What is Arts and Culture?
Check out with the Corridor’s arts, theater, literature and cultural events. Everything from cinema and dance to museum and exhibits are available under the Arts and Culture grouping.
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Unwrapped: Gifts from the Peter Norton Family Christmas Project, 1988-2018
<p>Retired computer entrepreneur Peter Norton (Norton Antivirus Software) is a contemporary art collector as well as an active participant in various civic and philanthropic activities. In 1988, the Norton Family Christmas Project began commissioning artists to create original, multiple-edition works that were mailed as holiday greetings to friends, colleagues, and selected institutions. In 2017, the CRMA received the bulk of these wonderful holiday greetings from Director Emeritus Terry Pitts and his wife Kathy Hall.</p><p><br></p><p>The objects and artists’ books that comprise the Project collection are incredibly varied. A sense of whimsy runs through many of the pieces: salt and pepper shakers become snow globes, a music box exhorts us to be silent. Many works also have a sociopolitical focus, addressing issues as varied as slavery, AIDS, and gender identity. Taken together, the Norton Family Christmas Project objects and artists’ books provide a wonderful snapshot of the last thirty years of activity in the art world at large, presenting the work of both emerging and more established artists. The 2018 edition of the Norton Family Christmas Project was the last and ended the series.</p> 2020-08-19 16:00:00 -0500
8/19/2012:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Personalized Tours of Brucemore Estate (A 2020 Special!)
<p>New for a limited time, Brucemore will be offering personal, guided tours of the historic estate, customized for private groups. Hear the stories of the site from knowledgeable guides while exploring the 26-acres which features seven structures, outdoor statuary, gardens, woodland areas, and more. Enjoy the safety and customization of a private tour!</p> 2020-08-20 03:00:00 -0500
8/20/2010:00 a.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
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125!: 125 Masterworks from the Collection
<p>Continuing the celebration of the 125<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the CRMA, the summer exhibition will look at 125 masterpieces drawn from our own collection. Whereas <em>Across the Atlantic</em> looked at another prestigious American museum collection, we have much to celebrate within our own collection. Works which normally do not hang together because of their diverse subjects or styles will coexist in an exuberant display of the CRMA’s treasures. Works by Grant Wood and Marvin Cone will be joined by those of important early African-American artist Henry Ossawa Tanner, American Impressionist Frederick Carl Frieseke, and American sculptor Malvina Hoffman. Roman treasures will be on view alongside modern and contemporary masterworks. It will be a true celebration of the depth and breadth of the collection, as well as a celebration of the community which made this collection possible.</p> 2020-08-20 20:00:00 -0500
8/20/2012:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Mary Zeran: 10 Years
<p>In 2020, local artist Mary Zeran will have been working as a profession artist for 10 years. Given the CRMA’s rich history of presenting the art of local artists—especially when they’ve achieved a certain milestone or completed a specific new body of work—the idea of displaying a 10-year retrospective of Zeran’s work during the CRMA’s 125<sup>th</sup> anniversary year seems fitting. One of the very few local artists to have spent her entire painting career working in abstraction, Zeran’s work will challenge viewers to see her subtle but significant evolution over the course of the past 10 years. Constantly exploring, Zeran has crafted different methods of mark-making to accompany her evolution in palette and scale. The exhibition will not only trace the trajectory of her career, it will also include a site-specific installation created especially for this exhibition.</p><p><br></p> 2020-08-20 20:00:00 -0500
8/20/2012:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Unwrapped: Gifts from the Peter Norton Family Christmas Project, 1988-2018
<p>Retired computer entrepreneur Peter Norton (Norton Antivirus Software) is a contemporary art collector as well as an active participant in various civic and philanthropic activities. In 1988, the Norton Family Christmas Project began commissioning artists to create original, multiple-edition works that were mailed as holiday greetings to friends, colleagues, and selected institutions. In 2017, the CRMA received the bulk of these wonderful holiday greetings from Director Emeritus Terry Pitts and his wife Kathy Hall.</p><p><br></p><p>The objects and artists’ books that comprise the Project collection are incredibly varied. A sense of whimsy runs through many of the pieces: salt and pepper shakers become snow globes, a music box exhorts us to be silent. Many works also have a sociopolitical focus, addressing issues as varied as slavery, AIDS, and gender identity. Taken together, the Norton Family Christmas Project objects and artists’ books provide a wonderful snapshot of the last thirty years of activity in the art world at large, presenting the work of both emerging and more established artists. The 2018 edition of the Norton Family Christmas Project was the last and ended the series.</p><p><br></p> 2020-08-20 20:00:00 -0500
