20 Jun 2025

Berry Retrospective to Be Held Friday, June 27, 5:30–7:30PM, at CSPS Hall in Cedar Rapids

By Melissa Porter

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (June 20, 2025) — S Torriano Berry, is hosting a retrospective exhibit featuring his work as an independent filmmaker and art by his mother, Jean Berry, at CSPS Hall, 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids. Proceeds from a silent auction of Jean Berry’s works at 5:30PM, Friday, June 27, will benefit the African American Museum of Iowa and the Toni Berry Memorial Scholarship fund at the University of Iowa.

19 Jun 2025

Celebrating 25 Years of the Metro Arts Youth Apprenticeship Program

By Alex Salaverria

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (June 19, 2025) — This summer marks a major milestone: 25 years of the Metro Arts Youth Apprenticeship Program, one of Quad City Arts’ most impactful and beloved initiatives. Since its start in 2000, Metro Arts has empowered young creatives across the region with a powerful message: Art is work, and young artists are essential to the vitality and creative backbone of our communities.

18 Jun 2025

This Year’s Ice Cream Social Celebrates the 60-Year History of the Muscatine Art Center

By Lynn Bartenhagen

Tim Schiffer, Tribute: Muscatine Still Lifes, watercolor, 2024

MUSCATINE, IOWA (June 18, 2025) — 2025 marks the sixtieth anniversary of the Muscatine Art Center, and the Annual Ice Cream Social on June 29 will have some special additions. The Friends of the Muscatine Art Center invites the local community to celebrate during this free, family-oriented event, 1-4PM.

09 Jun 2025

Artist Chosen for Downtown Bettendorf Mural

By Jennifer Walker

BETTENDORF, IOWA (June 9, 2025) — The Downtown Bettendorf Organization (DBO) is pleased to announce that local artist William Gustafson has been chosen to paint a new mural located on the west-facing wall at 312 17th St, across from City Hall.

Titled Arches, the concept of the mural is to show the viewer the time periods through the arches. Gustafson will paint the mural in June with an unveiling planned in early July.

04 Jun 2025

African American Museum of Iowa Commemorates Juneteenth

By Melissa Porter

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (June 4, 2025) — The African American Museum of Iowa (AAMI) is hosting its annual Juneteenth Festival at NewBo City Market, 11AM-5PM, Saturday, June 14. The AAMI’s highly-anticipated festival will include live music and performances, local non-profit and business organizations, food and merchandise vendors, and family-friendly activities!

30 May 2025

Twenty-Ninth Season of Ballet Quad Cities

By Ballet Quad Cities

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (May 30, 2025) — We are thrilled to announce our 29th season of World Class Ballet! This season promises to include both new works and old favorites. Whether you're a lifelong ballet enthusiast or a curious newcomer, there’s something marvelous waiting for you at every performance. So why not gather your friends, bring your family, and join us in celebrating the beauty of dance together?

15 May 2025

Dino Days is Back at the Putnam Museum and Science Center

By Jessica Beshears

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 15, 2025) — The Putnam Museum and Science Center will be hosting its annual Dino Days on Saturday, May 31, and Sunday, June 1.

Dino Days is a family-friendly event for dinosaur lovers of all ages. During the event, the Putnam transforms its Lardner Balcony into a “Jurassic-Style Park” for all sorts of fun activities and crafts.

12 May 2025

The Muscatine Art Center is a 2025 Blue Star Museum

By Lynn Bartenhagen

MUSCATINE, IOWA (May 12, 2025) — The Muscatine Art Center is pleased to participate in Blue Star Museums, a program that provides free admission to currently serving US military personnel and their families during the summer.

07 May 2025

Event for All Ages Celebrates Flowers and the Japanese Garden

By Lynn Bartenhagen

MUSCATINE, IOWA (May 7, 2025) — The Friends of the Japanese Garden and Friends of the Muscatine Art Center are offering a new event on Saturday, May 17, 1:30-4:30PM. “For the Love of the Garden” is the perfect afternoon escape for the entire family. Garden and flower lovers, live music fans, art enthusiasts, families with kids, and those shopping for unique gifts will all find something to appreciate at this special event.

01 May 2025

George Nakashima Woodworker: A Definitive Documentary; Documentary Screening at The Figge Art Museum

By Becky Nakashima Brooke

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 1, 2025) — For many who know him through his works and ideas, admirers of George Nakashima may think his definitive documentary would break down the design elements and trace the techniques that explain what he created. But his life's work was more a result of an esoteric collection of experiences; he became a lone seeker searching for meaning in life.

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