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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.

Making the Grade

With focus, fortitude and an unorthodox style, Thomas Ahart seeks to transform Des Moines’ ...

Sages Over 70

Interviewing the individuals recognized each year as Des Moines’ Sages Over 70 is always ...

Valley Junction Officially Historical

Above: Historic and picturesque, Valley Junction can draw a crowd when the district hosts ...

Signs of the Times

Artist revives the skills of large-scale hand lettering.

Stepping Up and Speaking Out

By Jackie Norris as told to Christine Riccelli Jackie Norris returned to Des Moines ...

Open-Door Policy

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

One Word After Another – James A. Autry

Blessed Be the Words That Bond It seems to me there’s an enduring air ...

Seeking Common Ground

Writer: Kelly Roberson Photographer: Duane Tinkey Victor Ayara has a vision. But first he ...