8/20/2012:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Open Lab at Beadology Iowa
<p>Receive the benefit of Beadology Iowa’s experienced staff at absolutely no charge. For those who qualify, the flame studio is available for $15 for soft glass and $18 for hard glass—for up to four hours of torch time. A basic metals studio is available for $15. We hope you take advantage of this special time each week to bead, share techniques, get assistance, and create our area’s beading and jewelry making community. You don’t even have to bead—you can knit, crochet, scrapbook, quilt, read tarot cards—join in!</p><p>The flame and metals studio are also available for Open Lab on Sundays, from noon to 5pm when there is not another event in the Bead Lab.</p><p><br></p> 2020-08-20 20:00:00 -0500
8/20/204:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
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<p>Brucemore is putting together a special show created with safety in mind! Join us for <em>Unforgettable & Unplugged</em> <em> </em>and spend the evening under the stars amidst the ambiance of the historic Carriage House. <em>Space is extremely limited. Tables for up to 4 people are $100, allowing you to sit with the guests you attend with. Purchase your tickets today!</em></p><p>Sit back, sing along, dance in your seat with a flashback to an energetic evening of iconic tunes from the 70s and 80s. Featuring solo and ensemble performances by Anna Wilde, Lacie De Souza, Staisha Federick, Scott Dix, and Jared Rogers, and band Dave Nanke, Jim Coates, Jeremiah Murphy, and Gerard Estella. </p><ul><li>August 20 - 23, 7:30 p.m.</li><li>September 3 - 6, 7:30 p.m.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Visit our website for information on COVID-19 mitigation. </p> 2020-08-07 22:00:00 -0500
8/20/207:30 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Personalized Tours of Brucemore Estate (A 2020 Special!)
<p>New for a limited time, Brucemore will be offering personal, guided tours of the historic estate, customized for private groups. Hear the stories of the site from knowledgeable guides while exploring the 26-acres which features seven structures, outdoor statuary, gardens, woodland areas, and more. Enjoy the safety and customization of a private tour!</p> 2020-08-21 03:00:00 -0500
8/21/2010:00 a.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
125!: 125 Masterworks from the Collection
<p>Continuing the celebration of the 125<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the CRMA, the summer exhibition will look at 125 masterpieces drawn from our own collection. Whereas <em>Across the Atlantic</em> looked at another prestigious American museum collection, we have much to celebrate within our own collection. Works which normally do not hang together because of their diverse subjects or styles will coexist in an exuberant display of the CRMA’s treasures. Works by Grant Wood and Marvin Cone will be joined by those of important early African-American artist Henry Ossawa Tanner, American Impressionist Frederick Carl Frieseke, and American sculptor Malvina Hoffman. Roman treasures will be on view alongside modern and contemporary masterworks. It will be a true celebration of the depth and breadth of the collection, as well as a celebration of the community which made this collection possible.</p> 2020-08-21 16:00:00 -0500
8/21/2012:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Mary Zeran: 10 Years
<p>In 2020, local artist Mary Zeran will have been working as a profession artist for 10 years. Given the CRMA’s rich history of presenting the art of local artists—especially when they’ve achieved a certain milestone or completed a specific new body of work—the idea of displaying a 10-year retrospective of Zeran’s work during the CRMA’s 125<sup>th</sup> anniversary year seems fitting. One of the very few local artists to have spent her entire painting career working in abstraction, Zeran’s work will challenge viewers to see her subtle but significant evolution over the course of the past 10 years. Constantly exploring, Zeran has crafted different methods of mark-making to accompany her evolution in palette and scale. The exhibition will not only trace the trajectory of her career, it will also include a site-specific installation created especially for this exhibition.</p><p><br></p> 2020-08-21 16:00:00 -0500
8/21/2012:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Unwrapped: Gifts from the Peter Norton Family Christmas Project, 1988-2018
