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Nov 5, 2024

Nov 5, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Join us at the Stanley Museum of Art for an afternoon filled with creativity! We invite children to explore their artistic talents by creating unique self-portrait prints. Using aluminum foil and water markers, kids will learn new techniques and express themselves in vibrant colors. This hands-on activity is perfect for young artists of all skill levels. Come and unleash your imagination with us! https://uiowa.doubleknot.com/event/schools-out-at-the-stanley-november-5/3071687 Please arrive...

Nov 7, 2024

Nov 7, 2024

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Join the Women of Colour Network in collaboration with The Pentacrest Museums, the Stanley Museum of Art, and Special Collections and Archives to connect with intentionality behind creating and choosing materials in clothing and design. Come together to enjoy food and conversation as we explore traditions of handmaking and embellishment of objects passed down through generations of artisans. Griselda Lopez, a lifelong practitioner of Guatemalan weaving will facilitate a workshop on simple b...

Nov 9, 2024

Nov 9, 2024

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Join us in the museum lobby on Saturday, 11/9 at 2 p.m. for presentations by the Stanley Museum of Art Mellon team. They will share updates on their latest research of the Stanley's African collection. Refreshments will be provided. Between 1979 and 1990, Claude (“Max”) and Elizabeth (“Betty”) Stanley of Muscatine, Iowa, gifted nearly 600 historical African objects to the University of Iowa Stanley Museum of Art. The Stanley Collection of African Art is recognized globally for its impressiv...

Nov 14, 2024

Nov 14, 2024

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Join us for another installment of Night at the Museum, a series of monthly events for UI students that occurs on Thursday nights, when the museum is open late. This month we want to give students an opportunity to take a break and relax by making personalized patchwork art! De-stress by making any design you like, while grabbing a warm drink and some seasonal treats. We will be providing fabric patches and sewing supplies along with a limited number of tote bags and pencil bags for studen...

Nov 15, 2024

Nov 15, 2024

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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The UICB will be holding an information session about the program on Nov. 15, 2024 at noon CT via teleconference. Videos and slides, faculty and students: we’ll describe the program, answer questions, and welcome anyone (from the curious to the already-committed applicant) who would like to participate. Link to register: https://uiowa.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJctdOCtrzsoHNAW_hf7piD02oPU9hHysJe0  

Nov 15, 2024

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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Join us for a restaging of UI alum Duane Lee Holland's 2015 thesis performance, "Saved, by Becoming a Slave to the Rhythm!" in collaboration with Michele Byrd-McPhee and dancers from UI. The performance will be followed by a conversation between Holland between Byrd-McPhee. Holland's thesis was, in part, influenced by Keith Haring and the breaking scene in New York City in the 1980s and 1990s. More information coming soon. 

Nov 17, 2024

Nov 17, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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The Drawing Salon focuses on drawing artworks from the museum's collection. Each session will focus on a different artwork. The sessions will begin with an introduction and discussion of the selected work. Participants will be encouraged to pursue their own visions and to take inspiration from the artworks in the gallery. Pencils and sketchbooks/paper are the only artmaking materials allowed in the galleries. The museum has golf pencils with erasers and clipboards for participants to use. S...

Nov 21, 2024

Nov 21, 2024

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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Get ready for a night of music and fun at the Stanley! Join us for a concert, part of SCOPE's Lamplight Series, featuring talented local artists. More information coming soon!  Based in Iowa City, the Student Commission on Programming Entertainment (SCOPE) is dedicated to bringing quality concerts and entertainment to the University of Iowa campus and Iowa City Community by creating an engaging live music experience, while providing a learning opportunity for students interested in the musi...

Nov 22, 2024

Nov 22, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Join us for a creative adventure at the Stanley Museum of Art! Children are invited to design their very own 4x4 inch mosaic tiles. This engaging artmaking program will allow young artists to explore patterns, colors, and textures as they piece together their unique creations. Perfect for kids of all ages and skill levels, this activity encourages imagination and creativity, while developing fine motor skills. Come and let your artistic side shine! Space is limited; please reserve your spot...

Nov 24, 2024

Nov 24, 2024

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Join us for an informal, guided tour of the Stanley Museum of Art. Our team of docents will lead you through the galleries, exploring highlights from our diverse collection. Perfect for small groups or walk-in visitors, this tour offers a flexible and engaging way to learn about the collection. No reservations required. Simply drop in and join us for an hour of art appreciation, but note that space is limited. More information coming soon! 

Nov 24, 2024

2:30 PM - 4:15 PM

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Write at the Stanley: A Generative Writing Workshop is back for the Fall Semester! Join us monthly to generate new creative writing inspired by works in the Stanley collection. Each session will be led by a different talented writer from our area, who will be offering a new prompt and a new approach to ekphrastic writing (writing inspired by visual art). Bring your own notebook and pencil or computer and leave with the beginning of a newly written piece. Co-sponsored by Iowa City Poetry. T...

