, including pieces by Beth Lipman, Oliver Okolo, Yasumasa Morimura, Fabiola Jean-Louis, and others; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Golden Age for Whom? Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick
thru Nov. 2; exhibit of abstract paintings by James Bowden and fused-glass art by Barbara Shultz-Hetrick; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America
thru Jan. 3; this exhibition presents a striking series of collaborative portrait panels by Iowa City artists Michael and Connie Roberts, featuring notable figures from American history; Michael’s carefully rendered likenesses combine with Connie’s hand-carved sculptural storytelling; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Corn Zone
thru Sept. 27; this Figge favorite features a “field” of oversized blown-glass ears of corn carefully suspended from the museum's ceiling; "Corn Zone" was created by Wisconsin glass artist Michael Meilahn and video and sound designer Nick Nebel; this installation explores the story of agriculture in the region and highlights contemporary issues such as genetic modification; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Corn Zone. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fabric of the Community
thru Aug. 29; an artist exhibition by Taissir Abdelgadir Salim, a Sudanese visual artist living in Iowa City; Taissir is concerned with issues of art and identity, migration, and social interaction; she uses art as a means of expression and community dialogue, and through her work seeks to create social, cultural, and human impact within the community of Iowa City; Wed. 5-7pm, Sat. noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, contact Laura Moser, PS1's Community Stewardship Director, at laura@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Fabric of the Community. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. McCarty-Tomlinson & Sherman
thru Oct. 1; exhibit of paintings by Coleen McCarty-Tomlinson and marbled paper by Connie Sherman; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: McCarty-Tomlinson & Sherman. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Muscatine & the Civil War
thru May 30; a powerful exhibition that brings the national conflict into sharp local focus while exploring how one river town was forever changed by war; through letters, photographs, and deeply personal artifacts, visitors encounter the courage and sacrifice of Muscatine citizens who answered the call to serve; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 pm; donations appreciated; for more information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: Muscatine & the Civil War. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org. Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats
thru Aug. 30; this exhibition places Peter's box assemblages in conversation with those of his son, artist Bill Stamats; each applies their own unique artistic vision to the form, and together they demonstrate an artistic heritage that continues today; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.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.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque
thru Sep. 25; 18 artists brought their unique style, color palette, and preferred medium to create 35 pieces of work en plein air showcasing UD’s main campus, the Babka Aviation Learning Center, and Wolter Woods and Prairies Environmental Stewardship and Retreat Center; Mom.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Visions of America: The Nation at 250
thru Sept. 13; from nostalgic to critical, the works drawn from the permanent collection and presented in this exhibition form a multi-faceted portrait of a vast and complex country; 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: Visions of America: The Nation at 250. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. A Golden Age for Whom?
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Sept. 20; the exhibit will bring together contemporary artists responding to the themes and aesthetics explored in our concurrent exhibition "The Golden Age: Featuring Northern European Works from the National Gallery of Art"; the two exhibitions will be installed in adjoining galleries, allowing visitors to move directly between historic works and contemporary responses; the exhibition will feature both loans and works from the Figge’s collection, including pieces by Beth Lipman, Oliver Okolo, Yasumasa Morimura, Fabiola Jean-Louis, and others; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Golden Age for Whom? Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Nov. 2; exhibit of abstract paintings by James Bowden and fused-glass art by Barbara Shultz-Hetrick; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3; this exhibition presents a striking series of collaborative portrait panels by Iowa City artists Michael and Connie Roberts, featuring notable figures from American history; Michael’s carefully rendered likenesses combine with Connie’s hand-carved sculptural storytelling; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Corn Zone
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Sept. 27; this Figge favorite features a “field” of oversized blown-glass ears of corn carefully suspended from the museum's ceiling; "Corn Zone" was created by Wisconsin glass artist Michael Meilahn and video and sound designer Nick Nebel; this installation explores the story of agriculture in the region and highlights contemporary issues such as genetic modification; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Corn Zone. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fabric of the Community