<p>Retired computer entrepreneur Peter Norton (Norton Antivirus Software) is a contemporary art collector as well as an active participant in various civic and philanthropic activities. In 1988, the Norton Family Christmas Project began commissioning artists to create original, multiple-edition works that were mailed as holiday greetings to friends, colleagues, and selected institutions. In 2017, the CRMA received the bulk of these wonderful holiday greetings from Director Emeritus Terry Pitts and his wife Kathy Hall.</p><p><br></p><p>The objects and artists’ books that comprise the Project collection are incredibly varied. A sense of whimsy runs through many of the pieces: salt and pepper shakers become snow globes, a music box exhorts us to be silent. Many works also have a sociopolitical focus, addressing issues as varied as slavery, AIDS, and gender identity. Taken together, the Norton Family Christmas Project objects and artists’ books provide a wonderful snapshot of the last thirty years of activity in the art world at large, presenting the work of both emerging and more established artists. The 2018 edition of the Norton Family Christmas Project was the last and ended the series.</p> 2020-08-21 16:00:00 -0500
8/21/2012:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Saturday Afternoon Live
<p>Every Saturday, the Market will host Saturday Afternoon Live. Keeping the health and safety of our community in mind.</p><p>The Market Yard will be sectioned into <strong>eight-foot squares, spaced six feet apart, for up to six people. Check in begins at 1:30pm the day of the event.</strong></p><p>This means you, and up to five members of your "quaran-team", can reserve one (1) spot in our yard and enjoy live local music while safely social distancing and supporting the small businesses within the Market.</p><p>A $20 per reserved square and $25 per reserved table cover charge will help us pay our amazing local bands, who are all small businesses in their own right.</p><p><strong>Event Rules:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR BEVERAGES, please support our Shopkeepers and get your snacks here!</strong></li><li><strong>NO COOLERS</strong></li><li><strong>No smoking</strong></li><li><strong>We encourage guests to wear a mask when leaving your designated square</strong></li><li><strong>If you have been sick in the last two weeks prior to the event please avoid attending.</strong></li><li><strong>Check-in begins at 1:30 p.m. the day of the event, no sooner.</strong></li></ul> 2020-08-21 16:00:00 -0500
8/21/202:00 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
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Rock the Block 2020
<p>Every Friday this summer the Market will host Rock the Block. Keeping the health and safety of our community in mind.</p><p>The Market Yard will be sectioned into <strong>eight-foot squares, spaced six feet apart, for up to six people. Check in begins at 5:30pm the day of the event.</strong></p><p>This means you, and up to five members of your "quaran-team", can reserve one (1) spot in our yard and enjoy live local music while safely social distancing and supporting the small businesses within the Market.</p><p>A $20 per reserved square and $25 per reserved table cover charge will help us pay our amazing local bands, who are all small businesses in their own right.</p><p><strong>Event Rules:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR BEVERAGES, please support our Shopkeepers and get your snacks here!</strong></li><li><strong>NO COOLERS</strong></li><li><strong>No smoking</strong></li><li><strong>We encourage guests to wear a mask when leaving your designated square</strong></li><li><strong>If you have been sick in the last two weeks prior to the event please avoid attending.</strong></li><li><strong>Check-in begins at 5:30 p.m. the day of the event, no sooner.</strong></li></ul><p><em>Rock the Block 2020 is sponsored by Collins Aerospace and Lion Bridge Brewing Company.</em></p><p><em><strong>If you'd like to reserve a Season Pass, please email Events@newbocitymarket.org</strong></em></p> 2020-08-21 20:00:00 -0500
8/21/206:00 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
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<p>Brucemore is putting together a special show created with safety in mind! Join us for <em>Unforgettable & Unplugged</em> <em> </em>and spend the evening under the stars amidst the ambiance of the historic Carriage House. <em>Space is extremely limited. Tables for up to 4 people are $100, allowing you to sit with the guests you attend with. Purchase your tickets today!</em></p><p>Sit back, sing along, dance in your seat with a flashback to an energetic evening of iconic tunes from the 70s and 80s. Featuring solo and ensemble performances by Anna Wilde, Lacie De Souza, Staisha Federick, Scott Dix, and Jared Rogers, and band Dave Nanke, Jim Coates, Jeremiah Murphy, and Gerard Estella. </p><ul><li>August 20 - 23, 7:30 p.m.</li><li>September 3 - 6, 7:30 p.m.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Visit our website for information on COVID-19 mitigation. </p> 2020-08-21 22:00:00 -0500
8/21/207:30 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Personalized Tours of Brucemore Estate (A 2020 Special!)
