Closing Thought – Jan/Feb 18

“Is not January the hardest month to get through? When you have weathered that, ...

An Iowa Treasure Comes Home

A new center preserves the legacy of artist and visionary conservationist Ding Darling.

A New Stage of Life

Robert John Ford finds a comfy home in Mainframe Studios.

Hoyt Sherman Surges

Above: The theater at Hoyt Sherman Place seats 776 on the main floor and ...

Sounds Like Art

Alex Braidwood captures the audio wonder of life.

‘Worth Fighting For’

A Heritage Gallery exhibit showcases artists with military experience.

World View

Travels abroad influence artists’ work—and their decision to settle in Des Moines.

Signs of the Times

Artist revives the skills of large-scale hand lettering.

Open-Door Policy

A south-side home doubles as a gallery and performance space, where the arts can ...

‘I’ll See You At Poetry’

Monthly gathering yields insights, builds friendships and fosters tranquility.