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 29; an artist exhibition by Taissir Abdelgadir Salim, a Sudanese visual artist living in Iowa City; Taissir is concerned with issues of art and identity, migration, and social interaction; she uses art as a means of expression and community dialogue, and through her work seeks to create social, cultural, and human impact within the community of Iowa City; Wed. 5-7pm, Sat. noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, contact Laura Moser, PS1's Community Stewardship Director, at laura@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Fabric of the Community. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. McCarty-Tomlinson & Sherman
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 1; exhibit of paintings by Coleen McCarty-Tomlinson and marbled paper by Connie Sherman; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: McCarty-Tomlinson & Sherman. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Muscatine & the Civil War
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru May 30; a powerful exhibition that brings the national conflict into sharp local focus while exploring how one river town was forever changed by war; through letters, photographs, and deeply personal artifacts, visitors encounter the courage and sacrifice of Muscatine citizens who answered the call to serve; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 pm; donations appreciated; for more information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: Muscatine & the Civil War. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org. Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 30; this exhibition places Peter's box assemblages in conversation with those of his son, artist Bill Stamats; each applies their own unique artistic vision to the form, and together they demonstrate an artistic heritage that continues today; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.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.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Sep. 25; 18 artists brought their unique style, color palette, and preferred medium to create 35 pieces of work en plein air showcasing UD’s main campus, the Babka Aviation Learning Center, and Wolter Woods and Prairies Environmental Stewardship and Retreat Center; Mom.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Visions of America: The Nation at 250
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Sept. 13; from nostalgic to critical, the works drawn from the permanent collection and presented in this exhibition form a multi-faceted portrait of a vast and complex country; 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: Visions of America: The Nation at 250. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, August 24, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Ugly Quilts
on Mondays; make quilt bed rolls for area homeless; no experience is needed; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, August 24, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Sublimation Station: Magnets
on Mondays; with sublimation, you can put photorealistic images onto merchandise with minimal effort; bring a quality digital image of your choice to the makerspace and we’ll help you sublimate it onto a magnet; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Sublimation Station: Magnets. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Monday, August 24, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Sublimation Station: Magnets
Classes
on Mondays; with sublimation, you can put photorealistic images onto merchandise with minimal effort; bring a quality digital image of your choice to the makerspace and we’ll help you sublimate it onto a magnet; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Sublimation Station: Magnets. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Monday, August 24, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. A Golden Age for Whom?
thru Sept. 20; the exhibit will bring together contemporary artists responding to the themes and aesthetics explored in our concurrent exhibition "The Golden Age: Featuring Northern European Works from the National Gallery of Art"; the two exhibitions will be installed in adjoining galleries, allowing visitors to move directly between historic works and contemporary responses; the exhibition will feature both loans and works from the Figge’s collection, including pieces by Beth Lipman, Oliver Okolo, Yasumasa Morimura, Fabiola Jean-Louis, and others; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Golden Age for Whom? Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick
thru Nov. 2; exhibit of abstract paintings by James Bowden and fused-glass art by Barbara Shultz-Hetrick; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America
thru Jan. 3; this exhibition presents a striking series of collaborative portrait panels by Iowa City artists Michael and Connie Roberts, featuring notable figures from American history; Michael’s carefully rendered likenesses combine with Connie’s hand-carved sculptural storytelling; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Corn Zone
thru Sept. 27; this Figge favorite features a “field” of oversized blown-glass ears of corn carefully suspended from the museum's ceiling; "Corn Zone" was created by Wisconsin glass artist Michael Meilahn and video and sound designer Nick Nebel; this installation explores the story of agriculture in the region and highlights contemporary issues such as genetic modification; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Corn Zone. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fabric of the Community
thru Aug. 29; an artist exhibition by Taissir Abdelgadir Salim, a Sudanese visual artist living in Iowa City; Taissir is concerned with issues of art and identity, migration, and social interaction; she uses art as a means of expression and community dialogue, and through her work seeks to create social, cultural, and human impact within the community of Iowa City; Wed. 5-7pm, Sat. noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, contact Laura Moser, PS1's Community Stewardship Director, at laura@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Fabric of the Community. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. McCarty-Tomlinson & Sherman
