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SUMMARY:Wheel Throwing (March)\, Ages 18+ - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Wheel Throwing (March)\, Ages 18+\n\n\nWheel Throwing\, Ages 18+\nBeginning-Intermediate skill levels\nMondays\, 6 – 8:30 pm\nMarch 2 – 30 (5 weeks)\n$185 \nThis class will guide you through shaping clay on the wheel\, from centering to finishing simple forms. It’s perfect for beginners or intermediate potters who wish to practice and hone their skills. All materials provided. All finished work will be available 10 – 14 days after the class ends. \nClass size limit: 7\nStudio Location: Ceramics/North Studio\, 2nd Floor\nInstructor: Allyson Fillmore
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/wheel-throwing-march-ages-18-octagon-center-for-the-arts/2026-03-09/
LOCATION:Octagon Center for the Arts\, 427 Douglas Avenue\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Octagon Center for the Arts":MAILTO:info@octagonarts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T100000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
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SUMMARY:Exploring Art March - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Exploring Art March\n\n\nExploring Art\, 18 months – 3’s with an adult partner\nTuesdays\, 9:15 – 10 a.m.\n$65 for 4 week sessions \nMarch 3 – 31  (no class on 3/17) \nChildren and their adult partner will explore art together in a relaxed environment. Toddlers will create their own works of art while learning new skills like arranging\, gluing\, coloring over texture\, painting with different objects\, moving through transitions and imitating art making processes. Activities will focus on age appropriate\, playful\, artistic and sensory materials. \nClass size limit: 6 child/adult pairs.\nInstructor: Beth Weninger\nHunziker Studio
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/exploring-art-march-octagon-center-for-the-arts/2026-03-10/
LOCATION:Octagon Center for the Arts\, 427 Douglas Avenue\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Octagon Center for the Arts":MAILTO:info@octagonarts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
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SUMMARY:Terra Cotta Conservation in the Art on Campus Collection
DESCRIPTION:University Museums presents “Terra Cotta Conservation in the Art on Campus Collection\,” an intimate exhibition in the Christian Petersen Art Museum showcasing the innovative technology and conservation science used to preserve Danish-American artist Christian Petersen’s iconic terra cotta sculptures across Iowa State University’s campus. \nThe exhibition\, which opens one week prior to classes beginning for the semester\, features materials samples\, 3D scanning documentation\, and behind-the-scenes insights from the ongoing conservation of the “History of Dairying” fountain—a National Register of Historic Places landmark created in 1934 as one of the nation’s earliest Public Works of Art Project (PWAP) installations. \nDemocratic Material Meets Iowa Weather\nWorking within Depression-era constraints\, Iowa State College President Raymond M. Hughes directed Petersen to work in terra cotta—”perhaps in tile or pottery”— because ISU’s Ceramic Engineering Department could produce it on campus within the tight PWAP budget and timeline. The material was affordable and expressive—Petersen could create detailed public art for Iowa State’s students at a fraction of the cost of bronze or marble\, perfectly aligned with the land-grant mission of serving everyone\, not elite institutions. The hand-modeling technique allowed him to capture intricate details in works like the “Fountain of the Four Seasons\,” 1941 and “Three Athletes\,” 1936. \nISU Innovation in Action\nThe exhibition highlights the partnership between University Museums and ISU’s Manufacturing & Teaching Labs\, where Sawyer Krotz conducted comprehensive 3D scans of the “History of Dairying” fountain to create precise digital models for replication. The same technology was used to replicate the terra cotta for the “Fountain of the Four Seasons\,” recently re-dedicated after multi-year conservation. Iowa State’s terra cotta sculptures face challenges from freeze-thaw cycles. The same material that once drained Iowa’s agricultural fields (as drain tiles) graces campus buildings and public spaces\, requiring specialized preservation approaches developed through ISU’s materials science and engineering expertise. \n“Prior to 3D scanning\, successive replications of sculptures would be smaller than their originals due to approximately 5% shrinkage when terra cotta is fired\,” said Sydney Marshall\, Curator at University Museums. “A direct mold of the original would ultimately produce a smaller result because of that shrinkage. With 3D scanning\, we can digitally scale up the models by 5% before creating the molds\, ensuring the final fired terra cotta matches Petersen’s original dimensions exactly.” \nAfter 3D scanning\, the digital models are scaled up and used to create forms that terra cotta specialists use for traditional slip-casting methods. The active “History of Dairying” conservation project—which includes foundation repairs\, mural preservation\, and tier replication—is currently underway\, with fundraising still in progress to complete this (National Register) landmark preservation effort. \nExhibition Details\n“Terra Cotta Conservation in the Art on Campus Collection ” offers visitors an insider’s look at how Iowa State preserves and conserves historic objects—from the actual 3D scan data that captured Christian Petersen’s 1934 fountain details to materials samples showing 90 years of Iowa freeze-thaw damage . \nThis exhibition is curated by University Museums and sponsored by the Department of Mechanical Engineering and The John and Nancy Hayes Chair in Mechanical Engineering. \nThe exhibition opens January 12 and runs through December 18\, 2026\nWeekdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.\nChristian Petersen Art Museum’s Neva M. Petersen Gallery\nMorrill Hall\, Ground Floor Hallway\nFree admission \nSpecial Event\nMarch 10\, 5:30–6:30 PM\nTech Meets Tradition: Preserving Campus Art with Materials Engineering\nChristian Petersen Art Museum\, 003 Morrill Hall \nIn conjunction with the exhibition Terra Cotta Conservation in the Art on Campus Collection\, materials engineer Sawyer Krotz will join curator Sydney Marshall for a dynamic exploration of how technology is shaping the future of the conservation of sculpture. Following a guided tour of the exhibition\, watch a live demonstration of object scanning and learn how these tools can support the preservation and restoration of public art. Especially great for anyone interested in materials engineering\, museum conservation\, or historic preservation—no technical background required.\nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/terra-cotta-conservation-in-the-art-on-campus-collection/2026-03-10/
