Welcome to the Pentacrest Museums

The University of Iowa Pentacrest Museums feature both permanent and changing exhibits, educational programming, historic research collections care, and special events at the Old Capitol Museum and the Museum of Natural History. 

The University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

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Museum of Natural History

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Old Capitol Museum

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Old Cap

MISSION

We serve to strengthen the vital role of both Museums in the educational, research, and engagement missions of the University, enhancing the campus-wide focus on cultural and environmental diversity.

UIPM upcoming events:

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Study Hall @ the Museum of Natural History

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 12:00pm
Macbride Hall
The Museum of Natural History welcomes students each week for a study session in our galleries. We'll provide snacks, cushions, and ambiance. You bring your planners, textbooks, or assignments. Together, we'll stay ahead of our goals this semester.
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Weaving Connections with the UI Women of Colour Network

Thursday, November 7, 2024 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Stanley Museum of Art
Join the Women of Colour Network in collaboration with The Pentacrest Museums, the Stanley Museum of Art, and Special Collections and Archives to connect with intentionality behind creating and choosing materials in clothing and design. Come together to enjoy food and conversation as we explore traditions of handmaking and embellishment of objects passed down through generations of artisans. Griselda Lopez, a lifelong practitioner of Guatemalan weaving will facilitate a workshop on simple...