thru Oct. 1; exhibit of paintings by Coleen McCarty-Tomlinson and marbled paper by Connie Sherman; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: McCarty-Tomlinson & Sherman. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Muscatine & the Civil War
thru May 30; a powerful exhibition that brings the national conflict into sharp local focus while exploring how one river town was forever changed by war; through letters, photographs, and deeply personal artifacts, visitors encounter the courage and sacrifice of Muscatine citizens who answered the call to serve; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 pm; donations appreciated; for more information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: Muscatine & the Civil War. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org. Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats
thru Aug. 30; this exhibition places Peter's box assemblages in conversation with those of his son, artist Bill Stamats; each applies their own unique artistic vision to the form, and together they demonstrate an artistic heritage that continues today; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.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.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque
thru Sep. 25; 18 artists brought their unique style, color palette, and preferred medium to create 35 pieces of work en plein air showcasing UD’s main campus, the Babka Aviation Learning Center, and Wolter Woods and Prairies Environmental Stewardship and Retreat Center; Mom.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Visions of America: The Nation at 250
thru Sept. 13; from nostalgic to critical, the works drawn from the permanent collection and presented in this exhibition form a multi-faceted portrait of a vast and complex country; 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: Visions of America: The Nation at 250. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. A Golden Age for Whom?
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Sept. 20; the exhibit will bring together contemporary artists responding to the themes and aesthetics explored in our concurrent exhibition "The Golden Age: Featuring Northern European Works from the National Gallery of Art"; the two exhibitions will be installed in adjoining galleries, allowing visitors to move directly between historic works and contemporary responses; the exhibition will feature both loans and works from the Figge’s collection, including pieces by Beth Lipman, Oliver Okolo, Yasumasa Morimura, Fabiola Jean-Louis, and others; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Golden Age for Whom? Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Nov. 2; exhibit of abstract paintings by James Bowden and fused-glass art by Barbara Shultz-Hetrick; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3; this exhibition presents a striking series of collaborative portrait panels by Iowa City artists Michael and Connie Roberts, featuring notable figures from American history; Michael’s carefully rendered likenesses combine with Connie’s hand-carved sculptural storytelling; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Corn Zone
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Sept. 27; this Figge favorite features a “field” of oversized blown-glass ears of corn carefully suspended from the museum's ceiling; "Corn Zone" was created by Wisconsin glass artist Michael Meilahn and video and sound designer Nick Nebel; this installation explores the story of agriculture in the region and highlights contemporary issues such as genetic modification; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Corn Zone. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fabric of the Community
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 29; an artist exhibition by Taissir Abdelgadir Salim, a Sudanese visual artist living in Iowa City; Taissir is concerned with issues of art and identity, migration, and social interaction; she uses art as a means of expression and community dialogue, and through her work seeks to create social, cultural, and human impact within the community of Iowa City; Wed. 5-7pm, Sat. noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, contact Laura Moser, PS1's Community Stewardship Director, at laura@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Fabric of the Community. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. McCarty-Tomlinson & Sherman
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 1; exhibit of paintings by Coleen McCarty-Tomlinson and marbled paper by Connie Sherman; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: McCarty-Tomlinson & Sherman. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Muscatine & the Civil War
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru May 30; a powerful exhibition that brings the national conflict into sharp local focus while exploring how one river town was forever changed by war; through letters, photographs, and deeply personal artifacts, visitors encounter the courage and sacrifice of Muscatine citizens who answered the call to serve; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 pm; donations appreciated; for more information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: Muscatine & the Civil War. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org. Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 30; this exhibition places Peter's box assemblages in conversation with those of his son, artist Bill Stamats; each applies their own unique artistic vision to the form, and together they demonstrate an artistic heritage that continues today; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.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.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Sep. 25; 18 artists brought their unique style, color palette, and preferred medium to create 35 pieces of work en plein air showcasing UD’s main campus, the Babka Aviation Learning Center, and Wolter Woods and Prairies Environmental Stewardship and Retreat Center; Mom.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Visions of America: The Nation at 250
