Nights at the Museum
Monthly student programs held on Thursday nights when the museum is open late.
Designed to introduce the museum to students across campus through engaging activities, Nights at the Museum events are organized with the assistance of the student Campus Engagement Coordinator.
Study at the Stanley
Weeklong drop-in study sessions held every semester during finals week in the museum lobby. Snacks and supplies are provided, and students are encouraged to take a break in the galleries between study sessions.
Additional Programs
Students can also check out a variety of free workshops, lectures, and activities held regularly at the museum.
Student Programs
Friday Crafternoons
Need a creative break at the end of the week? Swing by the Stanley on Friday afternoons to work on a craft project of your choice. Bring your own in-progress project or start a new one using the various supplies provided. Try your hand at sketching, coloring, knitting, embroidery, origami, and so much more in a relaxing, low-pressure environment. Stay as long as you like and make new connections. Light snacks will be provided.
Friday Crafternoons occurs almost every Friday at the Stanley Museum...
Friday Crafternoons
Need a creative break at the end of the week? Swing by the Stanley on Friday afternoons to work on a craft project of your choice. Bring your own in-progress project or start a new one using the various supplies provided. Try your hand at sketching, coloring, knitting, embroidery, origami, and so much more in a relaxing, low-pressure environment. Stay as long as you like and make new connections. Light snacks will be provided.
Friday Crafternoons occurs almost every Friday at the Stanley Museum...
Night at the Museum: September 2026
Once a month, the Stanley hosts events designed to introduce the museum to University of Iowa students through engaging and creative activities. Nights at the Museum events occur on Thursday nights when the museum is open late. These events 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 student events also...
Night at the Museum: October 2026
Once a month, the Stanley hosts events designed to introduce the museum to University of Iowa students through engaging and creative activities. Nights at the Museum events occur on Thursday nights when the museum is open late. These events 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 student events also...
Night at the Museum: November 2026
Once a month, the Stanley hosts events designed to introduce the museum to University of Iowa students through engaging and creative activities. Nights at the Museum events occur on Thursday nights when the museum is open late. These events 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 student events also...
Study at the Stanley
Make the Stanley your study spot for finals week. We'll have free cocoa, cider, coffee, 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 sticky notes, highlighters, note cards, and more) and take a quick break — either by exploring the galleries or playing with a fidget toy.
Don't forget - if you've been visiting the Stanley this semester and getting stamps for...
Study at the Stanley
Make the Stanley your study spot for finals week. We'll have free cocoa, cider, coffee, 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 sticky notes, highlighters, note cards, and more) and take a quick break — either by exploring the galleries or playing with a fidget toy.
Don't forget - if you've been visiting the Stanley this semester and getting stamps for...
Study at the Stanley
Make the Stanley your study spot for finals week. We'll have free cocoa, cider, coffee, 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 sticky notes, highlighters, note cards, and more) and take a quick break — either by exploring the galleries or playing with a fidget toy.
Don't forget - if you've been visiting the Stanley this semester and getting stamps for...
Night at the Museum: February 2027
Once a month, the Stanley hosts events designed to introduce the museum to University of Iowa students through engaging and creative activities. Nights at the Museum events occur on Thursday nights when the museum is open late. These events 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 student events also...
Night at the Museum: March 2027
Once a month, the Stanley hosts events designed to introduce the museum to University of Iowa students through engaging and creative activities. Nights at the Museum events occur on Thursday nights when the museum is open late. These events 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 student events also...