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SUMMARY:Works by Maggie Douglas - Gallery in the Round
DESCRIPTION:The Gallery in the Round at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames will present Works by Maggie Douglas\, an abstract\, mixed-media artist\, on view from August 1 through September 26. A public reception will be held on Fri.\, September 18 from 5 to 6:30 p.m.\, featuring an artist talk and discussion open to the public. \nDouglas’s work explores the interplay between the natural world and human nature\, delving into both their harmony and discord. Through mixed media paintings\, she combines textures\, colors\, and patterns that evoke the natural world with stitching\, collage and drawing that represent the human touch. Each piece is a dialogue\, blending organic forms and human imposed structures to question where one ends and the other begins. \nThe natural world\, with its rhythms and raw beauty\, serves as Douglas’s  foundation – roots\, branches\, landscapes\, and the chaos of the elements. Yet\, these are juxtaposed with symbols of human intervention: rigid lines\, fragmented figures\, and abstract patterns that reflect our desires\, fears\, and need to control. \nThe process itself mirrors this intersection. By integrating diverse materials – paint\, fabric\, ink\, paper\, and found objects – Douglas creates surfaces that feel both deliberate and unpredictable. The layers obscure and reveal\, much like the tension between our intrinsic connection to nature and our efforts to separate ourselves from it. \nUltimately\, these paintings invite viewers to reflect on their own relationship with the world around them and within them\, to consider how we mirror the natural world in our complexity\, fragility\, and resilience – and how\, in our divergence\, we often forget we are a part of it. \nThe exhibition is on view at Gallery in the Round\, Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames\, 1015 Hyland Ave.\, Ames\, IA. \nViewing hours are Monday and Tues.\, 9 a.m. to noon\, and Wed. and Thurs.\, 1 to 4 p.m.\, or by appointment by calling 515-292-5960.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/works-by-maggie-douglas-gallery-in-the-round-2/2026-08-06/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames – Gallery in the Round\, 1015 Hyland Ave\, Ames\, IA 50014\, Ames\, IA\, 50014\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T180000
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SUMMARY:Conversation Circles: Chinese - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Gather (in person or online) for casual conversations in Chinese. Chat in your native language or get comfortable speaking in another language. PEO Room \nTo join via Zoom\, click here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81706386269?pwd=h7HfoFApVWwea7yboGPUGsxXgRhD9w.1 \n515 Douglas Avenue\nAmes\, IA 50010\n(515) 239-5646 \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/conversation-circles-chinese-ames-public-library/2026-08-06/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rolling Hills Music Festival - A Walk in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Actually\, life IS a walk in the park — at least for one night! Rolling Hills Music Festival kicks off with an immersive outdoor concert to be enjoyed at your own pace. Make your way through McFarland Park to the sounds of live classical music played by local and regional musicians: \n\nAmes native Caleb Hans Polashek will dazzle with original solo violin music inspired by Iowa’s natural landscape and moments of everyday life.\nHailing from eastern Iowa\, guitarist Abigail Rae will present a mix of historical works and her own compositions.\nDes Moines-based Erica Leake McKnight and Steven Kennedy join forces for the flute-guitar set you never knew you needed.\nFour Ames string talents form a one-night-only string quartet playing heartwarming tunes: violinists Dekel Luban and Gretchen Theesfield\, violist Nathalie Cruden\, and cellist Yeil Park.\n\nPack your blanket\, a snack\, and maybe some bug spray for an evening of music that feels exactly like summer is meant to.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/rolling-hills-music-festival-a-walk-in-the-park/
LOCATION:McFarland Park\, 56461 180th St.\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T160000
DTSTAMP:20260813T153339
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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/2026-08-07/
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:20260807T120000
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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-2/2026-08-07/
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:20260807T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T160000
DTSTAMP:20260813T153339
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SUMMARY:Optimae Life Services at APL - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Staff from Optimae Life Services will be available in the Library to connect visitors with resources for mental health\, home health\, and community integration services. Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room – 2nd floor \n515 Douglas Avenue\nAmes\, IA 50010\n(515) 239-5646 \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/optimae-life-services-at-apl-ames-public-library/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T210000
DTSTAMP:20260813T153339