LOCATION:Christian Peterson Art Museum\, 1017 Morrill Hall\, 603 Morrill Rd\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="University Museums":MAILTO:museums@iastate.edu
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T173000
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SUMMARY:Octagonal: The All Media Show - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the PUBLIC RECEPTION: Jan. 22\, 2026 in the Community Gallery!\nAwards will be announced during the reception.\n\nOctagonal: The All-Media Show is the annual\, juried all-media exhibition at the Octagon Center for the Arts in Ames\, Iowa. Originally titled the Clay and Paper Show\, the exhibit opened in 1968 to provide an opportunity to the central Iowa arts community. Over the past 57 years\, the exhibit morphed over the decades to become the Clay\, Fiber\, Paper\, Glass\, Metal\, Wood Exhibit that has featured hundreds of artists from dozens of states. The newest version of the exhibit\, Octagonal: The All-Media Show\, launched in 2018 taking a note from the past while moving forward to continue to provide an exciting opportunity for artists across Iowa\, the Midwest\, and the nation. This exhibit features a regionally-recognized juror each year\, attracts artists from across the United States\, and provides significant cash awards.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/octagonal-the-all-media-show-octagon-center-for-the-arts/2026-03-10/
LOCATION:Octagon Center for the Arts\, 427 Douglas Avenue\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
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SUMMARY:Family Storytime - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Children of all ages and their grown-ups are invited to this storytime to build listening\, language\, and literacy skills through music\, movement\, song and action rhymes. Each week will feature a new theme.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/family-storytime-ames-public-library-2/2026-03-10/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
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SUMMARY:America 250: Prairie\, Plows\, and the People's College - University Museums
DESCRIPTION:America 250: Prairie\, Plows\, and the People’s College\nFebruary – October 2026 \nAmerica 250: Prairie\, Plows\, and the People’s College honors key people\, moments\, objects\, and experiences centered within Farm House through more than 250 primary source objects. The exhibition presents six themes—Early Iowa State Agricultural College and Model Farm\, Early Iowa\, Immigration\, National Imagery\, Native Stories\, and Innovation and the Victorian Home—through decorative arts\, textiles\, furniture\, agricultural implements\, and documents that trace the land-grant university’s heritage and the nation’s evolution. \nVisitors will see George Washington Carver featured in the 1896 Bomb yearbook as the first Black man to enroll\, graduate\, and teach at Iowa State; a hand-painted Norwegian Rosemaling trunk from 1852 personalized with the name “Anna”; Mary Beaumont Welch’s 1884 cookbook from the first Department of Domestic Economy in the nation; the VEISHA bicycle from the 1890s; and early student yearbooks revealing timeless aspects of college life. \nReflective questions appear throughout the exhibition\, inviting visitors to consider how historical narratives continue to shape contemporary society. Topics range from the Morrill Act of 1862 and land-grant universities to immigration patterns in Iowa\, Indigenous history\, and Victorian-era technological innovation. \nOn July 4\, 2026\, the United States will commemorate the 250th anniversary of its founding. Farm House Museum\, built in 1860 as Iowa State’s first building\, has been central to the development of campus\, Iowa State heritage\, education\, innovation\, and national policy.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/america-250-prairie-plows-and-the-peoples-college-2/2026-03-10/
LOCATION:Farm House Museum\, 601 Farm House Lane\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="University Museums":MAILTO:museums@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T163618Z
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SUMMARY:Beginning Watercolor Painting\, Ages 18+ - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Beginning Watercolor Painting\, Ages 18+\n\n\nBeginning Watercolor Painting\, Ages 18+\nTuesdays\, 1 – 3:30 p.m.\nFebruary 10 – March 10 (5 weeks)\n$120 \nLearn and practice brush control\, general principles\, techniques and tricks using watercolors. Students will learn to simulate texture and patterns resulting from combining and layering or glazing their paints. Basic skills in the use of transparent watercolors\, design principles including composition\, and how to decide what to keep or eliminate in your art will be covered. \nClass size limit: 12\nStudio Location: Dance/East Auxiliary Studio\nInstructor: Mike Mittermeier\nLearn more about Mike Mittermeier on Instagram @mikemittermeier \nMATERIALS LIST: Please bring the following to class \nWATERCOLOR PAINTS\nTransparent (Tube) watercolors. Tube watercolors are best and last longer than pan/palette watercolors.