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Sept. 13; from nostalgic to critical, the works drawn from the permanent collection and presented in this exhibition form a multi-faceted portrait of a vast and complex country; 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: Visions of America: The Nation at 250. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Digital Art Drop-in
join us for this drop-in hour where participants can use library iPads to work on projects on the Procreate, Procreate Dreams, Sketchbook, or Tayasui Sketches apps; there will not be a specific guided art project, this will be open art time; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Digital Art Drop-in. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Digital Art Drop-in
Classes
join us for this drop-in hour where participants can use library iPads to work on projects on the Procreate, Procreate Dreams, Sketchbook, or Tayasui Sketches apps; there will not be a specific guided art project, this will be open art time; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Digital Art Drop-in. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. DIY Snuffle Mat Craft
celebrate National Dog Day by making an interactive snuffle mat for your bestest pal; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: DIY Snuffle Mat Craft. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. DIY Snuffle Mat Craft
Classes
celebrate National Dog Day by making an interactive snuffle mat for your bestest pal; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: DIY Snuffle Mat Craft. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. A Golden Age for Whom?
thru Sept. 20; the exhibit will bring together contemporary artists responding to the themes and aesthetics explored in our concurrent exhibition "The Golden Age: Featuring Northern European Works from the National Gallery of Art"; the two exhibitions will be installed in adjoining galleries, allowing visitors to move directly between historic works and contemporary responses; the exhibition will feature both loans and works from the Figge’s collection, including pieces by Beth Lipman, Oliver Okolo, Yasumasa Morimura, Fabiola Jean-Louis, and others; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Golden Age for Whom? Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick
thru Nov. 2; exhibit of abstract paintings by James Bowden and fused-glass art by Barbara Shultz-Hetrick; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America
thru Jan. 3; this exhibition presents a striking series of collaborative portrait panels by Iowa City artists Michael and Connie Roberts, featuring notable figures from American history; Michael’s carefully rendered likenesses combine with Connie’s hand-carved sculptural storytelling; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Corn Zone
thru Sept. 27; this Figge favorite features a “field” of oversized blown-glass ears of corn carefully suspended from the museum's ceiling; "Corn Zone" was created by Wisconsin glass artist Michael Meilahn and video and sound designer Nick Nebel; this installation explores the story of agriculture in the region and highlights contemporary issues such as genetic modification; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Corn Zone. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fabric of the Community
thru Aug. 29; an artist exhibition by Taissir Abdelgadir Salim, a Sudanese visual artist living in Iowa City; Taissir is concerned with issues of art and identity, migration, and social interaction; she uses art as a means of expression and community dialogue, and through her work seeks to create social, cultural, and human impact within the community of Iowa City; Wed. 5-7pm, Sat. noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, contact Laura Moser, PS1's Community Stewardship Director, at laura@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Fabric of the Community. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. McCarty-Tomlinson & Sherman
thru Oct. 1; exhibit of paintings by Coleen McCarty-Tomlinson and marbled paper by Connie Sherman; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: McCarty-Tomlinson & Sherman. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Muscatine & the Civil War
thru May 30; a powerful exhibition that brings the national conflict into sharp local focus while exploring how one river town was forever changed by war; through letters, photographs, and deeply personal artifacts, visitors encounter the courage and sacrifice of Muscatine citizens who answered the call to serve; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 pm; donations appreciated; for more information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: Muscatine & the Civil War. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org. Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats
thru Aug. 30; this exhibition places Peter's box assemblages in conversation with those of his son, artist Bill Stamats; each applies their own unique artistic vision to the form, and together they demonstrate an artistic heritage that continues today; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque
thru Sep. 25; 18 artists brought their unique style, color palette, and preferred medium to create 35 pieces of work en plein air showcasing UD’s main campus, the Babka Aviation Learning Center, and Wolter Woods and Prairies Environmental Stewardship and Retreat Center; Mom.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Visions of America: The Nation at 250
thru Sept. 13; from nostalgic to critical, the works drawn from the permanent collection and presented in this exhibition form a multi-faceted portrait of a vast and complex country; 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: Visions of America: The Nation at 250. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. A Golden Age for Whom?