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SUMMARY:Rolling Hills Music Festival - Homeward Bound
DESCRIPTION:“We’re all just walking each other home\,” Ram Dass said. This program features string music that honors home and belonging: \nShelley Washington – Middleground (2015)\nMaurice Ravel – Sonata for Violin and Cello (1920–1922)\, dedicated in memory of the composer Claude Debussy\nAntonín Dvořák – String Quartet No. 12\, “American” (1893) \nRachel Walter\, violin\nAri Dubin\, violin\nRoslyn Green\, viola\nYeil Park\, cello \nLearn more on the Rolling Hills Music Festival website.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/rolling-hills-music-festival-homeward-bound/
LOCATION:Reliable Street Art Gallery\, 4625 Reliable St.\, Ames\, 50014\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T120000
DTSTAMP:20260813T153339
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SUMMARY:Fiber Arts Meetup - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Crafters of all ages are invited to join fellow fiber arts enthusiasts and work on their projects. Knit\, crochet\, embroidery\, or any other fiber craft is welcome! Rotary Room \nPlease bring your own materials. \n 
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/fiber-arts-meetup-ames-public-library/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T150000
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SUMMARY:Vintage Bridal Sale - ACTORS
DESCRIPTION:ACTORS Vintage Bridal Sale \nSat.\, Aug. 8 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at ACTORS – 120 Abraham Dr. Ames\, IA \nItems for sale include: \n\nBridal gowns circa 1940 to 1990\nBridesmaids dresses in a variety of styles\nMother-of-the-bride and Mother-of-the-groom attire\nWedding\, evening\, and holiday wear\nHats\, veils\, and other wedding accessories\n\nMethod of Payment: Cash\, Venmo\, and charge cards (includes 3% fee) \nAll sales are “As Is” and Final
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/vintage-bridal-sale-actors/
LOCATION:Ames Community Theater\, 120 Abraham Drive\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ames Community Theater":MAILTO:info@actorsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T150000
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SUMMARY:Rolling Hills Music Festival  Community Play-Along - Ames History Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sat.\, Aug. 8\, 1 -3 p.m. | Ames History Museum\, 416 Douglas Ave. \nBring your instrument and join the band!  Students\, amateurs\, and professionals alike are invited to come together to play chamber music as it was originally intended to be played: not on big stages\, but among friends in intimate spaces. People can sign up in advance to receive parts to practice or just show up. \nPlayers of all levels are welcome to join. Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided. Plus\, take a stroll through the Ames History Museum to view musical artifacts from the collection! \nLearn more about the Rolling Hills Music Festival. This is one of five events across four days! \nAmes History Museum will have free admission all day – 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/rolling-hills-music-festival-community-play-along-ames-history-museum/
LOCATION:Ames History Museum\, 416 Douglas Ave.\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rolling Hills Music Festival":MAILTO:heyaridubin@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T210000
DTSTAMP:20260813T153339
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SUMMARY:Rolling Hills Music Festival - Iowan Sounds
DESCRIPTION:Discover music being written now. In collaboration with the Iowa Composers Forum\, this program spotlights new works by Midwestern composers played by some of central Iowa’s finest musicians. \nPROGRAM:\nDenise Knaack – Twist Your Sail and Trust the Wind\nDaniel Swilley – On Awareness (world premiere)\nPeter Swanson – Crash Against Me\, You Will Find Something More\nWarren Gooch – MIMOS\nPhilip Wharton – Underground\nTimothy Kramer – Stelae (select movements) \nPERFORMERS:\nKimberly Helton\, flute\nGregory Oakes\, clarinet\nJonathan Sturm\, violin\nAri Dubin\, violin\nPeter Swanson\, cello\nNicholas Roth\, piano \nNote: Program is subject to change.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/rolling-hills-music-festival-iowan-sounds/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames – Gallery in the Round\, 1015 Hyland Ave\, Ames\, IA 50014\, Ames\, IA\, 50014\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T160000
DTSTAMP:20260813T153339
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SUMMARY:Pokémon Club - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Calling all school-aged Poké-Kids! Come learn how to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game and use a Library-supplied deck to battle other players. You can bring your decks to talk and strategize with other players\, but card trading will not be allowed. Don’t want to play? Come to watch others\, enjoy Poké-art activities\, chat with other kids\, and build a supportive community of friends! Farwell T. Brown Auditorium \nKids ages 8 and under need to bring a caregiver along to help. Caregivers: not sure what Pokémon is all about? This is a great opportunity to learn along with your kids! \nSupported by Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/pokemon-club-ames-public-library/2026-08-09/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T160000
DTSTAMP:20260813T153340