\nCadmium Red or Alizarin crimson\nCadmium Yellow or Lemon yellow\nRaw Sienna\nUltramarine Blue or Cerulean Blue\nHookers Green\nCadmium yellow\nPaynes grey\nBurnt Sienna\nOptional-Chinese white\nI have used Winsor Newton\, Holbein and Schminke. (Holbein is my favorite)\nTry to stay clear of the pan sets\, they are ok\, however\, they don’t last and quality is not as good.\nWATERCOLOR PAPER\n9” x 12 “ Cold Press Watercolor Pad from any of the following: Winsor & Newton\, Canson\, Strathmore\, or Arches\nWATERCOLOR BRUSHES*\n#8 Bright or flat\n# 10 or 14 Round\n# 0-2 Round long bristles\n*Get the best brushes you can afford. A Mix Synthetic brush lasts and lasts. These brushes are made with a mixture of synthetic filaments designed to replicate the properties of natural hair like sable\, often with added benefits like increased longevity and better color release.\n~Kolinski are pricey\, but they are great for holding paint and have a more natural feel.\n~Masterstroke\n~Red sable is resilient and budget friendly.\n~Chinese brushes are also great to have\, less expensive than sable.\nMISC.\nThe Watercolor color wheel; A reference guide to watercolor colors (Jerry’s Art-a-Rama and Amazon)\nXacto Knife (Or something similar) CAREFUL THEY ARE SHARP!\nHake 2 or 3 inch and natural sponge/elephant ear sponge (Hobby Lobby\, Amazon\, Jerry’s Art-a-Rama)
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/beginning-watercolor-painting-ages-18-octagon-center-for-the-arts/2026-03-10/
LOCATION:Octagon Center for the Arts\, 427 Douglas Avenue\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Octagon Center for the Arts":MAILTO:info@octagonarts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
CREATED:20260120T020923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T020923Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Time - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Bring your pre-walker to the Library for stories\, songs\, and baby sign language. Join with other caregivers and older siblings for 20 minutes of fun and learning. Feel free to bring a stuffed animal or doll for the older sibling to learn along with you. \nBabies and caregivers are welcome to stay and play after the event!
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/baby-time-ames-public-library-4/2026-03-10/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
CREATED:20251103T071005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T071005Z
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SUMMARY:Lego Builders - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Children in grades 1-5 are invited to get creative and build with lots of LEGO®! We’ll provide the bricks while the kids provide the imagination. All LEGO® will remain at the Library\, so bring a camera to capture a photo of your build. Please leave your own LEGO® at home so they don’t get mixed up with the Library’s. Storytime Room. \nSupported by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation. \n515 Douglas Avenue\nAmes\, IA 50010\n(515) 239-5646 \n\nMon. – Thurs.: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.\nFri. & Sat.: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.\nSun: 1 – 5 p.m.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/lego-builders-ames-public-library/2026-03-10/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T183000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
CREATED:20251229T172612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T172612Z
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SUMMARY:Tech Meets Tradition: Preserving Campus Art with Materials Engineering
DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with the exhibition Terra Cotta Conservation in the Art on Campus Collection\, materials engineer Sawyer Krotz will join curator Sydney Marshall for a dynamic exploration of how technology is shaping the future of the conservation of sculpture. Following a guided tour of the exhibition\, watch a live demonstration of object scanning and learn how these tools can support the preservation and restoration of public art. Especially great for anyone interested in materials engineering\, museum conservation\, or historic preservation—no technical background required. \nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/tech-meets-tradition-preserving-campus-art-with-materials-engineering/
LOCATION:Christian Peterson Art Museum\, 1017 Morrill Hall\, 603 Morrill Rd\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="University Museums":MAILTO:museums@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
CREATED:20260124T161611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T161611Z
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SUMMARY:Portrait Painting Ages\, 18+ - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Art of the Portrait\,  Ages 18+\nTuesdays\, 6 – 8 p.m.\nFebruary 10 – 24 (3 weeks)\n$85 \nStudents will explore the art of painting portraits.  Students have the choice to paint from a photo\, or paint a self-portrait by using a mirror. Students will learn to explore color\, likeness\, and the many ways of depicting a person on canvas.\nOil paint focused\, but other media are also welcome. All skill levels are welcome! \nInstructor: Zack Bukovich\nClass Size Limit: 10\nStudio Location: TBA \nStudent supply list:\nChoose preferred type of Paint: Gouache\, Acrylic or Oil Paint \n\n4-6 canvases\, panels or paper\, between 9 x12” and 16 x 20”\n\nGouache or Acrylic Supplies: \n\nGouache or Acrylic paints: A simple color palette of basic colors (red\, blue\, yellow\, black\, white and brown).\nBrushes*\n\nOil Painting Supplies: \n\nOil Paints:  Ivory Black\, Yellow Ochre\, Titanium white\, warm yellow and cool yellow (usually cadmium yellow and lemon yellow)\, warm red and cool red (usually cadmium red and alizarin crimson) and ultramarine blue; other colors of your choice (bring what you have).\nMixed sized brushes (can be bristle or synthetic)*\nPalette Knife\nPalette surface (sheets are fine)\nOdorless Turpentine or Gamsol\nPaint mixing tray\n*The Octagon will provide  paper towels\, pencils\, gently used paintbrushes of varying type and size.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/portrait-painting-ages-18-octagon-center-for-the-arts-2/2026-03-10/
