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Songwriter Showcase: Wolfskill and The Wild
Wolfskill and The Wild take the stage for the third of five performances in the Goldfinch Room Songwriter Showcase series at Reiman Gardens. A local food truck will be on site and beverages will be available for purchase. Outside food and nonalcoholic beverages are allowed. Audience members are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating on the lawn. Inclement weather could move the performance to the Garden Room.
Performance: Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons
"The Last Encores Tour," featuring 2025 Lifetime Achievement Grammy Winner Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. This tour promises to be a fantastic celebration of Valli's legendary career, showcasing his timeless music and incredible showmanship.
Art Walk: Monumental Metals
Larger-than-life sculptures can both catch the eye and transform a space with their presence alone. Take a walk through some of the most striking examples of large-scale metal sculpture around campus.
Songwriter Showcase: David G. Smith and Carol Montag
David G. Smith and Carol Montag take the stage for the second of five performances in the Goldfinch Room Songwriter Showcase series at Reiman Gardens. A local food truck will be on site and beverages will be available for purchase. Outside food and nonalcoholic beverages are allowed. Audience members are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating on the lawn. Inclement weather could move the performance to the Garden Room.
A New Deal: Christian Petersen and the PWAP
As part of the 50th anniversary, University Museums is highlighting some of the earliest and most vital works in the Art on Campus Collection. Join University Museums for a tour of Christian Petersen's first public art for Iowa State at the Food Science Building, with the History of Dairying murals and entry bas reliefs.
Sculptures for ISU by Christian Petersen
As part of the 50th anniversary, University Museums is highlighting some of the earliest and most vital works in the Art on Campus Collection. Join University Museums for a tour of Christian Petersen's post New Deal public art for Iowa State, starting at the iconic "Fountain of Four Seasons" and ending outside MacKay Hall.
What is Place-Making in a Landscape? With Bambi Yost, Associate Professor of Landscape Architecture
Yost will examine how landscapes, communities, and imagination combine to form meaningful and memorable places. Place-making is a collaborative and creative process; it helps communities reimagine possibilities for their shared land(s); and it strengthens place-identity, place attachment, and shared values.
"Hive Mind" Inspirations: Chemistry at Iowa State
In the newly installed public work of art "Hive Mind", artist Beth Lipman drew inspiration from multiple ISU departments for examples of historical innovation to represent in glass. Join Brett Vanveller, associate professor in the department of Chemistry, to view some of the unique equipment found in the labs at Iowa State University, and how the discoveries made at ISU inspired the artist.
Art Write Now with the Ames Writers Collective
"Art Write Now" invites writers of all levels to explore the connection between visual art and creative writing! The program includes a guided tour of the Christian Petersen Art Museum's exhibitions with curator Alison Ranniger, followed by writing exercises led by Ana Hays McCracken to spark meaningful creative responses.
Art Walk: Dress and Drapery
Clothing and textiles have connected humanity across the expanse of history, geography, and culture. Join Caitlin Patton, the education assistant of the Christian Petersen Museum and the Art on Campus Collection, for a tour of public art featuring figures in a variety of garments and styles.
Songwriter Showcase: The Bird Hunters
The Bird Hunters open as the first of five performances in the Goldfinch Room Songwriter Showcase series at Reiman Gardens. A local food truck will be on site and beverages will be available for purchase. Outside food and nonalcoholic beverages are allowed. Audience members are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating on the lawn. Inclement weather could move the performance to the Garden Room.
"Hive Mind" Inspirations: Special Collections and Archives
With Greg Bailey, Head of Special Collections and University Archives
University Archives unveils some of the primary sources used as inspiration for artist Beth Lipman in the creation of "Hive Mind". Get a chance to view these historical objects up close with a visit to Iowa State's Special Collections, found in the University Library. Begin at Anderson Sculpture Garden, end at Special Collections.
Argentine Tango Drop-In Lessons
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. Classes meet every Sunday and drop-ins are welcome. Purchase a dance punch card and attend as often as your schedule allows. Open to ages 18+.
A New Deal: Art for ISU with Grant Wood
As part of the 50th anniversary, University Museums is highlighting some of the earliest and most vital works in the Art on Campus Collection with a tour of Grant Wood's 1930s murals at the Parks Library, as part of the Public Works of Art Project.
Meet in Parks Library, Grant Wood murals
Art Mart Spring Sale
Featuring artists, makers, and crafters from The Workspace, our spring market has something for everyone. From budding creatives on campus to professional artists you will find pottery, blown glass, jewelry, accessories, and prints. Sales support individual artists, The Workspace, and the Gaffer's Guild.
Art Mart Spring Sale
Featuring artists, makers, and crafters from The Workspace, our spring market has something for everyone. From budding creatives on campus to professional artists you will find pottery, blown glass, jewelry, accessories, and prints. Sales support individual artists, The Workspace, and the Gaffer's Guild.
Art Walk: Design Building and Student Innovation Center
Dive deep into the public art of the Design College and the Student Innovation Center! Learn about the history and research of the art and design division through a tour of the public works of art at Design Building and SIC.
Meet at the Design Building Front Exterior (east side)
Art Mart Spring Sale
Featuring artists, makers, and crafters from The Workspace, our spring market has something for everyone. From budding creatives on campus to professional artists you will find pottery, blown glass, jewelry, accessories, and prints. Sales support individual artists, The Workspace, and the Gaffer's Guild.
Art Mart Spring Sale
Featuring artists, makers, and crafters from The Workspace, our spring market has something for everyone. From budding creatives on campus to professional artists you will find pottery, blown glass, jewelry, accessories, and prints. Sales support individual artists, The Workspace, and the Gaffer's Guild.
Anderson Sculpture Garden Scavenger Hunt
As part of University Museums' 50th anniversary, the New Perennial Movement Sample Garden is a unique and active addition to Iowa State's aesthetic, designed by major American garden designer and Iowa State University alum, Austin Eischeid (BS Horticulture '11). In celebration of the larger expansion of the Anderson Sculpture Garden, participate in a pop-up scavenger hunt of the Anderson Sculpture Garden, and receive a prize for completion.