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Visit

Our beautiful building is a cultural and social center where you can explore, unwind, meet, and create. Everyone is welcome.

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Explore

Spark your curiosity with something new or stop by and see your old favorites.                                                                                                                                  

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Discover

The world-class art collection provides exciting opportunities for teaching, learning, and research.                                                                            

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Connect

There’s always something exciting going on at your art museum. Find out what’s coming up on the calendar.

Gallery Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Thursday: 10 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Friday: 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m.–​​​​​​​4:30 p.m.​​​​​​​
Sunday: 12:00–4:30 p.m.

Admission to the museum building will end 5 minutes before gallery closing.

Office Hours

Monday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Tuesday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Wednesday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Thursday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Current Exhibitions

Homecoming

A Year in Print

To my Friends at Horn: Keith Haring and Iowa City

Alternate Paths

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The Building

Nestled between the Main Library and Campus Recreation and Wellness Center on the west side of Gibson Square Park, the new Stanley Museum of Art is a hub of learning and research for the University of Iowa and the state. The three-story, state-of-the-art building, designed by BNIM of Des Moines, Iowa, includes a range of flexible spaces for research, education, and exhibitions, and is ideally suited to serve as a center for interdisciplinary teaching, discovery, and community building.

Upcoming Events

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Lamplight Series Concert | SCOPE

Thursday, November 21, 2024 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Stanley Museum of Art
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 music...
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Jazz at the Stanley

Thursday, November 21, 2024 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Two Jazz groups take the stage at the Stanley Museum of Art on Thursday, Nov. 21. SCOPE Productions presents the Miles Kean Group and the Marvin Truong Jazz Collective for a night of live jazz, their first installment in this year's local Lamplight Series.
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School's Out at the Stanley | Mosaic Tiles

Friday, November 22, 2024 2:00pm to 3:30pm
Stanley Museum of Art
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 at...
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