LOCATION:Octagon Center for the Arts\, 427 Douglas Avenue\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Octagon Center for the Arts":MAILTO:info@octagonarts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
CREATED:20260120T023043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T023043Z
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SUMMARY:Conversation Circles: Spanish - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Gather (in person or online) for casual conversations in Spanish. Chat in your native language or get comfortable speaking in another language. Dale H. Ross Board Room \nTo join via Zoom\, click here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81706386269?pwd=h7HfoFApVWwea7yboGPUGsxXgRhD9w.1 \n 
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/conversation-circles-spanish-ames-public-library-2/2026-03-10/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
CREATED:20260302T195859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T195859Z
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SUMMARY:Estate Planning: The Best Plan for Your Clan - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Estate planning isn’t just about documents—it’s about people. \nJoin attorney Merlaine Mosley for an engaging session exploring how to create a clear\, practical plan that protects your loved ones\, preserves family harmony\, and ensures your wishes are honored. \nLearn how wills\, trusts\, powers of attorney\, and beneficiary designations work together to form a plan that truly fits your family—no matter its size\, structure\, or stage of life.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/estate-planning-the-best-plan-for-your-clan-ames-public-library/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
CREATED:20260124T171123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T171123Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Explorations March\, Ages 3 - 5 - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Creative Explorations March\, Ages 3 – 5\n\n\nCreative Explorations\, 3 – 5 years with an adult partner*\nWednesdays\, 10 – 11 a.m.\n$65 for each 4 week session\nMarch 4 – April 1 (No class 3/18) \nEnjoy creative learning through the art making process using a variety of sensory materials\, traditional and nontraditional supplies. New skills will be practiced\, while the “process of making” will be the fundamental goal for the child. Materials like paint\, charcoal\, fabric\, plastic\, sculpture media\, glue\, cardboard\, paper\, etc. will be used. The use of scissors and proper handling of materials and color mixing will also be explored. Guardians are encouraged to participate in class activities. \n*Children who are 5 years old may be more developmentally willing/able to work alone on their projects. If so\, guardians are encouraged to stay on site either in the studio or in the adjacent lounge area during class.\nClass limit: 6 children/adult pairs\nInstructor: Beth Weninger\nHunziker Studio
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/creative-explorations-march-ages-3-5-octagon-center-for-the-arts/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T160000
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SUMMARY:Terra Cotta Conservation in the Art on Campus Collection
DESCRIPTION:University Museums presents “Terra Cotta Conservation in the Art on Campus Collection\,” an intimate exhibition in the Christian Petersen Art Museum showcasing the innovative technology and conservation science used to preserve Danish-American artist Christian Petersen’s iconic terra cotta sculptures across Iowa State University’s campus. \nThe exhibition\, which opens one week prior to classes beginning for the semester\, features materials samples\, 3D scanning documentation\, and behind-the-scenes insights from the ongoing conservation of the “History of Dairying” fountain—a National Register of Historic Places landmark created in 1934 as one of the nation’s earliest Public Works of Art Project (PWAP) installations. \nDemocratic Material Meets Iowa Weather\nWorking within Depression-era constraints\, Iowa State College President Raymond M. Hughes directed Petersen to work in terra cotta—”perhaps in tile or pottery”— because ISU’s Ceramic Engineering Department could produce it on campus within the tight PWAP budget and timeline. The material was affordable and expressive—Petersen could create detailed public art for Iowa State’s students at a fraction of the cost of bronze or marble\, perfectly aligned with the land-grant mission of serving everyone\, not elite institutions. The hand-modeling technique allowed him to capture intricate details in works like the “Fountain of the Four Seasons\,” 1941 and “Three Athletes\,” 1936. \nISU Innovation in Action\nThe exhibition highlights the partnership between University Museums and ISU’s Manufacturing & Teaching Labs\, where Sawyer Krotz conducted comprehensive 3D scans of the “History of Dairying” fountain to create precise digital models for replication. The same technology was used to replicate the terra cotta for the “Fountain of the Four Seasons\,” recently re-dedicated after multi-year conservation. Iowa State’s terra cotta sculptures face challenges from freeze-thaw cycles. The same material that once drained Iowa’s agricultural fields (as drain tiles) graces campus buildings and public spaces\, requiring specialized preservation approaches developed through ISU’s materials science and engineering expertise. \n“Prior to 3D scanning\, successive replications of sculptures would be smaller than their originals due to approximately 5% shrinkage when terra cotta is fired\,” said Sydney Marshall\, Curator at University Museums. “A direct mold of the original would ultimately produce a smaller result because of that shrinkage. With 3D scanning\, we can digitally scale up the models by 5% before creating the molds\, ensuring the