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What is featured?

Wednesday, 05 Jul 2023

Drop in Craft: Cottagecore Mushrooms

Jul 05, 2023

All day

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$11 in studio/$15 to-go

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Once upon a time, when the world moved at a slower pace, it was easier to observe the beauty in nature and the joy in single-tasking. Find your cottagecore vibe while painting a trio of small wooden mushrooms that can be attached to a wood slice with a little moss. Enjoy the process of creating and bringing the outdoors in when displaying your trio of toadstools.

Drop in Craft: Glass Magnets

Jul 05, 2023

All day

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$8 in studio/$9 to-go

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Browse through our stash of patterned papers, maps, sheet music, and comic books for images or designs you like and turn them into a set of 4 handy fridge magnets.

Paint Your Own Pottery: Summertime Snack Bowls

Jul 05, 2023

All day

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

July 5-8 Paint a bowl for your ice cream, potato chips, favorite candy, or a late-night snack. When you pick up your bowl after firing, we will throw in a bag of microwave popcorn for your next movie night.

Saturday, 08 Jul 2023

Glass Beads Class Intensive Workshop with Rhonda Scott

Jul 08, 2023

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $50 / Public $60

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Learn to create colorful beads by heating and shaping glass with a torch - yes, we get to work with fire! This fast-paced workshop will be packed with information about safety, equipment, and techniques for creating a variety of beads. Leave class with a stash of beads and the know-how to continue on your own. For very beginners or a great refresher for those who would like to brush up on their skills.

Sunday, 09 Jul 2023

Sunday Tour

Jul 09, 2023

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Brunnier Art Museum

free

University Museums Arts, performances

Sunday Tours are 30 minutes long, are led by University Museums docents or staff, and are free!

The Numbers Lady | "Explore Art on Campus at Iowa State University"

Jul 09, 2023

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Anderson Sculpture Garden

free

University Museums Arts, performances

Join museums staff and The Numbers Lady®, Dr. Rebecca Klemm of NumbersAlive!®, for an afternoon celebrating the release of the new multimedia book Explore Art on Campus at Iowa State University.

Argentine Tango Drop-In Lessons

Jul 09, 2023

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Room 3512, Memorial Union

5 lessons for $45 ISU, $55 public

Memorial Union programs Arts, performances Student activities

This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. Classes meet every Sunday and drop-ins are welcome. Purchase a dance punch card and attend as often as your schedule allows. Open to ages 18+.

Monday, 10 Jul 2023

Drop in Craft: Cottagecore Mushrooms

Jul 10, 2023

All day

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$11 in studio/$15 to-go

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Once upon a time, when the world moved at a slower pace, it was easier to observe the beauty in nature and the joy in single-tasking. Find your cottagecore vibe while painting a trio of small wooden mushrooms that can be attached to a wood slice with a little moss. Enjoy the process of creating and bringing the outdoors in when displaying your trio of toadstools.

Drop in Craft: Glass Magnets

Jul 10, 2023

All day

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$8 in studio/$9 to-go

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Browse through our stash of patterned papers, maps, sheet music, and comic books for images or designs you like and turn them into a set of 4 handy fridge magnets.

Paint Your Own Pottery: Gnome Week

Jul 10, 2023

All day

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

July 10-15 An enchanting cast of characters awaits you! Meet Norm, Norma, Nate, Nora, Elwood, Jake, and the ever-popular foot-tall Ginormagnome. Start (or keep building) your gnome village with cute little mushrooms, a small planter, or a fairy house.

Tuesday, 11 Jul 2023

Intermediate Glass Beads Workshop w/Rhonda Scott

Jul 11, 2023

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$35 ISU/$45 Public

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Take your lampworking game to the next level by learning to make highly detailed beads loaded with color and pattern. We will utilize different kinds of stringers, twisties, color reactions, and more. You may purchase MAPP gas at The Workspace or bring your own to class.

Wednesday, 12 Jul 2023

Conservation in the Art on Campus Collection

Jul 12, 2023

12:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Anderson Sculpture Garden

free

University Museums Arts, performances

Bring a picnic lunch and join curator Sydney Marshall for a conversation around the return of the "Left-Sided Angel" this past fall. Have an inside look at what it takes to conduct conservation reports and annual maintenance in the Art on Campus Collection.

Grown-up Paint Your Own Pottery: Ted Lasso Night

Jul 12, 2023

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$14-$25 depending on the bisque you choose

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Let's listen to a Lasso playlist and share our obsession with Roy, Rebecca, Trent, Keeley, Higgins, Dani, and of course, Coach Beard. Paint a teacup for your hot brown water, a Crown & Anchor pint glass, a soccer ball, goldfish, or mustache mug, or your very own yellow and blue BELIEVE sign.

Friday, 14 Jul 2023

Paint by Number Friday: Houseplant Boho

Jul 14, 2023

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$10 in studio

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Grab a friend and drop by for a fun evening of easy painting. Each Friday has a different theme, and there will be 4-6 paintings to choose from. If you don't finish, no worries! We will send you home with extra paint and brushes, or you are welcome to come back sometime the following week.

