24 May 2019

Felix Adler Children's Discovery Center “Clinton, Iowa’s Children’s Museum” End of May — It’s Almost Felix Adler Day

By Nikki McGinnis

 

CLINTON, IOWA (May 23, 2019) — The Felix Adler Children’s Discovery Center, "Clinton, Iowa's Children's Museum," is ending May in a great way with these events and activities. Make a special patriotic suncatcher on WOW Wednesday. Then, jump around at Funtime Friday. Each of these programs is free with regular museum admission or membership. Felix Adler Day, on June 15, is almost here.

WOW Wednesday

21 May 2019

Family Museum Presents children’s Fitness Exhibit, "Run! Jump! Fly! Adventures in Action" for Summer 2019

By Elly Gerdts
20 May 2019

2019 ArtWorks Expo High School Pastel Competition at Eastern Iowa Community Colleges Campus (EICC)

By Sherry Maurer

 

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 20, 2019) — Due to the April 30 flood that has Bucktown Center for the Arts closed for renovations, MidCoast Fine Arts’ 2019 ArtWorks Expo High School Pastel Competition will be held at the Eastern Iowa Community Colleges Campus (EICC). College administrators generously have offered use of the site for the event that will take place Saturday, May 25, 9:30AM-4PM, 101 W 3rd St, Davenport, Iowa, 52801.

14 May 2019

The African American Museum of Iowa (AAMI) to Participate in Blue Star Museums Starting 05/18

By Jennifer Beall

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (May 14, 2019) — This summer, the African American Museum of Iowa (AAMI) announces it will join museums nationwide in participating in the tenth summer of Blue Star Museums, a program which provides free admission to our nation’s active-duty military personnel and their families. The 2019 program will begin earlier than in past years, launching on Saturday, May 18, 2019, Armed Forces Day, and ending on Monday, September 2, 2019, Labor Day.

13 May 2019

A Tribute to Motown to Play on Putnam’s Roof

By Kevin Hall

DAVENPORT, Iowa (May 13, 2019) — The Putnam is continuing its rooftop concert tradition with "A Tribute to Motown" on Saturday, May 18, at noon. The concert is free to the public, and visitors are encouraged to bring chairs to enjoy the open-air concert in the Putnam parking lot.

12 May 2019

Lange Nacht des Museums/Night at the Museum Community Event

By German American Heritage Center and Museum

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 10, 2019) — "Lange Nacht des Museums/Night at the Museum" is a unique opportunity for the QC community to visit the German American Heritage Center and Museum (GAHC/M) and engage with others interested in cultural exchange. This event is hosted by Fulbright Germany Alumni and will feature presentations on German and American culture and friendship. Admission is free!

Program

6PM — GAHC Doors open for self-guided tours until 8PM

10 May 2019

Putnam to Host Free Film Screening, Discussion with Envisioning Race Event

By Kevin Smith

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 10, 2019) — The Putnam is calling members of the community to discuss how “race” is perceived during the free event, Envisioning Race, Thursday, May 16, at 7PM.

The event features a screening of the documentary “What’s Race Got to Do with It?” in the Putnam’s Giant Screen Theater. The film explores issues such as underrepresentation, the limitations of multiculturalism, social equity, affirmative action, and how to make a difference.

10 May 2019

Felix Adler Children's Discovery Center “Clinton, Iowa’s Children’s Museum” an A-May-zing Time

By Nikki McGinnis

CLINTON, IOWA (May 9, 2019) — The Felix Adler Children’s Discovery Center, "Clinton, Iowa's Children's Museum," is making many magical moments in May. At WOW Wednesday you’ll experiment with leftover Peeps. Then, it’s time for music with Miss April and Miss Amanda at Funtime Friday. Each of these programs is free with regular museum admission or membership. Monday, May 20, brings a Pizza Ranch Fundraiser Night, 5-8PM, as well as Wendy’s Fundraiser Night, 5-7PM.

07 May 2019

"Vanessa German: Miracles and Glory Abound" to Open May 11 at the Figge Art Museum

By Natalie Dunlop

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 7, 2019) — A multimedia installation by Pittsburgh-based artist Vanessa German will be on view at the Figge Art Museum beginning Saturday.

06 May 2019

Figge Art Museum Executive Director to Leave This Summer, Having Established Solid Foundation for Museum’s Future

By Natalie Dunlop

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 3, 2019) — Cindy Carlson, President of the Board of Directors of the Figge Art Museum, announced today that Tim Schiffer, Executive Director and CEO, has given notice of his intent to resign effective later this summer. “We are very grateful for Tim’s contributions to the Figge and the community as a whole,” Carlson said. “We will greatly miss the leadership, knowledge, and love for art that he brought to the Figge.”

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