July 17 2024
From teams of co-workers and family events to simple merriment, the love of games is creating community in a time of pervasive loneliness and disconnection.
July 15 2024
These state-specific gatherings are essential to capacity-building and connection in the arts field.
At LIAL, a hodgepodge of letters, diaries, doodles, recipes, magazines and 'GAY ART' is an ever-growing archive of distinctly Iowan queer materials.
June 25 2024
From catsup bottles and coffee pots to pumpkins and ears of corn, the Midwest skyline is dotted with uniquely industrial artistry.
May 1 2024
In the 1980s, Horn Elementary School students in Iowa City kindled a pen pal relationship with Keith Haring. In 1989, the artist visited Horn to paint a mural, which remained...
March 25 2024
How Jordan’s “Musical Ambassadress” teamed up with Oskaloosa’s local choir for a week of cultural exchange and learning.
March 21 2024
From 2019-24, we supported six partners as they created unique artist residencies with their communities. Here’s what we learned along the way.
March 14 2024
During 2020, spoken-word-artist Akwi Nji couldn't get on stage anymore to express herself in front of live audiences, so she turned to visual art. It led to a complete overhaul...
March 5 2024
Trappist Caskets, located near the New Melleray Abbey in northeast Iowa, prayerfully serves families and the land.
February 28 2024
Marissa Hernandez invited young people from this small-town community to help paint murals that amplify culture and representation.