The Brunnier Art Museum is truly one of a kind. It is the only accredited museum emphasizing a decorative arts collection in the state of Iowa and one of the nation's few museums located within a performing arts and conference complex (Iowa State Center). Founded in 1975, the museum is named after its benefactors, Henry J. Brunnier and his wife Ann. See ceramics, glass, dolls, ivory, jade, and enameled metals in the Brunnier Collection!
The University Art Collection includes prints, paintings, sculptures, textiles, carpets, wood, lacquered objects, silver, and furniture. The regularly-changing exhibitions, from the permanent collection or a visiting collection, provide educational opportunities for all ages. Lectures, receptions, conferences, university classes, panel discussions, and gallery walks are available to further the interpretation of these fine objects.
Click here for current exhibitions.
Cost
The cost is free, with a suggested donation of $8.
Hours - SUMMER HOURS (May 9 - August 22, 2021)
Announcing the return of Sunday hours at the Brunnier Art Museum on Mother's Day (May 9) through July 23.
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May 9 begin Sunday hours
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Open May 9 - July 23, Monday - Friday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm; Sundays 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
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Closed May 30-31 (University Holiday), July 4-5 (4th of July & University Holiday)
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July 23, last day for Compelling Ground: Landscapes, Environments, and Peoples of Iowa and Recent Acquisitions
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Closed for exhibition installations July 24 - August 22
Address
Scheman Building, Second Floor
1805 Center Drive
Ames, Iowa 50011
Parking available on site.
Image above courtesy of Alistair Tutton Photography and DLR Group.