final fired terra cotta matches Petersen’s original dimensions exactly.” \nAfter 3D scanning\, the digital models are scaled up and used to create forms that terra cotta specialists use for traditional slip-casting methods. The active “History of Dairying” conservation project—which includes foundation repairs\, mural preservation\, and tier replication—is currently underway\, with fundraising still in progress to complete this (National Register) landmark preservation effort. \nExhibition Details\n“Terra Cotta Conservation in the Art on Campus Collection ” offers visitors an insider’s look at how Iowa State preserves and conserves historic objects—from the actual 3D scan data that captured Christian Petersen’s 1934 fountain details to materials samples showing 90 years of Iowa freeze-thaw damage . \nThis exhibition is curated by University Museums and sponsored by the Department of Mechanical Engineering and The John and Nancy Hayes Chair in Mechanical Engineering. \nThe exhibition opens January 12 and runs through December 18\, 2026\nWeekdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.\nChristian Petersen Art Museum’s Neva M. Petersen Gallery\nMorrill Hall\, Ground Floor Hallway\nFree admission \nSpecial Event\nMarch 10\, 5:30–6:30 PM\nTech Meets Tradition: Preserving Campus Art with Materials Engineering\nChristian Petersen Art Museum\, 003 Morrill Hall \nIn conjunction with the exhibition Terra Cotta Conservation in the Art on Campus Collection\, materials engineer Sawyer Krotz will join curator Sydney Marshall for a dynamic exploration of how technology is shaping the future of the conservation of sculpture. Following a guided tour of the exhibition\, watch a live demonstration of object scanning and learn how these tools can support the preservation and restoration of public art. Especially great for anyone interested in materials engineering\, museum conservation\, or historic preservation—no technical background required.\nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/terra-cotta-conservation-in-the-art-on-campus-collection/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:Christian Peterson Art Museum\, 1017 Morrill Hall\, 603 Morrill Rd\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="University Museums":MAILTO:museums@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T173000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
CREATED:20251129T172959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T173714Z
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SUMMARY:Octagonal: The All Media Show - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the PUBLIC RECEPTION: Jan. 22\, 2026 in the Community Gallery!\nAwards will be announced during the reception.\n\nOctagonal: The All-Media Show is the annual\, juried all-media exhibition at the Octagon Center for the Arts in Ames\, Iowa. Originally titled the Clay and Paper Show\, the exhibit opened in 1968 to provide an opportunity to the central Iowa arts community. Over the past 57 years\, the exhibit morphed over the decades to become the Clay\, Fiber\, Paper\, Glass\, Metal\, Wood Exhibit that has featured hundreds of artists from dozens of states. The newest version of the exhibit\, Octagonal: The All-Media Show\, launched in 2018 taking a note from the past while moving forward to continue to provide an exciting opportunity for artists across Iowa\, the Midwest\, and the nation. This exhibit features a regionally-recognized juror each year\, attracts artists from across the United States\, and provides significant cash awards.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/octagonal-the-all-media-show-octagon-center-for-the-arts/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:Octagon Center for the Arts\, 427 Douglas Avenue\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Octagon Center for the Arts":MAILTO:info@octagonarts.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
CREATED:20260120T002000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T002000Z
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SUMMARY:Toddler Storytime - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Families with toddlers are invited for a storytime filled with music\, stories\, and fun! Mondays and Wednesdays are the same presentation.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/toddler-storytime-ames-public-library-2/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T113000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
CREATED:20260120T031212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T031257Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Time - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Bring your pre-walker to the Library for stories\, songs\, and baby sign language. Join with other caregivers and older siblings for 20 minutes of fun and learning. Feel free to bring a stuffed animal or doll for the older sibling to learn along with you. \nBabies and caregivers are welcome to stay and play after the event! Storytime Room
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/baby-time-ames-public-library-5/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
CREATED:20260202T195117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T223918Z
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SUMMARY:America 250: Prairie\, Plows\, and the People's College - University Museums
