University Museums, Iowa State University

University Museums, Iowa State University Brunnier Art Museum • Farm House Museum • Christian Petersen Art Museum • Anderson Sculpture Garden • Art on Campus They will reopen the week of August 22.

University Museums is a distinctive organization that encompasses two art museums, a National Historic Landmark historic home museum, a sculpture garden, and one of the largest campus public art collections in the nation. University Museums brings world-class exhibitions with educational programming to Iowa State University, actively acquires works of art to add to the more than 30,000 permanent c

ollection objects, conserves and preserves collections, conducts and publishes curatorial scholarship, and fosters student engagement. For all things University Museums, including hours, current exhibitions, programs and collection information, go to www.museums.iastate.edu

Fall 2022 Semester Hours (beginning August 22)
Museums and offices will be closed for ISU holidays. All museums close at the end of the day July 22 to change exhibitions. Brunnier Art Museum
Wednesday - Friday, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Saturday & Sunday, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Closed to the public Monday & Tuesday. ISU curriculum tours may be scheduled these days with two weeks' notice. Christian Petersen Art Museum
Monday - Friday, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Closed weekends

Farm House Museum
Monday - Friday, noon - 4:00pm
Closed weekends

Anderson Sculpture Garden
Always open

Wednesday too!!
09/02/2026

Wednesday too!!

🌡️ It's a scorcher! Unfortunately, our historic Farm House doesn't have air conditioning (or enough fans for everyone to fight this Iowa heat). To keep our staff and visitors safe and comfortable, Farm House Museum will be closed today, September 1.

We'll be back open soon! Stay cool out there, Cyclones. 🌾

🌡️ It's a scorcher! Unfortunately, our historic Farm House doesn't have air conditioning (or enough fans for everyone to...
09/01/2026

🌡️ It's a scorcher! Unfortunately, our historic Farm House doesn't have air conditioning (or enough fans for everyone to fight this Iowa heat). To keep our staff and visitors safe and comfortable, Farm House Museum will be closed today, September 1.

We'll be back open soon! Stay cool out there, Cyclones. 🌾

Tuesday evening just got a whole lot more cultured! 🎨 Join curator Allison Ranniger Van Zante at the Christian Petersen ...
08/31/2026

Tuesday evening just got a whole lot more cultured! 🎨 Join curator Allison Ranniger Van Zante at the Christian Petersen Art Museum to dish about Luis Jimenez's art (and maybe even learn a thing or two 😉)

Sunday afternoon slump get you down? 😴 Perk up and join us at 2pm in the Brunnier Art Museum, where curator Adrienne Gen...
08/28/2026

Sunday afternoon slump get you down? 😴 Perk up and join us at 2pm in the Brunnier Art Museum, where curator Adrienne Gennett will explore the new exhibition Wood for Function and Expression. It's way more exciting than folding laundry, we promise! 😉

Who says museums are boring? 🤔 Make them part of your fall routine: Score some culture points at museum meetups, curator...
08/27/2026

Who says museums are boring? 🤔 Make them part of your fall routine: Score some culture points at museum meetups, curator's tours, lectures, or special events; or just, you know, accidentally stumble upon some art on your way to grab coffee ☕️. Ready for your next 'Aha Moment'? 💡Explore more at www.museums.iastate.edu

Today we're shining a spotlight on Sydney Marshall as she celebrates 7 years with University Museums! As Curator of th...
08/26/2026

Today we're shining a spotlight on Sydney Marshall as she celebrates 7 years with University Museums! As Curator of the Art on Campus Collection, Sydney's passion and dedication have brought beauty and creativity to every corner of our campus, fostering collaboration and innovation among faculty, staff, artists, and students alike. 🎉(PSA: Please don't climb the ram sculpture unless you are Sydney! 🐏)

University Museums proudly presents the "Midwest Makers Series," highlighting the incredible talent of Iowa artists. Kic...
08/25/2026

University Museums proudly presents the "Midwest Makers Series," highlighting the incredible talent of Iowa artists. Kicking off with Mary Merkel-Hess, this exhibition showcases her unique paper sculptures inspired by Iowa's natural beauty. Join us at the Brunnier Art Museum to explore her work and participate in exciting events designed for all ages. Celebrate creativity and innovation in Iowa!

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08/24/2026
Still honoring our ISU museums heritage 50 years later!
08/24/2026

Still honoring our ISU museums heritage 50 years later!

The Farm House museum opened on campus on July 4, 1976 - fifty years ago this summer. The Farm House, the first building built on Iowa State's campus, was renovated and refurnished to represent the early years on campus.

Graduate student Lynette Pohlman is shown in this photo moving a spinning wheel and Norwegian chest into the museum. Pohlman recently retired after 55 years of service with University Museums.

Ames Tribune photo published August 23, 1975.

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