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Sept. 20; the exhibit will bring together contemporary artists responding to the themes and aesthetics explored in our concurrent exhibition "The Golden Age: Featuring Northern European Works from the National Gallery of Art"; the two exhibitions will be installed in adjoining galleries, allowing visitors to move directly between historic works and contemporary responses; the exhibition will feature both loans and works from the Figge’s collection, including pieces by Beth Lipman, Oliver Okolo, Yasumasa Morimura, Fabiola Jean-Louis, and others; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Golden Age for Whom? Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Nov. 2; exhibit of abstract paintings by James Bowden and fused-glass art by Barbara Shultz-Hetrick; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3; this exhibition presents a striking series of collaborative portrait panels by Iowa City artists Michael and Connie Roberts, featuring notable figures from American history; Michael’s carefully rendered likenesses combine with Connie’s hand-carved sculptural storytelling; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Corn Zone
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Sept. 27; this Figge favorite features a “field” of oversized blown-glass ears of corn carefully suspended from the museum's ceiling; "Corn Zone" was created by Wisconsin glass artist Michael Meilahn and video and sound designer Nick Nebel; this installation explores the story of agriculture in the region and highlights contemporary issues such as genetic modification; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Corn Zone. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fabric of the Community
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 29; an artist exhibition by Taissir Abdelgadir Salim, a Sudanese visual artist living in Iowa City; Taissir is concerned with issues of art and identity, migration, and social interaction; she uses art as a means of expression and community dialogue, and through her work seeks to create social, cultural, and human impact within the community of Iowa City; Wed. 5-7pm, Sat. noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, contact Laura Moser, PS1's Community Stewardship Director, at laura@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Fabric of the Community. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. McCarty-Tomlinson & Sherman
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 1; exhibit of paintings by Coleen McCarty-Tomlinson and marbled paper by Connie Sherman; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: McCarty-Tomlinson & Sherman. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Muscatine & the Civil War
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru May 30; a powerful exhibition that brings the national conflict into sharp local focus while exploring how one river town was forever changed by war; through letters, photographs, and deeply personal artifacts, visitors encounter the courage and sacrifice of Muscatine citizens who answered the call to serve; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 pm; donations appreciated; for more information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: Muscatine & the Civil War. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org. Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 30; this exhibition places Peter's box assemblages in conversation with those of his son, artist Bill Stamats; each applies their own unique artistic vision to the form, and together they demonstrate an artistic heritage that continues today; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Sep. 25; 18 artists brought their unique style, color palette, and preferred medium to create 35 pieces of work en plein air showcasing UD’s main campus, the Babka Aviation Learning Center, and Wolter Woods and Prairies Environmental Stewardship and Retreat Center; Mom.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Visions of America: The Nation at 250
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Sept. 13; from nostalgic to critical, the works drawn from the permanent collection and presented in this exhibition form a multi-faceted portrait of a vast and complex country; 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: Visions of America: The Nation at 250. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Intuitive Painting with Atticus
with instructor Atticus Norman; students will be encouraged to get out of their mind and into their body, creating their own unique masterpiece by allowing their paint to simply flow onto their canvas; there are no right or wrong techniques within this class; only the chance to experiment and play with your chosen imagery, shapes, and colors; $15; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Intuitive Painting with Atticus. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Intuitive Painting with Atticus
Classes
with instructor Atticus Norman; students will be encouraged to get out of their mind and into their body, creating their own unique masterpiece by allowing their paint to simply flow onto their canvas; there are no right or wrong techniques within this class; only the chance to experiment and play with your chosen imagery, shapes, and colors; $15; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Intuitive Painting with Atticus. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. A Golden Age for Whom?