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T001312Z
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SUMMARY:Rolling Hills Music Festival - Children's Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a playful afternoon of chamber music designed especially for children 🎶 Musicians from Rolling Hills Chamber Music will introduce each piece in simple\, engaging ways\, showing how instruments work together to tell a story. \nKids can listen up close\, ask questions\, and discover how classical music sounds in a small ensemble. By registering\, you help us plan a welcoming\, comfortable space for young listeners and their families. \nhttps://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/childrens-concert
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/rolling-hills-music-festival-childrens-concert/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260810T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260810T183000
DTSTAMP:20260813T153340
CREATED:20260810T002239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T010604Z
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SUMMARY:Botanical Art by Amy Welch - Green Hills Art Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Botanical Art by Amy Welch is on display in our Green Hills Art Gallery until Fri.\, Aug. 14.\nHours are Mon. – Fri.\, 8 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.; Sat. and Sun.\, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. \nAmy Welch is a retired Physician Assistant who splits her time between Ames\, Iowa\, and Austin\, Texas.  She has loved art from childhood and took art classes throughout high school. Art took a backseat as she continued her education\, had children\, jobs\, and engaged in her community. After her 40-year hiatus from art\, she retired from a long career in mental health and medicine in 2017. With her newfound time\, she took up art again\, starting with a local class in acrylics\, then a workshop in oil\, and then watercolor. The real fun started when she took a nature journaling class.  Amy calls this her “gateway drug to botanical illustration.”  (https://www.prrcd.org/an-interview-with-a-botanical-artist/)
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/botanical-art-by-amy-welch-green-hills-art-gallery/2026-08-10/
LOCATION:Green Hills Art Gallery\, 2205 Green Hills Dr.\, Ames\, IA\, 50014\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260810T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260810T120000
DTSTAMP:20260813T153340
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SUMMARY:Works by Maggie Douglas - Gallery in the Round
DESCRIPTION:The Gallery in the Round at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames will present Works by Maggie Douglas\, an abstract\, mixed-media artist\, on view from August 1 through September 26. A public reception will be held on Fri.\, September 18 from 5 to 6:30 p.m.\, featuring an artist talk and discussion open to the public. \nDouglas’s work explores the interplay between the natural world and human nature\, delving into both their harmony and discord. Through mixed media paintings\, she combines textures\, colors\, and patterns that evoke the natural world with stitching\, collage and drawing that represent the human touch. Each piece is a dialogue\, blending organic forms and human imposed structures to question where one ends and the other begins. \nThe natural world\, with its rhythms and raw beauty\, serves as Douglas’s  foundation – roots\, branches\, landscapes\, and the chaos of the elements. Yet\, these are juxtaposed with symbols of human intervention: rigid lines\, fragmented figures\, and abstract patterns that reflect our desires\, fears\, and need to control. \nThe process itself mirrors this intersection. By integrating diverse materials – paint\, fabric\, ink\, paper\, and found objects – Douglas creates surfaces that feel both deliberate and unpredictable. The layers obscure and reveal\, much like the tension between our intrinsic connection to nature and our efforts to separate ourselves from it. \nUltimately\, these paintings invite viewers to reflect on their own relationship with the world around them and within them\, to consider how we mirror the natural world in our complexity\, fragility\, and resilience – and how\, in our divergence\, we often forget we are a part of it. \nThe exhibition is on view at Gallery in the Round\, Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames\, 1015 Hyland Ave.\, Ames\, IA. \nViewing hours are Monday and Tues.\, 9 a.m. to noon\, and Wed. and Thurs.\, 1 to 4 p.m.\, or by appointment by calling 515-292-5960.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/works-by-maggie-douglas-gallery-in-the-round/2026-08-10/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames – Gallery in the Round\, 1015 Hyland Ave\, Ames\, IA 50014\, Ames\, IA\, 50014\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames - Gallery in the Round":MAILTO:gallery@uufames.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260810T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260810T160000
DTSTAMP:20260813T153340
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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/2026-08-10/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260810T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260810T160000
DTSTAMP:20260813T153340
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-2/2026-08-10/