<p>New for a limited time, Brucemore will be offering personal, guided tours of the historic estate, customized for private groups. Hear the stories of the site from knowledgeable guides while exploring the 26-acres which features seven structures, outdoor statuary, gardens, woodland areas, and more. Enjoy the safety and customization of a private tour!</p> 2020-08-22 03:00:00 -0500
8/22/2010:00 a.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
125!: 125 Masterworks from the Collection
<p>Continuing the celebration of the 125<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the CRMA, the summer exhibition will look at 125 masterpieces drawn from our own collection. Whereas <em>Across the Atlantic</em> looked at another prestigious American museum collection, we have much to celebrate within our own collection. Works which normally do not hang together because of their diverse subjects or styles will coexist in an exuberant display of the CRMA’s treasures. Works by Grant Wood and Marvin Cone will be joined by those of important early African-American artist Henry Ossawa Tanner, American Impressionist Frederick Carl Frieseke, and American sculptor Malvina Hoffman. Roman treasures will be on view alongside modern and contemporary masterworks. It will be a true celebration of the depth and breadth of the collection, as well as a celebration of the community which made this collection possible.</p> 2020-08-22 16:00:00 -0500
8/22/2010:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Mary Zeran: 10 Years
<p>In 2020, local artist Mary Zeran will have been working as a profession artist for 10 years. Given the CRMA’s rich history of presenting the art of local artists—especially when they’ve achieved a certain milestone or completed a specific new body of work—the idea of displaying a 10-year retrospective of Zeran’s work during the CRMA’s 125<sup>th</sup> anniversary year seems fitting. One of the very few local artists to have spent her entire painting career working in abstraction, Zeran’s work will challenge viewers to see her subtle but significant evolution over the course of the past 10 years. Constantly exploring, Zeran has crafted different methods of mark-making to accompany her evolution in palette and scale. The exhibition will not only trace the trajectory of her career, it will also include a site-specific installation created especially for this exhibition.</p> 2020-08-22 16:00:00 -0500
8/22/2010:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
LIVE SATURDAY NITES @ MILLSTREAM BREWERY
<p>Join us at Millstream Brewery for live music in our outdoor Biergarten from 6-9pm</p><p>Come for local music, craft beer, supper and great friends!</p> 2020-08-22 21:00:00 -0500
8/22/206:00 p.m.Millstream Brewing CompanyAmana -
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<p>Brucemore is putting together a special show created with safety in mind! Join us for <em>Unforgettable & Unplugged</em> <em> </em>and spend the evening under the stars amidst the ambiance of the historic Carriage House. <em>Space is extremely limited. Tables for up to 4 people are $100, allowing you to sit with the guests you attend with. Purchase your tickets today!</em></p><p>Sit back, sing along, dance in your seat with a flashback to an energetic evening of iconic tunes from the 70s and 80s. Featuring solo and ensemble performances by Anna Wilde, Lacie De Souza, Staisha Federick, Scott Dix, and Jared Rogers, and band Dave Nanke, Jim Coates, Jeremiah Murphy, and Gerard Estella. </p><ul><li>August 20 - 23, 7:30 p.m.</li><li>September 3 - 6, 7:30 p.m.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Visit our website for information on COVID-19 mitigation. </p> 2020-08-22 22:00:00 -0500
8/22/207:30 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
125!: 125 Masterworks from the Collection
<p>Continuing the celebration of the 125<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the CRMA, the summer exhibition will look at 125 masterpieces drawn from our own collection. Whereas <em>Across the Atlantic</em> looked at another prestigious American museum collection, we have much to celebrate within our own collection. Works which normally do not hang together because of their diverse subjects or styles will coexist in an exuberant display of the CRMA’s treasures. Works by Grant Wood and Marvin Cone will be joined by those of important early African-American artist Henry Ossawa Tanner, American Impressionist Frederick Carl Frieseke, and American sculptor Malvina Hoffman. Roman treasures will be on view alongside modern and contemporary masterworks. It will be a true celebration of the depth and breadth of the collection, as well as a celebration of the community which made this collection possible.</p> 2020-08-23 16:00:00 -0500
8/23/2012:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Mary Zeran: 10 Years
