Visit the Grinnell College Museum of Art

Visit the Grinnell College Museum of Art

Whether you’re visiting Grinnell for the first time or have called it home for years, the Grinnell College Museum of Art (GCMoA) is well worth a visit. Located on the Grinnell College campus, the museum hosts exhibitions of regional, national, and international art alongside a robust schedule of free public programs, from gallery talks and artist lectures to student-curated exhibitions, musical performances, and even Yoga in the Museum.

Upcoming Programs & Events

GCMoA’s spring calendar features a wide range of talks, performances, and participatory events—all free and open to the public.

Spring 2026 Exhibitions

Unruly Lines: The Art of Sonja Sekula
January 22 – May 31, 2026
This exhibition highlights the work of Swiss-born artist Sonja Sekula (1918–1963), whose career intersected with surrealism and abstract expressionism in Europe and North America. Exploring her artistic innovation alongside the personal challenges she faced, Unruly Lines offers a thoughtful and powerful perspective on an underrecognized figure in modern art. Co-curated by Grinnell College faculty, the exhibition will travel nationally later in 2026—making Grinnell an early stop for this significant scholarly show.

Opening reception: January 22, 4–6 p.m.

Rhizomatic Intimacies: Photography from the Collection of Keith Jantzen ’80 and Scott Beth
January 22 – March 29, 2026
Curated by Grinnell College students, this exhibition explores themes of intimacy through portraiture, landscape, and the body. Featuring works by artists such as Diane Arbus, Robert Mapplethorpe, Johnnie Chatman, and Alfred Stieglitz, the exhibition reveals unexpected connections across photographic history.

Opening reception: January 22, 4–6 p.m.

BAX: The Bachelor of Arts Exhibition
April 2026
The annual Bachelor of Arts Exhibition showcases work by graduating studio art students and offers a glimpse into the next generation of artists. Juror Kevork Mourad will present awards and speak about the exhibition.

Opening reception and awards presentation: April 16, 4–6 p.m.

Gallery Talks

• January 27: Escaping Surrealism: Women Artists & Mental Illness – Jenny Anger
• February 16: Johnnie Chatman: I forgot where we were
• February 25: Sonja Sekula: Between the Lines
• April 21: 40 Minutes @ 4 with BAX student artists
• April 23: 40 Minutes @ 4 with BAX student artists

Artist Talk

• April 15: Kevork Mourad

Spotlight Talk

• February 12: Rhizomatic Intimacies

Recital

• February 3: The Short Recital – Royce Wolf

Yoga in the Museum

• Tuesdays, January 27 – May 12, 12:15–12:45 p.m.

Enjoy a free 30-minute yoga practice in the galleries. Open to all levels; mats provided. Co-sponsored by Live Well Grinnell.

Plan Your Visit

The museum is conveniently located within walking distance of downtown Grinnell’s shops and restaurants—making it a perfect addition to a day exploring the area. Admission is free and open to the public. For the most up-to-date information on exhibitions and events, be sure to visit the Grinnell College Museum of Art’s website.

Museum Hours (Spring Semester)
Tuesday–Friday: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Saturday: 1–5 p.m.
Closed Sunday and Monday