thru Sept. 20; the exhibit will bring together contemporary artists responding to the themes and aesthetics explored in our concurrent exhibition "The Golden Age: Featuring Northern European Works from the National Gallery of Art"; the two exhibitions will be installed in adjoining galleries, allowing visitors to move directly between historic works and contemporary responses; the exhibition will feature both loans and works from the Figge’s collection, including pieces by Beth Lipman, Oliver Okolo, Yasumasa Morimura, Fabiola Jean-Louis, and others; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Golden Age for Whom? Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick
thru Nov. 2; exhibit of abstract paintings by James Bowden and fused-glass art by Barbara Shultz-Hetrick; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America
thru Jan. 3; this exhibition presents a striking series of collaborative portrait panels by Iowa City artists Michael and Connie Roberts, featuring notable figures from American history; Michael’s carefully rendered likenesses combine with Connie’s hand-carved sculptural storytelling; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Corn Zone
thru Sept. 27; this Figge favorite features a “field” of oversized blown-glass ears of corn carefully suspended from the museum's ceiling; "Corn Zone" was created by Wisconsin glass artist Michael Meilahn and video and sound designer Nick Nebel; this installation explores the story of agriculture in the region and highlights contemporary issues such as genetic modification; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Corn Zone. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fabric of the Community
thru Aug. 29; an artist exhibition by Taissir Abdelgadir Salim, a Sudanese visual artist living in Iowa City; Taissir is concerned with issues of art and identity, migration, and social interaction; she uses art as a means of expression and community dialogue, and through her work seeks to create social, cultural, and human impact within the community of Iowa City; Wed. 5-7pm, Sat. noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, contact Laura Moser, PS1's Community Stewardship Director, at laura@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Fabric of the Community. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. McCarty-Tomlinson & Sherman
thru Oct. 1; exhibit of paintings by Coleen McCarty-Tomlinson and marbled paper by Connie Sherman; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: McCarty-Tomlinson & Sherman. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Muscatine & the Civil War
thru May 30; a powerful exhibition that brings the national conflict into sharp local focus while exploring how one river town was forever changed by war; through letters, photographs, and deeply personal artifacts, visitors encounter the courage and sacrifice of Muscatine citizens who answered the call to serve; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 pm; donations appreciated; for more information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: Muscatine & the Civil War. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org. Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats
thru Aug. 30; this exhibition places Peter's box assemblages in conversation with those of his son, artist Bill Stamats; each applies their own unique artistic vision to the form, and together they demonstrate an artistic heritage that continues today; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.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, August 27, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque
thru Sep. 25; 18 artists brought their unique style, color palette, and preferred medium to create 35 pieces of work en plein air showcasing UD’s main campus, the Babka Aviation Learning Center, and Wolter Woods and Prairies Environmental Stewardship and Retreat Center; Mom.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Visions of America: The Nation at 250
thru Sept. 13; from nostalgic to critical, the works drawn from the permanent collection and presented in this exhibition form a multi-faceted portrait of a vast and complex country; 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: Visions of America: The Nation at 250. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. A Golden Age for Whom?
