This calendar is a curated display of events at the Stanley that are either targeted towards students, are of potential interest to students, or involve students. 

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Night at the Museum: November 2026 promotional image

Night at the Museum: November 2026

Thursday, November 12, 2026 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Stanley Museum of Art

Once a month, the Stanley hosts events designed to introduce the museum to University of Iowa students through engaging and creative activities. Nights at the Museum events occur on Thursday nights when the museum is open late. These events are planned and developed with the assistance of the Campus Engagement Coordinator, a student employee who works with museum staff to engage student audiences. Information about past Nights at the Museum can be found here. Attending student events also...

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Study at the Stanley

Tuesday, December 15, 2026 10:00am to 4:00pm
Stanley Museum of Art

Make the Stanley your study spot for finals week. We'll have free cocoa, cider, coffee, and snacks available all day Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (10 a.m.–4 p.m.).

Stop by for a few hours to study for your exams: grab a snack, replenish your study supplies (we'll have sticky notes, highlighters, note cards, and more) and take a quick break — either by exploring the galleries or playing with a fidget toy.

Don't forget - if you've been visiting the Stanley this semester and getting stamps for...

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Study at the Stanley

Wednesday, December 16, 2026 10:00am to 4:00pm
Stanley Museum of Art

Make the Stanley your study spot for finals week. We'll have free cocoa, cider, coffee, and snacks available all day Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (10 a.m.–4 p.m.).

Stop by for a few hours to study for your exams: grab a snack, replenish your study supplies (we'll have sticky notes, highlighters, note cards, and more) and take a quick break — either by exploring the galleries or playing with a fidget toy.

Don't forget - if you've been visiting the Stanley this semester and getting stamps for...

Study at the Stanley promotional image

Study at the Stanley

Thursday, December 17, 2026 10:00am to 4:00pm
Stanley Museum of Art

Make the Stanley your study spot for finals week. We'll have free cocoa, cider, coffee, and snacks available all day Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (10 a.m.–4 p.m.).

Stop by for a few hours to study for your exams: grab a snack, replenish your study supplies (we'll have sticky notes, highlighters, note cards, and more) and take a quick break — either by exploring the galleries or playing with a fidget toy.

Don't forget - if you've been visiting the Stanley this semester and getting stamps for...

Night at the Museum: February 2027 promotional image

Night at the Museum: February 2027

Thursday, February 11, 2027 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Stanley Museum of Art

Once a month, the Stanley hosts events designed to introduce the museum to University of Iowa students through engaging and creative activities. Nights at the Museum events occur on Thursday nights when the museum is open late. These events are planned and developed with the assistance of the Campus Engagement Coordinator, a student employee who works with museum staff to engage student audiences. Information about past Nights at the Museum can be found here. Attending student events also...

Night at the Museum: March 2027 promotional image

Night at the Museum: March 2027

Thursday, March 11, 2027 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Stanley Museum of Art

Once a month, the Stanley hosts events designed to introduce the museum to University of Iowa students through engaging and creative activities. Nights at the Museum events occur on Thursday nights when the museum is open late. These events are planned and developed with the assistance of the Campus Engagement Coordinator, a student employee who works with museum staff to engage student audiences. Information about past Nights at the Museum can be found here. Attending student events also...

Night at the Museum: April 2027 promotional image

Night at the Museum: April 2027

Thursday, April 8, 2027 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Stanley Museum of Art

Once a month, the Stanley hosts events designed to introduce the museum to University of Iowa students through engaging and creative activities. Nights at the Museum events occur on Thursday nights when the museum is open late. These events are planned and developed with the assistance of the Campus Engagement Coordinator, a student employee who works with museum staff to engage student audiences. Information about past Nights at the Museum can be found here. Attending student events also...

Study at the Stanley promotional image

Study at the Stanley

Tuesday, May 11, 2027 10:00am to 4:00pm
Stanley Museum of Art

Make the Stanley your study spot for finals week. We'll have free lemonade, sparkling punch, coffee, and snacks available all day Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (10 a.m.–4 p.m.).

Stop by for a few hours to study for your exams: grab a snack, replenish your study supplies (we'll have sticky notes, highlighters, note cards, and more) and take a quick break — either by exploring the galleries or playing with a fidget toy.

Don't forget - if you've been visiting the Stanley this semester and getting...

Study at the Stanley promotional image

Study at the Stanley

Wednesday, May 12, 2027 10:00am to 4:00pm
Stanley Museum of Art

Make the Stanley your study spot for finals week. We'll have free lemonade, sparkling punch, coffee, and snacks available all day Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (10 a.m.–4 p.m.).

Stop by for a few hours to study for your exams: grab a snack, replenish your study supplies (we'll have sticky notes, highlighters, note cards, and more) and take a quick break — either by exploring the galleries or playing with a fidget toy.

Don't forget - if you've been visiting the Stanley this semester and getting...

Study at the Stanley promotional image

Study at the Stanley

Thursday, May 13, 2027 10:00am to 4:00pm
Stanley Museum of Art

Make the Stanley your study spot for finals week. We'll have free lemonade, sparkling punch, coffee, and snacks available all day Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (10 a.m.–4 p.m.).

Stop by for a few hours to study for your exams: grab a snack, replenish your study supplies (we'll have sticky notes, highlighters, note cards, and more) and take a quick break — either by exploring the galleries or playing with a fidget toy.

Don't forget - if you've been visiting the Stanley this semester and getting...