<p>In 2020, local artist Mary Zeran will have been working as a profession artist for 10 years. Given the CRMA’s rich history of presenting the art of local artists—especially when they’ve achieved a certain milestone or completed a specific new body of work—the idea of displaying a 10-year retrospective of Zeran’s work during the CRMA’s 125<sup>th</sup> anniversary year seems fitting. One of the very few local artists to have spent her entire painting career working in abstraction, Zeran’s work will challenge viewers to see her subtle but significant evolution over the course of the past 10 years. Constantly exploring, Zeran has crafted different methods of mark-making to accompany her evolution in palette and scale. The exhibition will not only trace the trajectory of her career, it will also include a site-specific installation created especially for this exhibition.</p><p><br></p> 2020-08-23 16:00:00 -0500
8/23/2012:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Unwrapped: Gifts from the Peter Norton Family Christmas Project, 1988-2018
<p>Retired computer entrepreneur Peter Norton (Norton Antivirus Software) is a contemporary art collector as well as an active participant in various civic and philanthropic activities. In 1988, the Norton Family Christmas Project began commissioning artists to create original, multiple-edition works that were mailed as holiday greetings to friends, colleagues, and selected institutions. In 2017, the CRMA received the bulk of these wonderful holiday greetings from Director Emeritus Terry Pitts and his wife Kathy Hall.</p><p><br></p><p>The objects and artists’ books that comprise the Project collection are incredibly varied. A sense of whimsy runs through many of the pieces: salt and pepper shakers become snow globes, a music box exhorts us to be silent. Many works also have a sociopolitical focus, addressing issues as varied as slavery, AIDS, and gender identity. Taken together, the Norton Family Christmas Project objects and artists’ books provide a wonderful snapshot of the last thirty years of activity in the art world at large, presenting the work of both emerging and more established artists. The 2018 edition of the Norton Family Christmas Project was the last and ended the series.</p> 2020-08-23 16:00:00 -0500
8/23/2012:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Personalized Tours of the Brucemore Estate (A 2020 special!)
<p>New for a limited time, Brucemore will be offering personal, guided tours of the historic estate, customized for private groups. Hear the stories of the site from knowledgeable guides while exploring the 26-acres which features seven structures, outdoor statuary, gardens, woodland areas, and more. Enjoy the safety and customization of a private tour!</p> 2020-08-23 16:00:00 -0500
8/23/201:00 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
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<p>Brucemore is putting together a special show created with safety in mind! Join us for <em>Unforgettable & Unplugged</em> <em> </em>and spend the evening under the stars amidst the ambiance of the historic Carriage House. <em>Space is extremely limited. Tables for up to 4 people are $100, allowing you to sit with the guests you attend with. Purchase your tickets today!</em></p><p>Sit back, sing along, dance in your seat with a flashback to an energetic evening of iconic tunes from the 70s and 80s. Featuring solo and ensemble performances by Anna Wilde, Lacie De Souza, Staisha Federick, Scott Dix, and Jared Rogers, and band Dave Nanke, Jim Coates, Jeremiah Murphy, and Gerard Estella. </p><ul><li>August 20 - 23, 7:30 p.m.</li><li>September 3 - 6, 7:30 p.m.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Visit our website for information on COVID-19 mitigation. </p> 2020-08-23 22:00:00 -0500
8/23/207:30 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
125!: 125 Masterworks from the Collection
<p>Continuing the celebration of the 125<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the CRMA, the summer exhibition will look at 125 masterpieces drawn from our own collection. Whereas <em>Across the Atlantic</em> looked at another prestigious American museum collection, we have much to celebrate within our own collection. Works which normally do not hang together because of their diverse subjects or styles will coexist in an exuberant display of the CRMA’s treasures. Works by Grant Wood and Marvin Cone will be joined by those of important early African-American artist Henry Ossawa Tanner, American Impressionist Frederick Carl Frieseke, and American sculptor Malvina Hoffman. Roman treasures will be on view alongside modern and contemporary masterworks. It will be a true celebration of the depth and breadth of the collection, as well as a celebration of the community which made this collection possible.</p> 2020-08-25 16:00:00 -0500
8/25/2012:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
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Mary Zeran: 10 Years
<p>In 2020, local artist Mary Zeran will have been working as a profession artist for 10 years. Given the CRMA’s rich history of presenting the art of local artists—especially when they’ve achieved a certain milestone or completed a specific new body of work—the idea of displaying a 10-year retrospective of Zeran’s work during the CRMA’s 125<sup>th</sup> anniversary year seems fitting. One of the very few local artists to have spent her entire painting career working in abstraction, Zeran’s work will challenge viewers to see her subtle but significant evolution over the course of the past 10 years. Constantly exploring, Zeran has crafted different methods of mark-making to accompany her evolution in palette and scale. The exhibition will not only trace the trajectory of her career, it will also include a site-specific installation created especially for this exhibition.</p><p><br></p> 2020-08-25 16:00:00 -0500
