MLK Week | Art and Expression Day at the Stanley

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Be a part of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration of Human Rights Week from Jan. 20–26. 

On Thursday, day 4 of MLK Week, the Stanley Museum of Art will be hosting an all day art workshop in collaboration with Multicultural and International Student Support and Engagement. The program, Art and Expression, will be led by different mural artists throughout the day and will focus on creating a collaborative mural on large sheets of paper that reflects themes of justice, equality, and unity that Dr. King championed throughout his life. Students and visitors are invited to participate and express ideas of social justice through art.

Artists Schedule:

  • Thomas Agran 1:30–3:30 p.m.
  • Miriam Alarcon Avila  3:30–5:30 p.m.
  • Erykah Danner 5:30–7:30 p.m.

Art and Expression will be ongoing throughout the day. The murals will remain up on display in the lobby until the end of MLK week (Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025). This event is free and open to all. Snacks will be provided.

Thursday, January 23, 2025 10:00am to 8:00pm
Stanley Museum of Art
160 West Burlington Street, Iowa City, IA 52242
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Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Stanley Museum of Art in advance at 319-335-1727 or stanley-museum@uiowa.edu.