Jackson Pollock's Mural
Detail photo by Dave Drogos
Visit
Our beautiful building is a cultural and social center where you can explore, unwind, meet, and create. Everyone is welcome.
Explore
Spark your curiosity with something new or stop by and see your old favorites.
Discover
The world-class art collection provides exciting opportunities for teaching, learning, and research.
Events
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
Hayward L. Oubre, Jr. (American, 1916–2006), Young Horse, about 1957, 60 ¼ x 18 ¼
in., The Hayward Oubre Estate, Courtesy of Debra Force Fine Art, image credit: John
Woo
Houston E. Chandler
American, 1914–2015
Self-Portrait
1946
Etching on paper
Collection of the School of Art, Art History and Design
Blurr #2
2016
23 3/4 x 35 1/2 x 1 1/2 in. (60.33 x 90.17 x 3.81 cm)
Unique picotage on inkjet print, colored
Museum purchase 2025.1
Image courtesy Jack Shainman Gallery
Paul Anthony Smith (1988 – )
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.
Student News
Night at the Museum: The Art of Voting 3.0
Excavation to Exhibit: Student-Curated Exhibition
Campus Engagement Coordinator 2025/2026: Lauren Smith
Reflections from our Graduating Gallery Hosts, Spring 2025
A Reflection from Campus Engagement Coordinator 2024/25: Annelies Knight
A Reflection from Museum Programs Intern 2022-25: Abbie McLaren
Night at the Museum: Student Exhibit
2025 Student Exhibit - Select Artist Highlights
Night at the Museum: Girls' Night
Learning & Engagement Intern Spring 2025: Josie Duccini
Press Coverage
The Stanley Museum made history this summer with the restitution of Benin Bronzes
University of Iowa Stanley Museum of Art returns Benin Bronzes
Iowa Paves Path for Museums With Landmark Restitution of Benin Bronzes
UI Stanley Museum becomes first in the U.S. to return looted Benin Bronzes
Iowa Museum First in US to Return Benin Bronzes
Iowa Museum Makes Historic Repatriation of Benin Bronzes
Iowa Museum Returns Benin Bronzes to Nigeria
