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
Night at the Museum: April 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...
Study at the Stanley
Make the Stanley your study spot for finals week. We'll have free lemonade, sparkling punch, 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...
Study at the Stanley
Make the Stanley your study spot for finals week. We'll have free lemonade, sparkling punch, 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...
Study at the Stanley
Make the Stanley your study spot for finals week. We'll have free lemonade, sparkling punch, 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...