8/25/2012:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Unwrapped: Gifts from the Peter Norton Family Christmas Project, 1988-2018
<p>Retired computer entrepreneur Peter Norton (Norton Antivirus Software) is a contemporary art collector as well as an active participant in various civic and philanthropic activities. In 1988, the Norton Family Christmas Project began commissioning artists to create original, multiple-edition works that were mailed as holiday greetings to friends, colleagues, and selected institutions. In 2017, the CRMA received the bulk of these wonderful holiday greetings from Director Emeritus Terry Pitts and his wife Kathy Hall.</p><p><br></p><p>The objects and artists’ books that comprise the Project collection are incredibly varied. A sense of whimsy runs through many of the pieces: salt and pepper shakers become snow globes, a music box exhorts us to be silent. Many works also have a sociopolitical focus, addressing issues as varied as slavery, AIDS, and gender identity. Taken together, the Norton Family Christmas Project objects and artists’ books provide a wonderful snapshot of the last thirty years of activity in the art world at large, presenting the work of both emerging and more established artists. The 2018 edition of the Norton Family Christmas Project was the last and ended the series.</p> 2020-08-25 16:00:00 -0500
8/25/2012:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
125!: 125 Masterworks from the Collection
<p>Continuing the celebration of the 125<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the CRMA, the summer exhibition will look at 125 masterpieces drawn from our own collection. Whereas <em>Across the Atlantic</em> looked at another prestigious American museum collection, we have much to celebrate within our own collection. Works which normally do not hang together because of their diverse subjects or styles will coexist in an exuberant display of the CRMA’s treasures. Works by Grant Wood and Marvin Cone will be joined by those of important early African-American artist Henry Ossawa Tanner, American Impressionist Frederick Carl Frieseke, and American sculptor Malvina Hoffman. Roman treasures will be on view alongside modern and contemporary masterworks. It will be a true celebration of the depth and breadth of the collection, as well as a celebration of the community which made this collection possible.</p> 2020-08-26 16:00:00 -0500
8/26/2012:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Mary Zeran: 10 Years
<p>In 2020, local artist Mary Zeran will have been working as a profession artist for 10 years. Given the CRMA’s rich history of presenting the art of local artists—especially when they’ve achieved a certain milestone or completed a specific new body of work—the idea of displaying a 10-year retrospective of Zeran’s work during the CRMA’s 125<sup>th</sup> anniversary year seems fitting. One of the very few local artists to have spent her entire painting career working in abstraction, Zeran’s work will challenge viewers to see her subtle but significant evolution over the course of the past 10 years. Constantly exploring, Zeran has crafted different methods of mark-making to accompany her evolution in palette and scale. The exhibition will not only trace the trajectory of her career, it will also include a site-specific installation created especially for this exhibition.</p><p><br></p> 2020-08-26 16:00:00 -0500
8/26/2012:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Unwrapped: Gifts from the Peter Norton Family Christmas Project, 1988-2018
<p>Retired computer entrepreneur Peter Norton (Norton Antivirus Software) is a contemporary art collector as well as an active participant in various civic and philanthropic activities. In 1988, the Norton Family Christmas Project began commissioning artists to create original, multiple-edition works that were mailed as holiday greetings to friends, colleagues, and selected institutions. In 2017, the CRMA received the bulk of these wonderful holiday greetings from Director Emeritus Terry Pitts and his wife Kathy Hall.</p><p><br></p><p>The objects and artists’ books that comprise the Project collection are incredibly varied. A sense of whimsy runs through many of the pieces: salt and pepper shakers become snow globes, a music box exhorts us to be silent. Many works also have a sociopolitical focus, addressing issues as varied as slavery, AIDS, and gender identity. Taken together, the Norton Family Christmas Project objects and artists’ books provide a wonderful snapshot of the last thirty years of activity in the art world at large, presenting the work of both emerging and more established artists. The 2018 edition of the Norton Family Christmas Project was the last and ended the series.</p> 2020-08-26 16:00:00 -0500
8/26/2012:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids