40th Anniversity of University Museums Ruby Celebration to celebrate at Brunnier Art Museum
Courtesy of University Museums
This year marks the 40th Anniversary of the founding of University Museums. The anniversary event will be held at the Brunnier Art Museum in the Scheman Building from 7 to 9 P.M. on Sept. 19. Artwork will include sculptures such as Tang Horses.
September 14, 2015
The 40th anniversary of the founding of University Museums’ Ruby Celebration will take place from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday at the Brunnier Art Museum in the Scheman Building.
This fundraiser event for the University Museums’ Fund for Excellence supports educational exhibition programming, conservation of acquisitions and collections, curatorial scholarship and student engagement.
The celebratory day will include a special 40/40 exhibition, showcasing the works of 40 new Iowa artists recently added to the permanent collection and 40 new works from Iowa artists who are currently represented in the collection. This gives a round total of more than 80 new works to be observed and admired.
Cocktail attire for this event is required. Exquisite designer desserts, elegant floral creations, a cash bar and live music will be offered to guests.
Director of University Museums, Lynette L. Pohlman, the first lady of Iowa State and the Curators Associates Advisory Council of University Museums will be in attendance.
Tickets are available to purchase at the door for $50.
For more information about University Museums, please contact Susan Larson of University Museums at 515-294-3342 or visit the University Museums’ website.