DESCRIPTION:America 250: Prairie\, Plows\, and the People’s College\nFebruary – October 2026 \nAmerica 250: Prairie\, Plows\, and the People’s College honors key people\, moments\, objects\, and experiences centered within Farm House through more than 250 primary source objects. The exhibition presents six themes—Early Iowa State Agricultural College and Model Farm\, Early Iowa\, Immigration\, National Imagery\, Native Stories\, and Innovation and the Victorian Home—through decorative arts\, textiles\, furniture\, agricultural implements\, and documents that trace the land-grant university’s heritage and the nation’s evolution. \nVisitors will see George Washington Carver featured in the 1896 Bomb yearbook as the first Black man to enroll\, graduate\, and teach at Iowa State; a hand-painted Norwegian Rosemaling trunk from 1852 personalized with the name “Anna”; Mary Beaumont Welch’s 1884 cookbook from the first Department of Domestic Economy in the nation; the VEISHA bicycle from the 1890s; and early student yearbooks revealing timeless aspects of college life. \nReflective questions appear throughout the exhibition\, inviting visitors to consider how historical narratives continue to shape contemporary society. Topics range from the Morrill Act of 1862 and land-grant universities to immigration patterns in Iowa\, Indigenous history\, and Victorian-era technological innovation. \nOn July 4\, 2026\, the United States will commemorate the 250th anniversary of its founding. Farm House Museum\, built in 1860 as Iowa State’s first building\, has been central to the development of campus\, Iowa State heritage\, education\, innovation\, and national policy.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/america-250-prairie-plows-and-the-peoples-college-2/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:Farm House Museum\, 601 Farm House Lane\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="University Museums":MAILTO:museums@iastate.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
CREATED:20251103T042054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T042054Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Advisory Group (TAG) - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Hey 6 – 12th graders\, help plan exciting Library events for teens\, share what you’re reading\, make new friends\, and eat some food! To register or find out more\, visit https://www.amespubliclibrary.org/get-involved/teen-advisory-group. \nSupported by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/teen-advisory-group-tag-ames-public-library/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
CREATED:20260124T190034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T190034Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Belly Dance\, Ages 8 -14 - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Youth Belly Dance\, Ages 8-14\nWednesdays\, 6 – 7 p.m.\nFebruary 11 – March 25 (7 weeks)\n$60 \nFind your wiggle in this fun class introducing movements from Middle Eastern fusion belly dance for ages 8-14.  Learn bouncy hip movements\, snaky arms\, balance\, and more\, through short dance games and combinations set to a variety of music. Wear comfortable clothing. \nInstructor: Sara Merrit\, professional belly dancer and instructor of Mirage Middle Eastern Dance Troupe\nClass Size Limit: 12\nStudio Location: Dance Studio\, 2nd Floor
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/youth-belly-dance-ages-8-14-octagon-center-for-the-arts-2/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:Octagon Center for the Arts\, 427 Douglas Avenue\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Octagon Center for the Arts":MAILTO:info@octagonarts.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
CREATED:20260121T135911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T135911Z
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SUMMARY:That's Fun - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Adulthood isn’t always fun\, but at the Library it can be. Connect with other adults for a different fun-filled activity each month to build community. Check the APL calendar closer to the event date for more details. \nHeld in the Farwell T. Brown Auditorium.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/thats-fun-ames-public-library/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:IA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
CREATED:20251103T043555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T044403Z
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SUMMARY:Conversation Circles: German - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Gather (in person or online) for casual conversations in German. Chat in your native language or get comfortable speaking in another language. Dale H. Ross Board Room \nTo join via Zoom\, click here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81706386269?pwd=h7HfoFApVWwea7yboGPUGsxXgRhD9w.1
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/conversation-circles-german-ames-public-library/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
CREATED:20260124T191709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T191709Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Belly Dance Wednesdays\, Ages 15+ - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Adult Belly Dance\, Ages 15+\nWednesdays\, 7 – 8 p.m.\nFebruary 11 – March 25 (7 weeks)\n$60 \nThis mixed-level adult class is designed for anyone interested in exploring the graceful and expressive art of belly dance with Melinda\, of Mirage Middle Eastern Dance Troupe. Each session will be tailored to the students enrolled and will involve gentle warm-ups with stretching exercises followed by basic techniques\, isolation drills\, combinations\, and choreography. Connect with other dancers in a supportive and encouraging environment. Wear comfortable clothing. \nInstructor: Melinda Jenkins-Moore\nClass Size Limit: 12\nStudio Location: Dance Studio\, 2nd Floor
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/adult-belly-dance-wednesdays-ages-15-octagon-center-for-the-arts/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:Octagon Center for the Arts\, 427 Douglas Avenue\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Octagon Center for the Arts":MAILTO:info@octagonarts.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
CREATED:20260119T235801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T235801Z
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SUMMARY:Grandma Mojo's Improv Comedy - ISU Student Union Board
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss Grandma Mojo’s – Iowa State’s premier improv comedy troupe – every other Wednesday at the Maintenance Shop in the Memorial Union for a night filled with hijinks and hilarity\, all for only $1 at the door!