Nov 27, 2024

Nov 27, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Let your imagination run wild as you create your very own zany tree! In this hands-on workshop, children will use air-dry clay, pipe cleaners, pom-poms, and other colorful materials to design and assemble unique and whimsical trees. From towering giants to tiny saplings, the possibilities are endless! Space is limited; please reserve your spot at https://uiowa.doubleknot.com/event/schools-out-at-the-stanley-november-27/3071694 Please arrive in time for children to settle in and begin the p...

Dec 7, 2024

Dec 7, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Join us for an engaging conversation featuring Gil Vazquez, Executive Director of the Keith Haring Foundation, and Brad Gooch, acclaimed author of Radiant: The Life and Line of Keith Haring. This insightful discussion will be facilitated by Diana Tuite, curator of the exhibition To My Friends at Horn: Keith Haring in Iowa City. The conversation will include insights into Keith Haring’s life, work, and activism; the process of writing Haring’s biography; and explore how Haring’s work continu...

Dec 12, 2024

Dec 12, 2024

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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Join students of ARTH3250: Brushwork in Chinese Art in exploring ink art in the Stanley Museum of Art collection. Led by Amy Huang, Assistant Professor of Art History, class members will share short presentations and host the exhibition open house. 5:30–6 p.m. presentations 6–7:30 p.m. open house

Dec 15, 2024

Dec 15, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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The Drawing Salon focuses on drawing artworks from the museum's collection. Each session will focus on a different artwork. The sessions will begin with an introduction and discussion of the selected work. Participants will be encouraged to pursue their own visions and to take inspiration from the artworks in the gallery. Pencils and sketchbooks/paper are the only artmaking materials allowed in the galleries. The museum has golf pencils with erasers and clipboards for participants to use. S...

Dec 17, 2024

Dec 17, 2024

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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Make the Stanley your study spot for finals week. We'll have free cocoa, coffee, cider, and snacks available all day Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (10 a.m.–4 p.m.). Stop by for a few hours to study for your exams: grab a snack, replenish your study supplies (we'll have post its, highlighters, and more) and take a quick break — either by exploring the galleries or playing with a fidget toy.

Dec 18, 2024

Dec 18, 2024

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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Make the Stanley your study spot for finals week. We'll have free cocoa, coffee, cider, and snacks available all day Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (10 a.m.–4 p.m.). Stop by for a few hours to study for your exams: grab a snack, replenish your study supplies (we'll have post its, highlighters, and more) and take a quick break — either by exploring the galleries or playing with a fidget toy.

Dec 19, 2024

Dec 19, 2024

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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Make the Stanley your study spot for finals week. We'll have free cocoa, coffee, cider, and snacks available all day Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (10 a.m.–4 p.m.). Stop by for a few hours to study for your exams: grab a snack, replenish your study supplies (we'll have post its, highlighters, and more) and take a quick break — either by exploring the galleries or playing with a fidget toy.

Feb 13, 2025

Feb 13, 2025

10:00 AM - 4:30 PM

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Once a month, the Stanley hosts events designed to introduce the museum to University of Iowa students through engaging and creative activities. These events, called "Nights at the Museum," occur on Thursday nights when the museum is open late, are planned and developed with the assistance of the Campus Engagement Coordinator, a student employee who works with museum staff to engage student audiences. Information about past Nights at the Museum can be found here. Attending these student even...

Mar 13, 2025

Mar 13, 2025

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Once a month, the Stanley hosts events designed to introduce the museum to University of Iowa students through engaging and creative activities. These events, called "Nights at the Museum," occur on Thursday nights when the museum is open late, are planned and developed with the assistance of the Campus Engagement Coordinator, a student employee who works with museum staff to engage student audiences. Information about past Nights at the Museum can be found here. Attending these student even...

Apr 17, 2025

Apr 17, 2025

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Once a month, the Stanley hosts events designed to introduce the museum to University of Iowa students through engaging and creative activities. These events, called "Nights at the Museum," occur on Thursday nights when the museum is open late, are planned and developed with the assistance of the Campus Engagement Coordinator, a student employee who works with museum staff to engage student audiences. Information about past Nights at the Museum can be found here. Attending these student even...

May 13, 2025

May 13, 2025

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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Make the Stanley your study spot for finals week. We'll have free coffee, lemonade, punch, and snacks available all day Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (10 a.m.–4 p.m.). Stop by for a few hours to study for your exams: grab a snack, replenish your study supplies (we'll have post-its, highlighters, and more) and take a quick break — either by exploring the galleries or playing with a fidget toy.

May 14, 2025

May 14, 2025

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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Make the Stanley your study spot for finals week. We'll have free coffee, lemonade, punch, and snacks available all day Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (10 a.m.–4 p.m.). Stop by for a few hours to study for your exams: grab a snack, replenish your study supplies (we'll have post-its, highlighters, and more) and take a quick break — either by exploring the galleries or playing with a fidget toy.

May 15, 2025

May 15, 2025

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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Make the Stanley your study spot for finals week. We'll have free coffee, lemonade, punch, and snacks available all day Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (10 a.m.–4 p.m.). Stop by for a few hours to study for your exams: grab a snack, replenish your study supplies (we'll have post-its, highlighters, and more) and take a quick break — either by exploring the galleries or playing with a fidget toy.