Glazed fragment with Leopard against Foliate Background

Fragmentary Visions: Grinnell College’s Kelekian Collection on View at Grinnell College Museum of Art through May 6

Jan 25, 2023
A new exhibition at the Grinnell College Museum of Art offers an opportunity to view some of the oldest works in the museum’s collection while celebrating student scholarship.
canvas oil painting with abstract design

Paintings by Iraqi American Artist Vian Sora Currently on View at Grinnell College Museum of Art

Jan 09, 2023
If you find yourself in need of a message of hope and beauty during these cold January days, visit the Grinnell College Museum of Art to see four colorful paintings by Iraqi American artist Vian Sora (b. 1976) on exhibit through April 8, 2023
Professor Jenny Anger and a group of students examine an artwork in the Print and Drawing Study Room

Anger’s New Book to Explore Surrealism and Female Mental Illness

Dec 19, 2022
Professor of Art History Jenny Anger is studying how admiration for female “madness” has affected the reality of women artists with mental illness.
suitcase with hole

Devices, Tools, Objects, and Props: Recent Work by Jeremy Chen opens at Grinnell College Museum of Art January 27

Dec 16, 2022

On Friday, Jan. 27, the Grinnell College Museum of Art (GCMoA) will open Devices, Tools, Objects, and Props: Recent Work by Jeremy Chen continuing through Saturday, April 8. A public conversation…

Tilly Woodward and Karen Neal pose for photo

Tilly Woodward and Karen Neal Honored with Spirit of Giving Award for Community Service

Dec 15, 2022
Tilly Woodward, curator of academic and community outreach, and Karen Neal, director of Drake Community Library, were honored by the Greater Poweshiek Community Foundation last month with the Spirit of Giving Award for “contagious enthusiasm.”  

5 Questions with Royce Wolf

Oct 11, 2022
We caught up with Royce Wolf, associate professor of mathematics, to ask him five pressing questions ahead of his recital on Tuesday, Oct. 11, in the Grinnell College Museum of Art.
Egypt or Syra, Bowl, 19th century, brass with silver and copper inlay. Collection of the Huntington Museum of Art, Gift of Drs. Joseph and Omayma Touma and family.

Reverent Ornament: Art from the Islamic World Exhibition premieres at Grinnell College Museum of Art

Sep 14, 2022
On Tuesday, Sept. 27, the Grinnell College Museum of Art (GCMoA) will open Reverent Ornament: Art from the Islamic World continuing through Saturday, Dec. 10. The exhibition explores the West’s fascination with the arts and crafts traditions of the Middle East and beyond.
Ram Kumar, Indian 1924-2018. Townscape, 1991, Grey wash on paper. Collection of Umesh & Sunanda Gaur.

Paper Trails: Modern Indian Works on Paper from the Gaur Collection Exhibition Premieres at Grinnell College Museum of Art

Sep 12, 2022
On Tuesday, September 27, the Grinnell College Museum of Art (GCMoA) will open Paper Trails: Modern Indian Works on Paper from the Gaur Collection continuing through Saturday, December 10. A public conversation and opening reception will be held on Friday, September 30, beginning at 5 pm.
Joe Tuggle Lacina

Joe Tuggle Lacina Named Iowa Artist Fellow

Aug 15, 2022
Grinnell College studio art technical assistant, has been named an Iowa Artist Fellow for fiscal year 2023. Tuggle Lacina is one of five fellows selected. This annual competitive fellowship supports Iowa artists, filmmakers, musicians, and creative writers who demonstrate exceptional creativity and a commitment to advancing their artistic practices at a pivotal moment in their careers.  
Jeanette Copeman

Jewel Box Quilters Guild Exhibition Featured at Grinnell College Museum of Art

Jul 11, 2022

The Grinnell College Museum of Art (GCMoA) is featuring the Jewel Box Quilters Guild Exhibition, which will run until Saturday, August 27. This exhibition showcases quilts of all sizes, techniques…

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