Admission and programs are free and open to the public. Donations support student engagement through exhibitions and educational programs. | |
Virtual Program this Wednesday | |
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Yorùbá people liken beads to children with the saying Yoìlẹ̀kẹ̀ l’ọmọu – “beads are like children, our most precious possession.” Beads embellish crowns, garments, and bodies to evoke status, wealth, protection, and good fortune. Inspired by this and other African and global traditions, Joyce J. Scott transforms ancient beaded story-telling with ever-inventive newness, humor, serious playfulness, and power.
Lecture presented by Dr. Henry John Drewal, Evjue-Bascom Professor Emeritus of Art History and Afro-American Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
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Registration is not required. By registering you will receive a reminder, a direct link to the Zoom meeting, and any updates via email. | |
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The exhibition Joyce J. Scott: Messages at the Brunnier Art Museum has been extended through May 14!
Experience the intricate three-dimensional sculptures and neckpieces that are commentaries on subjects including racism, misogyny, equality, heritage, and more.
Brunnier Art Museum, Scheman Building, 2nd floor
Hours: Monday-Friday, 10:00am-4:00pm
Saturday-Sunday, 1:00-4:00pm
Closed Mondays and University Holidays
Caught Peeping, 2021 by Joyce J. Scott. Glass beads, thread, wire, peyote stitch. On loan from Mobilia Gallery, photo: Jeff Butler, model: Aisha Butler
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Bring your sketchbook and art supplies to visit the exhibition Telling Tales and spin tall tales about the art! Participants will enjoy a short lecture and tour, then draw and critique narrative triptychs of the artwork. Session will be led by Taylor Carlson, Assistant Professor in Animation & Graphic Design and amateur comic enjoyer.
Registration required.
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Connect with the entire University Museums’ staff and leadership for the first public screening of the commissioned documentary reflecting on the past 50 years of University Museums and looking forward into its future. From founding to flourishing, delight in the stories and perspectives shared in the video through the eyes of friends, donors, past and current staff, scholars and faculty. | |
Museums Friends Receive Award | |
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On Friday, April 14, Karen and Robert Duncan received the 2023 Patron Award from the International Sculpture Center.
The Duncans are devoted art collectors from Lincoln, Nebraska. Their private collection includes over 3,500 works of art, and their patronage extends to artists, museums (including University Museums), artist residencies and culture endowments.
Karen and Robert renovated Clarinda’s Carnegie Library and transformed it into a museum for the city and Southwest Iowa. With fellow Nebraskans Kathy and Marc LeBaron, the Duncans operate Assemblage Gallery in Lincoln, a private exhibition space showing work from their respective collections, and a by-invitation artist’s residency in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
The Duncans have loaned works of art to University Museums for exhibitions, shared resources, and more.
Congratulations, Karen and Robert, and thank you for investing in art!
Click here to learn more about the Duncans, the International Sculpture Center, and the Patron Award.
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Art Walk: Children and Families in Art on Campus | |
Led by docent Rae Reilly
Wednesday, April 26
Noon-1:00pm
Begins at Palmer Building lobby
Depictions of families and domesticity in the Art on Campus Collection. In connection with Growing Up Victorian at the Farm House Museum.
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The History of Dairying: From Art to Ice Cream | |
with University Museums & ISU Creamery staff
Thursday, May 4
2:00-3:00pm
Begins at Food Sciences Building south entrance
Joint tour of ISU Creamery and public works of art in the Food Sciences Building.
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The Cousins of Early American Pattern Glass | |
with Gloria Dobbs, Quester & antique dealer
Sunday, May 7
2:00-4:00pm
Brunnier Art Museum, Scheman Building
Learn about glass novelties, canes, and other “knick-knacks.” Program includes a reception.
In conjunction with Reflections of Iowa: The History of Iowa Questers through Glass.
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