Admission and programs are free and open to the public. Donations support student engagement through exhibitions and educational programs. | |
Delayed Hours on Thursday, Dec. 7 | |
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Due to a staff meeting, the museums will be delayed opening this Thursday, Dec. 7. Here are the open hours for that day:
Brunnier Art Museum 1:00–4:00 p.m.
Christian Petersen Art Museum 1:00–4:00 p.m.
Farm House Museum 1:30–4:00 p.m.
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Curator's Tour of Extravagant Dining and Industrial Design
Sunday, Dec. 10
2:00–3:00 p.m.
Brunnier Art Museum
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Join Brunnier Art Museum curator Adrienne Gennett for a closing tour of the exhibitions in the Ann Brunnier Decorative Arts Gallery. Learn about Victorian epergnes in dining and industrial design.
There is no registration for this program.
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Images: Epergne, 1880-1910 possibly by Stevens & Williams. Glass, clear opalescent with green lip wrap and brass fittings. Gift of Karen Kent Duncan in memory of Dorothy Kent from Clarinda, Iowa. In the permanent collection, Brunnier Art Museum, University Museums, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa. UM2022.88a-h.
Octopus Bowl, 1992 by William Prindle. Colored pencil on charcoal paper. Gift from the Estate of William Prindle. In the permanent collection, Brunnier Art Museum, University Museums, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa. UM2019.182
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Art Walk: Works on Paper
Wednesday, Dec. 13
Noon–1:00 p.m.
Begins at the University Library lobby
701 Morrill Road
| Across various mediums, from print to drawing, paper is an accessible and dynamic material used in the visual arts. Join University Museums for an Art Walk centering around works of art on paper. | |
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Led by Caitlin Patton, University Museums Education Specialist | Image: Big Heart, 2017 by Molly Scannell. Digital collage, paper. Acquisition to the Art on Campus Collection by Dsn S 145x - Diversity in Art, Spring 2018. Gift of the artist with funds provided by David Faux, Mark Hansen, and Malcolm Rougvie memorial gifts. In the Art on Campus Collection, University Museums, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa. U2018.203 | |
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Another ISU dean's portrait has been unveiled! Artist Rose Frantzen painted the portrait of Dr. Sam Easterling, dean of the College of Engineering. The portrait was unveiled last month at a reception in the Brunnier Art Museum. The above photo shows the portrait, Dr. Easterling, Frantzen, and the College of Engineering Advisory Board.
Iowa State has long cultivated a portraiture tradition dating back to the 1930s. Colleges honor deans or department chairs with formal portraits. These portraits secure the visual historical record while commemorating the significant milestones of the college and its people.
Learn more:
Find many of the deans' portraits on eMuseums.
Read about Frantzen's visual representation of Iowa State in this article.
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No matter what holidays you celebrate, we have some inspiration for your gift giving and your own wish lists!
We've discounted several of our best scholarship on the unique art and aesthetics of our beautiful campus and the state of Iowa.
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Campus Beautiful
$100 Now $75
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Stop in the University Museums office or the Brunnier Art Museum during regular hours to purchase. Or call us at 515.294.3342 to order by phone. Shipping charges will be added to phone orders. | |
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Compelling Ground: Landscapes, Environments, and Peoples of Iowa
$30.00 Now $22.50
| This book ties together art with academic essays on the agriculture, science, and history of Iowa. The essays also include personal reflections from the authors about the land, people, and environment of Iowa with an emphasis on the significant changes that have occurred in the past twenty-five years and needs for the future. Topics include the history and current state of indigenous Iowans, climate change, water quality, sustainability, and the changing face of farming in Iowa. | |
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Faces of Iowa State
$10.00 Now $7.50
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Portraits by Rose Frantzen. Introduction by Lynette L. Pohlman, University Museums Director.
This 52 page soft cover book celebrates the tradition and impact of portraiture at Iowa State University by illuminating contemporary people who are change agents and contributors to Iowa State. By celebrating these people, this publication focuses on the diverse qualities that define the people of a great university.
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We're in the final two weeks of the current exhibitions. Plan your visit before it's too late! Admission is always free. Click an image to visit its exhibition page. | |
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Christian Petersen Art Museum
1017 & 0003 Morrill Hall
Monday–Friday, 10:00am–4:00pm
Last day for these exhibitions is Friday, Dec. 15.
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Brunnier Art Museum
Scheman Building, 2nd floor
Tuesday–Friday, 10:00am–4:00pm; Saturday & Sunday, 1:00–4:00pm
Last day for these exhibitions is Sunday, Dec. 17.
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Farm House Museum
601 Farm House Lane
Monday–Friday, noon–4:00pm
Last day for this exhibition is Thursday, Dec. 14.
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Events, Activities, & More | |
Click the title of events for more information and/or to register. Registration is not required for events unless there is limited capacity. Registering allows us to send you updates and reminders for the event. All University Museums events are free and open to the public. | |
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Sunday, Dec. 10
2:00-3:00pm
Curator's Tour of Extravagant Dining and Industrial Design
with Adrienne Gennett
Brunnier Art Museum
Wednesday, Dec. 13
noon-1:00pm
Art Walk: Works on Paper
led by Caitlin Patton
begins at University Library lobby
Friday, Dec. 15
Last chance to visit the Farm House Museum and Christian Petersen Art Museum in 2023
Sunday, Dec. 17
2:00-2:30pm
Sunday Tour
Brunnier Art Museum
Sunday, Dec. 17
Last chance to visit Brunnier Art Museum in 2023
Dec. 18, 2023-Jan. 22, 2024
Museums CLOSED to change exhibitions
Dec. 25-27, 2023
Office CLOSED for University Holiday
Monday, Jan. 1, 2024
Office CLOSED for University Holiday
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