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/grandma-mojos-improv-comedy-isu-student-union-board/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:ISU Memorial Union-Maintenance Shop\, 2229 Lincoln Way\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
CREATED:20260121T140738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T140738Z
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SUMMARY:Movies with Mainstream - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mainstream Living community for a monthly movie screening and related activity! Selected movies are appropriate for adults who are neurodivergent and/or have an intellectual disability. Movies with Mainstream is open to patrons of all ages! \nVisit the APL calendar closer to the event for movie titles. \nMovies will be held in the Farwell T. Brown Auditorium. Presented in partnership with Ames Public Library and Mainstream Living.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/movies-with-mainstream-ames-public-library-2/2026-03-12/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
CREATED:20251229T172121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T172121Z
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SUMMARY:Terra Cotta Conservation in the Art on Campus Collection
DESCRIPTION:University Museums presents “Terra Cotta Conservation in the Art on Campus Collection\,” an intimate exhibition in the Christian Petersen Art Museum showcasing the innovative technology and conservation science used to preserve Danish-American artist Christian Petersen’s iconic terra cotta sculptures across Iowa State University’s campus. \nThe exhibition\, which opens one week prior to classes beginning for the semester\, features materials samples\, 3D scanning documentation\, and behind-the-scenes insights from the ongoing conservation of the “History of Dairying” fountain—a National Register of Historic Places landmark created in 1934 as one of the nation’s earliest Public Works of Art Project (PWAP) installations. \nDemocratic Material Meets Iowa Weather\nWorking within Depression-era constraints\, Iowa State College President Raymond M. Hughes directed Petersen to work in terra cotta—”perhaps in tile or pottery”— because ISU’s Ceramic Engineering Department could produce it on campus within the tight PWAP budget and timeline. The material was affordable and expressive—Petersen could create detailed public art for Iowa State’s students at a fraction of the cost of bronze or marble\, perfectly aligned with the land-grant mission of serving everyone\, not elite institutions. The hand-modeling technique allowed him to capture intricate details in works like the “Fountain of the Four Seasons\,” 1941 and “Three Athletes\,” 1936. \nISU Innovation in Action\nThe exhibition highlights the partnership between University Museums and ISU’s Manufacturing & Teaching Labs\, where Sawyer Krotz conducted comprehensive 3D scans of the “History of Dairying” fountain to create precise digital models for replication. The same technology was used to replicate the terra cotta for the “Fountain of the Four Seasons\,” recently re-dedicated after multi-year conservation. Iowa State’s terra cotta sculptures face challenges from freeze-thaw cycles. The same material that once drained Iowa’s agricultural fields (as drain tiles) graces campus buildings and public spaces\, requiring specialized preservation approaches developed through ISU’s materials science and engineering expertise. \n“Prior to 3D scanning\, successive replications of sculptures would be smaller than their originals due to approximately 5% shrinkage when terra cotta is fired\,” said Sydney Marshall\, Curator at University Museums. “A direct mold of the original would ultimately produce a smaller result because of that shrinkage. With 3D scanning\, we can digitally scale up the models by 5% before creating the molds\, ensuring the final fired terra cotta matches Petersen’s original dimensions exactly.” \nAfter 3D scanning\, the digital models are scaled up and used to create forms that terra cotta specialists use for traditional slip-casting methods. The active “History of Dairying” conservation project—which includes foundation repairs\, mural preservation\, and tier replication—is currently underway\, with fundraising still in progress to complete this (National Register) landmark preservation effort. \nExhibition Details\n“Terra Cotta Conservation in the Art on Campus Collection ” offers visitors an insider’s look at how Iowa State preserves and conserves historic objects—from the actual 3D scan data that captured Christian Petersen’s 1934 fountain details to materials samples showing 90 years of Iowa freeze-thaw damage . \nThis exhibition is curated by University Museums and sponsored by the Department of Mechanical Engineering and The John and Nancy Hayes Chair in Mechanical Engineering. \nThe exhibition opens January 12 and runs through December 18\, 2026\nWeekdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.\nChristian Petersen Art Museum’s Neva M. Petersen Gallery\nMorrill Hall\, Ground Floor Hallway\nFree admission \nSpecial Event\nMarch 10\, 5:30–6:30 PM\nTech Meets Tradition: Preserving Campus Art with Materials Engineering\nChristian Petersen Art Museum\, 003 Morrill Hall \nIn conjunction with the exhibition Terra Cotta Conservation in the Art on Campus Collection\, materials engineer Sawyer Krotz will join curator Sydney Marshall for a dynamic exploration of how technology is shaping the future of the conservation of sculpture. Following a guided tour of the exhibition\, watch a live demonstration of object scanning and learn how these tools can support the preservation and restoration of public art. Especially great for anyone interested in materials engineering\, museum conservation\, or historic preservation—no technical background required.\nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/terra-cotta-conservation-in-the-art-on-campus-collection/2026-03-12/
