Installation view of the exhibition "And Gladly Teach"

Grinnell College Museum of Art

GCMoA is free and open to all.

Regular Hours

Tuesday through Friday 11 a.m.–6 p.m.

Thursday evenings open until 8 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday 1–5 p.m.

Closed Mondays

The museum will be closed for the holidays Dec. 21–Jan. 1

Currently on view

  • Print titled "Contemplation", by Jacob Lawrence, showing a man in a high-backed ladder chair from behind as he studies a book by candlelight.

    Sept. 26 – Dec. 20, 2024

    And Gladly Teach: The Museum as a Classroom

    Each year, nearly 2,000 objects from the museum’s ever-growing art collection are requested by professors and students for discussion, research, writing, art making, and exhibition projects. This exhibition features works of art, from ancient to contemporary, that continually enrich the learning experience for all of our audiences across campus and community.

    This exhibition is presented in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the opening of Grinnell College’s Bucksbaum Center for the Arts.

Upcoming Exhibitions

  • Portrait of artist Willie Cole, with the markings of the holes of a clothing iron superimposed on his face.

    Jan. 7 – May 19, 2025

    Knowledge into Action: The Museum’s Collection as a Catalyst

    Each year, objects from the museum’s art collection serve as inspiration for Grinnell College students for discussion, research, writing, art making, and exhibition projects. Knowledge into Action features artworks that have enriched the learning experience for Grinnell College students who have gone on to have careers in museums and the arts. This exhibition is presented in celebration of the 25th anniversary of Grinnell College’s Bucksbaum Center for the Arts.

  • Image of Matthew Kluber's artwork, showing three vertical bands of green, red, and orange projected light.

    Jan. 23 – Mar. 30, 2025

    Everything Left Unsaid

    The museum continues its celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Bucksbaum Center for the Arts in this exhibition featuring work by art faculty members Jeremy Chen, Andrew Kaufman, Matthew Kluber, Robin Strangfeld, Nicky Tavares, and Emily Yurkevicz.

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Contact Information

Phone
641-269-4660

Bucksbaum Center for the Arts
1108 Park St
Grinnell, IA 50112
United States

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