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:20260811T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T183000
DTSTAMP:20260813T153340
CREATED:20260810T002239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T010604Z
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SUMMARY:Botanical Art by Amy Welch - Green Hills Art Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Botanical Art by Amy Welch is on display in our Green Hills Art Gallery until Fri.\, Aug. 14.\nHours are Mon. – Fri.\, 8 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.; Sat. and Sun.\, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. \nAmy Welch is a retired Physician Assistant who splits her time between Ames\, Iowa\, and Austin\, Texas.  She has loved art from childhood and took art classes throughout high school. Art took a backseat as she continued her education\, had children\, jobs\, and engaged in her community. After her 40-year hiatus from art\, she retired from a long career in mental health and medicine in 2017. With her newfound time\, she took up art again\, starting with a local class in acrylics\, then a workshop in oil\, and then watercolor. The real fun started when she took a nature journaling class.  Amy calls this her “gateway drug to botanical illustration.”  (https://www.prrcd.org/an-interview-with-a-botanical-artist/)
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/botanical-art-by-amy-welch-green-hills-art-gallery/2026-08-11/
LOCATION:Green Hills Art Gallery\, 2205 Green Hills Dr.\, Ames\, IA\, 50014\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T120000
DTSTAMP:20260813T153340
CREATED:20260812T024753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T025115Z
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SUMMARY:Works by Maggie Douglas - Gallery in the Round
DESCRIPTION:The Gallery in the Round at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames will present Works by Maggie Douglas\, an abstract\, mixed-media artist\, on view from August 1 through September 26. A public reception will be held on Fri.\, September 18 from 5 to 6:30 p.m.\, featuring an artist talk and discussion open to the public. \nDouglas’s work explores the interplay between the natural world and human nature\, delving into both their harmony and discord. Through mixed media paintings\, she combines textures\, colors\, and patterns that evoke the natural world with stitching\, collage and drawing that represent the human touch. Each piece is a dialogue\, blending organic forms and human imposed structures to question where one ends and the other begins. \nThe natural world\, with its rhythms and raw beauty\, serves as Douglas’s  foundation – roots\, branches\, landscapes\, and the chaos of the elements. Yet\, these are juxtaposed with symbols of human intervention: rigid lines\, fragmented figures\, and abstract patterns that reflect our desires\, fears\, and need to control. \nThe process itself mirrors this intersection. By integrating diverse materials – paint\, fabric\, ink\, paper\, and found objects – Douglas creates surfaces that feel both deliberate and unpredictable. The layers obscure and reveal\, much like the tension between our intrinsic connection to nature and our efforts to separate ourselves from it. \nUltimately\, these paintings invite viewers to reflect on their own relationship with the world around them and within them\, to consider how we mirror the natural world in our complexity\, fragility\, and resilience – and how\, in our divergence\, we often forget we are a part of it. \nThe exhibition is on view at Gallery in the Round\, Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames\, 1015 Hyland Ave.\, Ames\, IA. \nViewing hours are Monday and Tues.\, 9 a.m. to noon\, and Wed. and Thurs.\, 1 to 4 p.m.\, or by appointment by calling 515-292-5960.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/works-by-maggie-douglas-gallery-in-the-round/2026-08-11/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames – Gallery in the Round\, 1015 Hyland Ave\, Ames\, IA 50014\, Ames\, IA\, 50014\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames - Gallery in the Round":MAILTO:gallery@uufames.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T160000
DTSTAMP:20260813T153340
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/2026-08-11/
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:20260811T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T160000
DTSTAMP:20260813T153340
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-2/2026-08-11/
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:20260811T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T170000
DTSTAMP:20260813T153340
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/2026-08-11/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T183000
DTSTAMP:20260813T153340
CREATED:20260810T002239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T010604Z
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SUMMARY:Botanical Art by Amy Welch - Green Hills Art Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Botanical Art by Amy Welch is on display in our Green Hills Art Gallery until Fri.\, Aug. 14.\nHours are Mon. – Fri.\, 8 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.; Sat. and Sun.\, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. \nAmy Welch is a retired Physician Assistant who splits her time between Ames\, Iowa\, and Austin\, Texas.  She has loved art from childhood and took art classes throughout high school. Art took a backseat as she continued her education\, had children\, jobs\, and engaged in her community. After her 40-year hiatus from art\, she retired from a long career in mental health and medicine in 2017. With her newfound time\, she took up art again\, starting with a local class in acrylics\, then a workshop in oil\, and then watercolor. The real fun started when she took a nature journaling class.  Amy calls this her “gateway drug to botanical illustration.”  (https://www.prrcd.org/an-interview-with-a-botanical-artist/)
