The Des Moines Art Center is a museum, an art school, and a sculpture park.
4700 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA
Joined January 2009
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Field Trip! @DMArtCenter museum tour with a fantastic group of AP Art and Art Appreciation students! A fun day!! Did I mention that this was my 18th year of museum tours? It doesn’t get old! #belong #onward @norwalk_hs
Don't miss the Ceramics Bowl Exchange event on Friday, July 28 for a unique opportunity to connect with fellow artists, exchange hand-made bowls, and explore the fantastic ceramics exhibition currently on view at the Art Center. bit.ly/3OiJ6ft
With @barbiethemovie fever in the air, we couldn't resist sharing this polaroid series from our permanent collections by David Levinthal ⬇️⬇️
Untitled Barbie #8, 1998
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Des Moines Art Center Permanent Collections; Gift of Judith Levinthal, Santa Monica, CA, 2001.4
David Levinthal (American, born 1949)
Untitled Barbie #27, 1998
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Des Moines Art Center Permanent Collections; Gift of Daniel Levinthal, Wynnewood, PA, 2001.6
David Levinthal (American, born 1949)
Untitled Barbie #11, 1998
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Des Moines Art Center Permanent Collections; Gift of Judith Levinthal, Santa Monica, CA, 2001.3
We are excited to announce Dr. Kelly Baum as the new John and Mary Pappajohn Director! Dr. Baum comes to Des Moines from The Met in New York. She will assume the role in May 2023 following the retirement of Jeff Fleming. Read more: bit.ly/3I3rLnF
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The @DMArtCenter’s “Automat” by #EdwardHopper featured on @CBSSunday: cbsnews.com/video/a-window-i… @whitneymuseum @KCCINews @BravoGreaterDSM #DSMUSA #catchdsm
DM Art Center retweeted
First Feature Friday from the new issue! The @DMArtCenter is celebrating a big anniversary (75!!), so learn about its history and preview the new exhibit opening Feb. 10 that will celebrate all these years of Iowa art: ow.ly/zGXA50Mwy3n
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Arts education is critical. That’s why Principal® Foundation is honored to collaborate with the @ByDegreesDSM and @DMArtCenter on My Voice, a student program focused on the benefits of using art as a powerful tool of expression. Read more: bit.ly/3BJ49RU
The Art Center will continue to adhere to the Des Moines mask ordinance. The health and well-being of visitors, members, students, and staff remains our top priority.
Due to the heavy snowfall, the Art Center will be closed today, Tuesday, January 26. On-site classes are canceled, but virtual classes will proceed as scheduled.
We plan to return to regular hours tomorrow but please stay tuned for updates.
The Art Center will be closed today, Friday, January 15, due to inclement weather. ❄️ We plan to return to normal hours on Saturday, but please stay tuned to our website and our social media channels for further updates.
Due to the impending snowstorms, the Art Center will be closed today, Tuesday, December 29, for the safety of our visitors and staff. We plan to return to normal hours on Wednesday, but please stay tuned to our website and our social media channels for further updates. ❄️
Support for this concert made possible by the generosity of attendees of the Art Center Gala. On Thurs, Sept 24, from 8–10 pm, drive by the Art Center to see the Richard Meier building ILLUMINATED with images of works from our permanent collections. Enjoy: youtu.be/AJGOmh5hAt4
Power has been restored at the Art Center, and the museum will resume regular business hours today, Thursday, August 13.
Continuing today, Wednesday, August 12, the Art Center is still without power, and will remain closed until electricity is restored.
Please stay tuned to social media for updates!
As of today, Tuesday, August 11, the Art Center is without power, and will be closed until electricity is restored.
Please stay tuned to social media for updates!
