• K–8 OPENING CELEBRATION

    Dubuque Museum of Art 701 Locust St., Dubuque, IA, United States

    In March we’ll be opening our exhibition of Dubuque’s youngest creatives with a reception for the city’s elementary school children and their artwork.

  • SAVE THE DATE: FUNDRAISER FOR NATHANIEL MORGAN MEMORIAL

    VOICES Studios 1585 Central Ave, Dubuque, IA, United States

    The Nathanial Morgan Committee will host a fundraising event at Voices Studios for the construction of a memorial to honor Morgan, a free Black man active in the Dubuque Community in the 1830’s. Contact: nathanielmorganmemorial@gmail.com

  • HIGH SCHOOL OPENING CELEBRATION

    Dubuque Museum of Art 701 Locust St., Dubuque, IA, United States

    Our high school artists take centerstage in our second exhibition of artwork by Dubuque’s youth. Swing by to celebrate their accomplishments and toast the future of art in our area.

    Free
  • Beyond the Studio: The Power and Possibility of Artist Residencies with Jenni Brant

    Dubuque Museum of Art 701 Locust St., Dubuque, IA, United States

    Artist residencies can be transformative—offering time, space, and inspiration to create, reflect, and connect. In this talk, artist and former residency director Jenni Petersen-Brant shares personal insights and practical advice drawn from years of experience on both sides of the residency equation. Whether you're a visual artist, performer, writer, or cultural worker—or part of an […]

  • MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND IRON POUR

    Dubuque Museum of Art 701 Locust St., Dubuque, IA, United States

    Naturally when you think of Mother’s Day, you think of an Iron Pour. Craft Mom a one-of-a-kind gift or bring the family to experience this powerful outdoor art-making event. Tamsie Ringler and a team of local and visiting artists melt iron to 2800° and cast sculptures in DuMA’s parking lot. Twenty relief molds will be […]

  • Filmscreening: George Nakashima Woodworker

    Hotel Julien Dubuque 200 Main St, Dubuque, IA, United States

    "It is a timeless story for anyone who has a fascination with the creative process, Japanese and Japanese Americans, woodworking, nature, and the spiritual." At Hotel Julien – Sunday, May 18 2:00-2:30 PM - Gather 2:30-4:30 PM - Film Screening 4:30 PM - Talk by Film Maker, John Nakashima and Q&A Learn More

    Free
  • Free Community Day and Closing Celebration

    Dubuque Museum of Art 701 Locust St., Dubuque, IA, United States

    Join us for DuMA Community Day, a free, all-ages celebration marking the final days at the Dubuque Museum of Art’s longtime home in the Woodward Fine Arts Centre. Participate in an interactive art-making project that will transform the walls of the Alice E. & Erwin J. Hafeman Lobby into a vibrant canvas of shared community […]

  • ANNUAL MEETING 2025

    Voices Dupaco Building 1000 Jackson Street, Dubuque, IA, United States

    Please join us at the Annual Meeting Tour the construction of our temporary home in the Dupaco Voices Building, made possible through the generous support of Dupaco Community Credit Union and Gronen. Preview progress on our new arts campus and discover the exciting year of exhibitions, programs, and events ahead. Please RSVP by clicking here.

  • DuMA Gala 2025

    Voices Dupaco Building 1000 Jackson Street, Dubuque, IA, United States

    Join us for an evening of vibrant creativity honoring our past, celebrating our present, and looking beyond to a bright future Friday, September 26, 2025 Dupaco Voices Building – 1000 Jackson St. Learn More  

  • Dubuque Latinx Fiesta 2025

    Voices Dupaco Building 1000 Jackson Street, Dubuque, IA, United States

    October 11 is opening day at the Dupaco Voices Building, and DuMA is partnering with Latinx Fiesta to transform Washington and E. 10th Streets into a vibrant street festival featuring live music, dance, food vendors, artisan booths, and free family activities. Inside the Dupaco Voices Building, explore a Latinx art exhibition with works displayed throughout […]