LOCATION:Christian Peterson Art Museum\, 1017 Morrill Hall\, 603 Morrill Rd\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="University Museums":MAILTO:museums@iastate.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
CREATED:20251129T173413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T173413Z
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SUMMARY:Octagonal: The All Media Show - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the PUBLIC RECEPTION: Jan. 22\, 2026 in the Community Gallery!\nAwards will be announced during the reception.\n\nOctagonal: The All-Media Show is the annual\, juried all-media exhibition at the Octagon Center for the Arts in Ames\, Iowa. Originally titled the Clay and Paper Show\, the exhibit opened in 1968 to provide an opportunity to the central Iowa arts community. Over the past 57 years\, the exhibit morphed over the decades to become the Clay\, Fiber\, Paper\, Glass\, Metal\, Wood Exhibit that has featured hundreds of artists from dozens of states. The newest version of the exhibit\, Octagonal: The All-Media Show\, launched in 2018 taking a note from the past while moving forward to continue to provide an exciting opportunity for artists across Iowa\, the Midwest\, and the nation. This exhibit features a regionally-recognized juror each year\, attracts artists from across the United States\, and provides significant cash awards.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/octagonal-the-all-media-show-octagon-center-for-the-arts-2/2026-03-12/
LOCATION:Octagon Center for the Arts\, 427 Douglas Avenue\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Octagon Center for the Arts":MAILTO:info@octagonarts.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
CREATED:20260120T015038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T015038Z
UID:10003206-1773311400-1773313200@calendar.amesart.org
SUMMARY:Family Story Time - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Children of all ages and their grown-ups are invited to this storytime to build listening\, language\, and literacy skills through music\, movement\, song and action rhymes. Each week will feature a new theme.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/family-story-time-ames-public-library/2026-03-12/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T202655
CREATED:20260202T195117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T223918Z
UID:10004235-1773316800-1773331200@calendar.amesart.org
SUMMARY:America 250: Prairie\, Plows\, and the People's College - University Museums
DESCRIPTION:America 250: Prairie\, Plows\, and the People’s College\nFebruary – October 2026 \nAmerica 250: Prairie\, Plows\, and the People’s College honors key people\, moments\, objects\, and experiences centered within Farm House through more than 250 primary source objects. The exhibition presents six themes—Early Iowa State Agricultural College and Model Farm\, Early Iowa\, Immigration\, National Imagery\, Native Stories\, and Innovation and the Victorian Home—through decorative arts\, textiles\, furniture\, agricultural implements\, and documents that trace the land-grant university’s heritage and the nation’s evolution. \nVisitors will see George Washington Carver featured in the 1896 Bomb yearbook as the first Black man to enroll\, graduate\, and teach at Iowa State; a hand-painted Norwegian Rosemaling trunk from 1852 personalized with the name “Anna”; Mary Beaumont Welch’s 1884 cookbook from the first Department of Domestic Economy in the nation; the VEISHA bicycle from the 1890s; and early student yearbooks revealing timeless aspects of college life. \nReflective questions appear throughout the exhibition\, inviting visitors to consider how historical narratives continue to shape contemporary society. Topics range from the Morrill Act of 1862 and land-grant universities to immigration patterns in Iowa\, Indigenous history\, and Victorian-era technological innovation. \nOn July 4\, 2026\, the United States will commemorate the 250th anniversary of its founding. Farm House Museum\, built in 1860 as Iowa State’s first building\, has been central to the development of campus\, Iowa State heritage\, education\, innovation\, and national policy.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/america-250-prairie-plows-and-the-peoples-college-2/2026-03-12/
LOCATION:Farm House Museum\, 601 Farm House Lane\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="University Museums":MAILTO:museums@iastate.edu
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