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Explore how the Art on Campus Collection at Iowa State incorporates public memorial to honor the sacrifice of life, significant contributions by individuals, and showcase narratives of progress with a focus on the artwork of Christian Petersen.

Brunnier Art Museum, Christian Petersen Art Museum and Farm House Museum closed for University Holiday (July 5)

Campus Beautiful

An aesthetically beautifully campus was a top priority for Iowa State University founding members Adonijah Welch and Peter Melendy. With their initial guidance and forethought, Iowa State transformed from tallgrass prairie in 1858 to a university campus noted for its lush landscape, unique architecture and ever growing public art collection. On this tour join University Museums Director and Chief Curator, Lynette Pohlman, as she explores the evolution of the Art on Campus Collection. This tour will begin at the Elizabeth and Byron Anderson Sculpture Garden, please meet at the Bighorn sculpture by Gwynn Murrill.

Recent Art on Campus Acquisitions and Collection Care

Iowa State University is home to one of the largest campus public art programs in the United States. Over 2,500 public works of art make up the Art on Campus Collection, and are located across campus in buildings, courtyards, open spaces and classrooms. Learn more about the recently acquired public works of art and discover first-hand how these artworks are taken care of with University Museums’ Curator, Sydney Marshall. This tour will begin at the Elizabeth and Byron Anderson Sculpture Garden, please meet at the Bighorn sculpture by Gwynn Murrill.

Science and Art in the Art on Campus Collection

Traditionally, art and science have been treated as two separate disciplines, but when they are studied together it is clear to see the impact one has on the other. A great deal of creativity is required to make scientific breakthroughs, and art is just as often an expression of, or a product of, scientific knowledge. Join University Museum's Curators Adrienne Gennett and Allison Sheridan as they explore the intersections of art and science in the Art on Campus Collection. This tour will begin at the South entrance of the Molecular Biology Building. 

Art on Campus Highlights Tour

With over 2,500 public works of art in the Art on Campus Collection, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Take a tour with University Museums Docent Rae Reilly as she highlights some of the iconic works of art in the Art on Campus Collection. This tour will begin at the Janis Agri Altar sculpture located inside the Agronomy Hall Courtyard.

Women Artists in the Art on Campus Collection

Female artists are widely represented in the Art on Campus Collection. From recognizable figures such as Elizabeth Catlett and Karen LaMonte, to Iowa artists like Rose Frantzen this tour will highlight the diversity of women represented in public art on campus. Join Interpretative Specialist, Brooke Rogers, as she delves further into the unique women that have made their mark on Iowa State’s artful campus. This tour will begin at the Elizabeth and Byron Anderson Sculpture Garden, please meet at the Bighorn sculpture by Gwynn Murrill.

Join us to honor the artists, art, and exhibition Compelling Ground: Landscapes, Environments, and Peoples of Iowa currently at the Brunnier Art Museum.

Join us to honor the artists, art, and exhibition Compelling Ground: Landscapes, Environments, and Peoples of Iowa currently at the Brunnier Art Museum.