In the 1990s, while studying at the University of Iowa, Brant Bollman became fascinated by the way African masks were treated in museums. These masks, once powerful talismans of community, wrapped in dance, ritual, music, and story, were stripped of their cultural context. The raffia fiber costumes and intricate narratives that gave them meaning were...
Join us at the Stanley Museum of Art on Jan. 12, 2025, at 12:30 p.m. for our Sundays with the Docents tour where Stanley docents create unique tours to share with our audiences throughout the year. Form and Purpose will be led by Docent Jill Maahs who will look at the tradition of objects from the African continent. The...
In the 1990s, while studying at the University of Iowa, Brant Bollman became fascinated by the way African masks were treated in museums. These masks, once powerful talismans of community, wrapped in dance, ritual, music, and story, were stripped of their cultural context. The raffia fiber costumes and intricate narratives that gave them meaning were...
In the 1990s, while studying at the University of Iowa, Brant Bollman became fascinated by the way African masks were treated in museums. These masks, once powerful talismans of community, wrapped in dance, ritual, music, and story, were stripped of their cultural context. The raffia fiber costumes and intricate narratives that gave them meaning were...
In the 1990s, while studying at the University of Iowa, Brant Bollman became fascinated by the way African masks were treated in museums. These masks, once powerful talismans of community, wrapped in dance, ritual, music, and story, were stripped of their cultural context. The raffia fiber costumes and intricate narratives that gave them meaning were...
In the 1990s, while studying at the University of Iowa, Brant Bollman became fascinated by the way African masks were treated in museums. These masks, once powerful talismans of community, wrapped in dance, ritual, music, and story, were stripped of their cultural context. The raffia fiber costumes and intricate narratives that gave them meaning were...
In the 1990s, while studying at the University of Iowa, Brant Bollman became fascinated by the way African masks were treated in museums. These masks, once powerful talismans of community, wrapped in dance, ritual, music, and story, were stripped of their cultural context. The raffia fiber costumes and intricate narratives that gave them meaning were...
Zanetta uses stones and wire to create beautiful pieces of wearable art. She mixes soft and hard textures together which enables them to share the spotlight and enhance each other's qualities. A desire to touch and feel the textures creates a successful design in her eyes. Zanetta teaches wirework at Beadology Iowa. Check out her...
In the 1990s, while studying at the University of Iowa, Brant Bollman became fascinated by the way African masks were treated in museums. These masks, once powerful talismans of community, wrapped in dance, ritual, music, and story, were stripped of their cultural context. The raffia fiber costumes and intricate narratives that gave them meaning were...
Hosted by students and faculty of the School of Music of the University of Iowa, “Jane and Her Music” will provide a unique window into Austen and her times. Festivities will take place in the historic Senate Chamber of the Old Capitol, evoking the sort of space where Austen herself might have attended a concert. All events...
Enjoy refreshments, curator remarks, and an open house in recognition of the spring 2025 Main Library Gallery exhibit, A Roll of the Dice: Symbolism in the Sackner Archive, curated by Rich Dana. Event Schedule 4–6 p.m.: Reception and open house with curator Rich Dana 4:30 p.m.: Brief remarks in the Main Library Gallery 6 p.m.: Opening event...
This free art show presented by Inside Out Reentry Community will showcase the incredible artistry of incarcerated and formerly incarcerated individuals. Reception: Friday February 7 at 6 pm, where some of the artists will be present to share their work. Art from the Inside Out is meant to celebrate the talent and hard work of...
