Once a month, the Stanley hosts themed events for students called "Nights at the Museum" because they occur Thursday nights, when the museum is open late. These events are designed to introduce the museum to students across campus through engaging activities. 

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. 

All events are free and do not require registration unless otherwise specified.

 

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Night at the Museum

Thursday, February 12, 2026 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Stanley Museum of Art

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 promotional image

Night at the Museum

Thursday, March 12, 2026 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Stanley Museum of Art

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 promotional image

Night at the Museum

Thursday, April 9, 2026 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Stanley Museum of Art

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...