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/botanical-art-by-amy-welch-green-hills-art-gallery/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:Green Hills Art Gallery\, 2205 Green Hills Dr.\, Ames\, IA\, 50014\, United States
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T160000
DTSTAMP:20260813T153340
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/2026-08-12/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T160000
DTSTAMP:20260813T153340
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-2/2026-08-12/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T160000
DTSTAMP:20260813T153340
CREATED:20260812T025841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T025841Z
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SUMMARY:Works by Maggie Douglas - Gallery in the Round
DESCRIPTION:The Gallery in the Round at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames will present Works by Maggie Douglas\, an abstract\, mixed-media artist\, on view from August 1 through September 26. A public reception will be held on Fri.\, September 18 from 5 to 6:30 p.m.\, featuring an artist talk and discussion open to the public. \nDouglas’s work explores the interplay between the natural world and human nature\, delving into both their harmony and discord. Through mixed media paintings\, she combines textures\, colors\, and patterns that evoke the natural world with stitching\, collage and drawing that represent the human touch. Each piece is a dialogue\, blending organic forms and human imposed structures to question where one ends and the other begins. \nThe natural world\, with its rhythms and raw beauty\, serves as Douglas’s  foundation – roots\, branches\, landscapes\, and the chaos of the elements. Yet\, these are juxtaposed with symbols of human intervention: rigid lines\, fragmented figures\, and abstract patterns that reflect our desires\, fears\, and need to control. \nThe process itself mirrors this intersection. By integrating diverse materials – paint\, fabric\, ink\, paper\, and found objects – Douglas creates surfaces that feel both deliberate and unpredictable. The layers obscure and reveal\, much like the tension between our intrinsic connection to nature and our efforts to separate ourselves from it. \nUltimately\, these paintings invite viewers to reflect on their own relationship with the world around them and within them\, to consider how we mirror the natural world in our complexity\, fragility\, and resilience – and how\, in our divergence\, we often forget we are a part of it. \nThe exhibition is on view at Gallery in the Round\, Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames\, 1015 Hyland Ave.\, Ames\, IA. \nViewing hours are Monday and Tues.\, 9 a.m. to noon\, and Wed. and Thurs.\, 1 to 4 p.m.\, or by appointment by calling 515-292-5960.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/works-by-maggie-douglas-gallery-in-the-round-2/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames – Gallery in the Round\, 1015 Hyland Ave\, Ames\, IA 50014\, Ames\, IA\, 50014\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T180000
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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/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T203000
DTSTAMP:20260813T153340
CREATED: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/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T200000
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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/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T183000
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SUMMARY:Botanical Art by Amy Welch - Green Hills Art Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Botanical Art by Amy Welch is on display in our Green Hills Art Gallery until Fri.\, Aug. 14.\nHours are Mon. – Fri.\, 8 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.; Sat. and Sun.\, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. \nAmy Welch is a retired Physician Assistant who splits her time between Ames\, Iowa\, and Austin\, Texas.  She has loved art from childhood and took art classes throughout high school. Art took a backseat as she continued her education\, had children\, jobs\, and engaged in her community. After her 40-year hiatus from art\, she retired from a long career in mental health and medicine in 2017. With her newfound time\, she took up art again\, starting with a local class in acrylics\, then a workshop in oil\, and then watercolor. The real fun started when she took a nature journaling class.  Amy calls this her “gateway drug to botanical illustration.”  (https://www.prrcd.org/an-interview-with-a-botanical-artist/)
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/botanical-art-by-amy-welch-green-hills-art-gallery/2026-08-13/
LOCATION:Green Hills Art Gallery\, 2205 Green Hills Dr.\, Ames\, IA\, 50014\, United States
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