Monday, 13 Jan 2020
Exhibit opening: Creating Global Understanding
The Christian Petersen Art Museum opens its spring exhibition Creating Global Understanding.
Wednesday, 15 Jan 2020
Exhibit opening: Contemplate Japan
Drawn from permanent and loaned collections, this exhibition of Japanese woodblock prints, bamboo baskets, ikebana floral arrangements, kimono, ceramics, and contemporary sculpture explores and illuminates the artistic and cultural developments emanating from Japan for the last two centuries, which greatly influenced the arts in the West.
Sunday, 19 Jan 2020
Artist Lecture: Peter Hamann
Ceramics Artist Peter Hamann will talk about his artwork and how it was influenced by Japanese culture.
Sunday, 26 Jan 2020
Kimono of the Textiles and Clothing Museum
Discover the rich meaning of the symbols found in the kimono from the Textiles and Clothing Museum on display in the Contemplate Japan exhibition.
Wednesday, 29 Jan 2020
Art Walk: Artfulness in the Scheman Building
From its beginnings as part of Iowa State Center to its most recent Art on Campus installation, explore the history and public art of the Scheman Building, home to the Brunnier Art Museum. Brooke Rogers, University Museums interpretive specialist, will lead the walk. Advance registration appreciated.
Thursday, 30 Jan 2020
Curator's Exploration: Contemplate Japan
Experience Contemplate Japan with the insight and interpretations of the exhibition's curator.