01 Mar 2018

Family Museum Announces 2018 Spring Break Spectacular Lineup

By Elly Gerdts

Bettendorf — Looking for something to do during Spring Break? Look no further! The Family Museum has twelve great days of spring break programming for your family to enjoy. All events and performances are included with admission or membership. Sponsored by the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs.

Colorful India Day with the Kalanjali Dance Academy Monday, March 12 Performances at 10:30 am and 1:00 pm Activities 11:15 am – 1:00 pm

28 Feb 2018

Radim Schreiber, Photography: The Magical Glow of Fireflies

By Pat Bereskin

The public is invited to experience the light and sounds of the forest in an exhibition opening Saturday, March 10, The Magical Glow of Fireflies by international photographer Radim Schreiber. Join us to hear the stories and techniques discovered in this journey of light by the artist at two Art Talks. For families at 10 a.m. and adults at 4 p.m. with an artist reception to follow. The show runs through April 28, 2018

27 Feb 2018

Need some inspiration? Catch great movies and activities for the family at the Putnam!

By Kevin Smith
Witness the inspiring story of 'Brian's Song' when you see the Pro Football Hall of Fame exhibit!
Where else in the area can you see jerseys and memorabilia from legendary Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers players?
26 Feb 2018

Quad City Arts Presents Art @ the QC Int'l Airport

By Dawn Wohlford-Metallo

WHAT:  Quad City Arts Art @ the Airport Exhibition

WHEN:  March 2-April 30, 2018

WHERE: Quad City International Airport Gallery, 2200 69th Ave., Moline, IL

WHO: Tilly Woodward of Grinnell, IA; David Zahn, Moline, IL; Cindy Lesperance, Lakemoor, IL; Carol Hamilton, Harvard, IL and Brad Hook, Chicago.

19 Feb 2018

This year's great summer camp lineup features magic, zombies and more at the Putnam!

By Putnam Museum & Science Center
Start planning your summer fun with NEW summer camps at the Putnam!
Sick of winter? Start planning your children's summer by registering today for programs packed with fun and discovery, including favorites such as the return of the Midwest’s premiere wizarding prep school!
19 Feb 2018

World Adventure Series at the Putnam gears up for final run of the season, examining deserts, the Middle East and Guatemala

By Kevin Smith

Davenport, Iowa (Feb. 14, 2018) — Film-lovers will have a chance to see the world without leaving their seat as the World Adventure Series gears up for its final three programs of the season at the Putnam's Giant Screen Theater.

The series continues Feb. 20 by showcasing the “The Lure & Lore of Deserts” along with comments from film director Sandy Mortimer before and after the showing and concludes April 10 with “Guatemala: Land of the Maya.”

15 Feb 2018

Putnam lays the ground work for engineering-based activities at Friday's Family Fun Night

By Kevin Smith

DAVENPORT (Feb. 12, 2018) — The Putnam will provide families with the tools they need to engineer a night of hands-on learning and fun Friday, Feb. 16, with Family Fun Night.

STEM-related ideas and activities will take center stage at the Putnam Museum & Science Center with "Engineering our World" from 5 to 8:30 p.m.

09 Feb 2018

Sports, Saturn and SCIENCE! There's so much to do and see this weekend at the Putnam!

By Putnam Museum & Science Center
Get your football fix! Catch a sports classic on the GIANT Screen, and see the new Gridiron Glory exhibit!
The Pro Football Hall of Fame exhibit has arrived at the Putnam and so has the chance to see classic football movies each Saturday on the GIANT Screen!
09 Feb 2018

TOURING EXHIBITION FACES OF IOWA STATE OPENS AT MUSCATINE ART CENTER

By Lynn Bartenhagen

Beginning in the 1930s, at the height of the Great Depression, Iowa State University (ISU) made it a priority to commission and paint portraits. The commemoration of presidents, deans, accomplished faculty and heralded alumni strove to honor the college’s heritage and legacies. This tradition continues today with the active commissioning of portraits by departments and colleges all across ISU and is celebrated through this statewide touring exhibition Faces of Iowa State.

07 Feb 2018

Herbert Hoover National Historic Site Hosting Winter Wisdom Series

By Byrony Forbes

WEST BRANCH, IOWA—Herbert Hoover National Historic Site is hosting a speaker series February 24th, March 3rd and March 17th, all at 2:00 p.m. in the visitor center. A variety of topics will be covered, offering audience members a chance to learn new and fascinating things.   All presentations are free and open to the public. 

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