Join us at the Muscatine Art Center for National Poetry Month as we explore the work of Joan Walsh Anglund, an American poet and children's book illustrator known for her idyllic images of childhood. Kids will learn about the life and work of the artist and will create their own illustration in the Anglund style.... Read More →

Join us before the Muscatine Symphony concert for a performance by Bill Anson and Company in the Muscatine Art Center Music Room. Local singer / songwriter Bill Anson composes songs referencing a mix of styles. Bill Anson & Co. will perform some of his original pieces as well as popular music from the 1930s and... Read More →

Join artist and art educator Heather Seibel to learn ancient origami technique in a contemporary context, as jewelry. Origami evolved as a Japanese craft form in the 6th century, soon after the invention of paper. Over time many traditional forms, like the crane and stars, developed. Participants will use Japanese paper and patterns to create... Read More →

Learn how to paint beautiful watercolors using various techniques and skills. Follow along as artist Vada Baker guides participants through each step of the painting process, adding your own flair as you go. This months selection is the delightful Coal Tit bird with a beautiful balance of warm and cool colors. No experience is necessary,... Read More →

The students of the Muscatine Community Schools Homeschool Assistance Program have been meeting monthly at the Muscatine Art Center over the past academic year under the guidance of arts educator Julie Lear. Each month they complete a new project celebrating artists and art techniques, exploring a variety of media and method. This spring some of... Read More →

Salvador Dali was among the most famous of the surrealists, a 20th century art movement that often depicted imaginary dreamscapes. Dali was also known as an eccentric who wore outlandish attire, including handmade, whimsical hats. Join us to make your own fanciful head gear that Dali would be proud of! Activities are designed for Ages... Read More →

Artist Jim Elias will offer a freestyle workshop exploring the garden theme in celebration of the Art Center's reopening of the Japanese Garden and the upcoming Mother's Day weekend. Participants will be given prompts and as-needed instructions to explore the topic with as much or as little support and guidance as needed. All supplies and... Read More →

Join Muscatine County Conservation and the Muscatine Art Center for Mother's Day this year! Visit the Muscatine Art Center studio to learn about motherhood in the animal kingdom. Kids will get to see live animals, hear about their habitats and habits, and make a nature-inspired gift to take home to mom for Mother's Day! There... Read More →

Join artist and arts educator, Heather Seibel, to explore the fiber arts using a coiling core and yarn to create beautiful, functional coil bowls. These bowls can be adapted to have handles, be wide, narrow, or even flat. The options are endless! All supplies are included and no experience is necessary. Please register by May... Read More →

Soak up the beauty of the rehabilitated historic garden while watching artist Kimble Bromley paint a view of the Japanese Garden as part of a special commission for the 60th anniversary. The Mad Creek Mudcats will perform and a variety of flower and garden crafts and demonstrations will be offered! Free admission. Donations are appreciated!

Learn to paint beautiful watercolors using various techniques and learned skills. Follow along as artist Vada Baker guides participants through each step of the negative painting process, adding your own flair as you go. All supplies are included, and no experience is necessary. Advanced registration is required by calling the Muscatine Art Center at 563-263-8282.

Pleasant Valley School District art educator Heather Seibel will lead this kids class where kids will create foil relief drawings. Learn the art of metal tooling and embossing to sculpt and create texture in foil. Not only will you see your drawing, but you will be able to feel it too! Register by May 28... Read More →

The Japan America Society of Iowa (JASI) is engaging communities and schools across Iowa in a project to create 1,000 origami cranes as a symbol of friendship and peace. This project aims to unite people and celebrate the long-standing partnership between Kofu (Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan) and Des Moines, Iowa. Participants across the state are making... Read More →

Spend a Saturday afternoon with artist Kay Flanders and explore your creative side. Participants will be tasked with choosing a theme for their individual painting that fits their interests, such as a landscape or still life, and Flanders will give examples and share techniques to inspire participants. All supplies are included, and no prior painting... Read More →

Join the Muscatine Art Center to celebrate the beauty of Iowa with Tyler Sullivan, a poet, author, and runner. Sullivan will share his many adventures running across the state of Iowa, visiting 96 of the 99 counties. During his trek, he has visited 1,272 cities and 150 museums and attractions. Sullivan is on a mission... Read More →

Join Muscatine County Conservation and the Muscatine Art Center for Father's Day this year! Visit the Muscatine Art Center studio to learn about fatherhood in the animal kingdom. Kids will get to see live animals and hear about their habitats and habits. Then, make a nature-inspired gift to take home to dad for Father's Day!... Read More →

Artist Jim Elias will guide painters in mark-making prompts, explorative ideas, and tips on painting outdoor environments. Supplies will be provided for participants to create their own landscape painting. This “impromptu” workshop will involve as-needed instructions, to allow participants to explore the themes presented on their own. No prior painting experience necessary. Fee is $15,... Read More →

Students will be lead by arts educator Julie Lear to learn about the life and work of an extraordinary artist, Allan Houser. Allan Houser was born to the Apache tribe and became a renowned painter and sculptor, representing themes of the natural world and Native American life. The Muscatine Art Center is proud to host... Read More →

Learn to paint beautiful watercolors using various techniques and learned skills. Follow along as artist Vada Baker guides participants through each step of the painting process, adding your own flair as you go. All supplies are included, and no experience is necessary. These classes do fill up, so advanced registration is required by calling the... Read More →

Classes with arts educator, Julie Lear, offer youth Ages 7-14 a glimpse into the artistic process by featuring a different artist every month. In July the workshop explores the work of Jean Philippe Arthur Dubuffet, a French painter best known for coining the term "Art Brut" to describe artists who were not formally trained and... Read More →