Sunday, 16 Jul 2023

Sunday Tour

Jul 16, 2023

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Brunnier Art Museum

free

University Museums Arts, performances

Sunday Tours are 30 minutes long, are led by University Museums docents or staff, and are free!

Argentine Tango Drop-In Lessons

Jul 16, 2023

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Room 3512, Memorial Union

5 lessons for $45 ISU, $55 public

Memorial Union programs Arts, performances Student activities

This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. Classes meet every Sunday and drop-ins are welcome. Purchase a dance punch card and attend as often as your schedule allows. Open to ages 18+.

Monday, 17 Jul 2023

Drop in Craft: Cottagecore Mushrooms

Jul 17, 2023

All day

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$11 in studio/$15 to-go

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Once upon a time, when the world moved at a slower pace, it was easier to observe the beauty in nature and the joy in single-tasking. Find your cottagecore vibe while painting a trio of small wooden mushrooms that can be attached to a wood slice with a little moss. Enjoy the process of creating and bringing the outdoors in when displaying your trio of toadstools.

Drop in Craft: Glass Magnets

Jul 17, 2023

All day

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$8 in studio/$9 to-go

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Browse through our stash of patterned papers, maps, sheet music, and comic books for images or designs you like and turn them into a set of 4 handy fridge magnets.

Paint Your Own Pottery: Adorable Animals Week

Jul 17, 2023

All day

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

July 17-July 22 Pandas, bunnies, llamas, Frenchies, hedgehogs, buffalo, kittens, narwhals, owls, flamingos, frogs, rhinos, kittens and so many more!

Tuesday, 18 Jul 2023

Songwriter Showcase (outdoors): Danny Grause and Monica Austin

Jul 18, 2023

7:00 PM

Stephens Auditorium, southeast lawn

$10 ($7 online in advance)

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

Award-winning Midwest country music artists Danny Grause and Monica Austin will perform as part of the Goldfinch Room Iowa Songwriters Showcase. This event will be on the lawn and patrons are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.

Wednesday, 19 Jul 2023

Grown-up Paint Your Own Pottery: Whiskey & Wine Night

Jul 19, 2023

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$14-$25 depending on the bisque you choose

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Paint a glass for your favorite adult beverage, whether you like a hoppy brew, Moscow mules, smooth whisky, or rose all day. Lots of beverageware to choose from that work great for NA drinks too

Sunday, 23 Jul 2023

Sunday Tour

Jul 23, 2023

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Brunnier Art Museum

free

University Museums Arts, performances

Sunday Tours are 30 minutes long, are led by University Museums docents or staff, and are free!

Argentine Tango Drop-In Lessons

Jul 23, 2023

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Room 3512, Memorial Union

5 lessons for $45 ISU, $55 public

Memorial Union programs Arts, performances Student activities

This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. Classes meet every Sunday and drop-ins are welcome. Purchase a dance punch card and attend as often as your schedule allows. Open to ages 18+.

Monday, 24 Jul 2023

Drop in Craft: Cottagecore Mushrooms

Jul 24, 2023

All day

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$11 in studio/$15 to-go

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Once upon a time, when the world moved at a slower pace, it was easier to observe the beauty in nature and the joy in single-tasking. Find your cottagecore vibe while painting a trio of small wooden mushrooms that can be attached to a wood slice with a little moss. Enjoy the process of creating and bringing the outdoors in when displaying your trio of toadstools.

Drop in Craft: Glass Magnets

Jul 24, 2023

All day

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$8 in studio/$9 to-go

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Browse through our stash of patterned papers, maps, sheet music, and comic books for images or designs you like and turn them into a set of 4 handy fridge magnets.

Tuesday, 25 Jul 2023

Carillon Summer Concert Series

Jul 25, 2023

7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Central Campus

free

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

Carillon concert with guest carillonneur Jim Fackenthal (St. Chrysostom's Church, Chicago, Illinois). Bring lawn chairs or blankets, and enjoy an evening performance on central campus.

Wednesday, 26 Jul 2023

Art Walk: Diversity in Art on Campus

Jul 26, 2023

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

University Library

free

University Museums Arts, performances

The Art on Campus Collection showcases the talents of artists from a variety of racial and cultural backgrounds. Join Cailtlin Patton for a walk through some of the artists representing the diversity of the campus community.

Grown-up Paint Your Own Pottery: Potty Mouth Pottery

Jul 26, 2023

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$14-$25 depending on the bisque you choose

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Paint whatever $#@! words you want on a bowl, mug, or plate.

Friday, 28 Jul 2023

Paint by Number Friday: Mountain Landscapes

Jul 28, 2023

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$10 in studio

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Grab a friend and drop by for a fun evening of easy painting. Each Friday has a different theme, and there will be 4-6 paintings to choose from. If you don't finish, no worries! We will send you home with extra paint and brushes, or you are welcome to come back sometime the following week.

Sunday, 30 Jul 2023

Argentine Tango Drop-In Lessons

Jul 30, 2023

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Room 3512, Memorial Union

5 lessons for $45 ISU, $55 public

Memorial Union programs Arts, performances Student activities

This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. Classes meet every Sunday and drop-ins are welcome. Purchase a dance punch card and attend as often as your schedule allows. Open to ages 18+.