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Sept. 20; the exhibit will bring together contemporary artists responding to the themes and aesthetics explored in our concurrent exhibition "The Golden Age: Featuring Northern European Works from the National Gallery of Art"; the two exhibitions will be installed in adjoining galleries, allowing visitors to move directly between historic works and contemporary responses; the exhibition will feature both loans and works from the Figge’s collection, including pieces by Beth Lipman, Oliver Okolo, Yasumasa Morimura, Fabiola Jean-Louis, and others; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Golden Age for Whom? Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Nov. 2; exhibit of abstract paintings by James Bowden and fused-glass art by Barbara Shultz-Hetrick; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Jan. 3; this exhibition presents a striking series of collaborative portrait panels by Iowa City artists Michael and Connie Roberts, featuring notable figures from American history; Michael’s carefully rendered likenesses combine with Connie’s hand-carved sculptural storytelling; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Corn Zone
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Sept. 27; this Figge favorite features a “field” of oversized blown-glass ears of corn carefully suspended from the museum's ceiling; "Corn Zone" was created by Wisconsin glass artist Michael Meilahn and video and sound designer Nick Nebel; this installation explores the story of agriculture in the region and highlights contemporary issues such as genetic modification; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Corn Zone. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fabric of the Community
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 29; an artist exhibition by Taissir Abdelgadir Salim, a Sudanese visual artist living in Iowa City; Taissir is concerned with issues of art and identity, migration, and social interaction; she uses art as a means of expression and community dialogue, and through her work seeks to create social, cultural, and human impact within the community of Iowa City; Wed. 5-7pm, Sat. noon-3pm, and by appointment; for information, contact Laura Moser, PS1's Community Stewardship Director, at laura@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: Fabric of the Community. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. 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, August 27, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. McCarty-Tomlinson & Sherman
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Oct. 1; exhibit of paintings by Coleen McCarty-Tomlinson and marbled paper by Connie Sherman; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: McCarty-Tomlinson & Sherman. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Muscatine & the Civil War
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru May 30; a powerful exhibition that brings the national conflict into sharp local focus while exploring how one river town was forever changed by war; through letters, photographs, and deeply personal artifacts, visitors encounter the courage and sacrifice of Muscatine citizens who answered the call to serve; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 pm; donations appreciated; for more information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: Muscatine & the Civil War. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org. Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Aug. 30; this exhibition places Peter's box assemblages in conversation with those of his son, artist Bill Stamats; each applies their own unique artistic vision to the form, and together they demonstrate an artistic heritage that continues today; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.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, August 27, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Sep. 25; 18 artists brought their unique style, color palette, and preferred medium to create 35 pieces of work en plein air showcasing UD’s main campus, the Babka Aviation Learning Center, and Wolter Woods and Prairies Environmental Stewardship and Retreat Center; Mom.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Visions of America: The Nation at 250
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
thru Sept. 13; from nostalgic to critical, the works drawn from the permanent collection and presented in this exhibition form a multi-faceted portrait of a vast and complex country; 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: Visions of America: The Nation at 250. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Adult DIY: Mushroom Wreath
you will paint your mushrooms and add them to your wreath frame; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Adult DIY: Mushroom Wreath. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, August 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Music and Makers Night: Golden Age for Whom?
enjoy live music in the Figge Café with Mo & Alex, drop-in art making activities, and a special themed tour with Figge Co-Senior Curator Joshua Johnson at 6pm; galleries are open late and the bar is open from 5-8 p.m. every Thursday, making it the perfect way to spend a summer evening; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Music and Makers Night: Golden Age for Whom? Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, August 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Adult DIY: Mushroom Wreath
Classes
you will paint your mushrooms and add them to your wreath frame; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Adult DIY: Mushroom Wreath. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, August 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Music and Makers Night: Golden Age for Whom?
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
enjoy live music in the Figge Café with Mo & Alex, drop-in art making activities, and a special themed tour with Figge Co-Senior Curator Joshua Johnson at 6pm; galleries are open late and the bar is open from 5-8 p.m. every Thursday, making it the perfect way to spend a summer evening; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Music and Makers Series: Golden Age for Whom? Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, August 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.