MONA

See…art representing the work of artist-explorers like George Catlin; early Nebraskans Robert Henri and J. Laurie Wallace; modern era artists Grant Reynard and John Falter, and artists of today.

Robert Henri
Portrait of Miss Eulabee Dix (Becker)
in Wedding Gown
oil on canvas, 1910
The Museum of Nebraska Art (MONA) celebrates the history of Nebraska’s visual art for diverse audiences. MONA collects, preserves, researches, exhibits, and interprets the work of artists who were born, lived, trained, or worked in Nebraska or who created artworks that reflect the culture of Nebraska.

Barbara Takenaga
Red and Pink
acrylic on dried roses on wood panel, 2005
MONA’s permanent collection reflects nearly 200 years of history through works by artists of local, national, and international acclaim.

John James Audubon
Hooping Crane-Young (Sandhill Crane)
handcolored lithograph
double elephant folio size, 1835
Dedicated to telling the story of Nebraska through the art of Nebraska, enjoy a close encounter with art that reflects and enhances the Nebraska experience.

Ernest Ochsner
Lincoln Creek, Summer Storm
oil on linen, 1996
The permanent collection contains over 6,000 works by artists of regional, national, and international importance. MONA is housed in a 1911 building listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Travel through time, take in all of the beautiful sights, immerse yourself in history, and become a part of the art.

Thomas Worthington Whittredge
Cattle Grazing Along the Platte
oil on canvas, 1871
Celebrating Nebraska’s artistic culture and heritage by collecting and preserving, exhibiting and interpreting the art of Nebraska.

John Falter
Threshing Crew
oil on canvas, 1980

Discover the story behind the Art of Nebraska

MUSEUM OF NEBRASKA ART

DISCOVER THE STORY BEHIND THE ART OF NEBRASKA

VISIT

Housed in a 1911 NeoClassical building and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, MONA’s permanent collection numbers nearly 6,000 works by artists of regional, national, and international acclaim. Whether you are online or on our doorstep, there is always something new to do and see. HOURS

EXHIBITIONS

The Museum of Nebraska Art is the only museum exclusively dedicated to telling the story of Nebraska through the art of Nebraska and by extension the story of America. We welcome you to explore the rotating exhibitions in our 11 galleries throughout the year. CURRENT EXHIBITIONS

PROGRAMS

MONA serves as a catalyst for visitor learning and enjoyment through its exhibitions, docent-led tours, hands-on workshops, and artist talks bringing the art of Nebraska to life. Our ARTreach program provides traveling exhibitions to communities all over the state. CURRENT PROGRAMS

Feature Exhibitions

Juxtapositions

Posted on July 20, 2016August 31, 2016 by Gina Garden

May 24 – September 30, 2016 An artist’s selection and manipulation of size, media, and style are vital to the success of an artwork. This exhibition juxtaposes paintings, photographs, sculptures, prints, and fiber works with consistent subject matter to serve as examples of the multi-faceted ways that artists convey meaning and ideas. Works included in Read More

Nebraska Now: Watie White, Prints

Posted on July 10, 2016August 31, 2016 by Gina Garden

July 9 – October 2, 2016 Painter, printmaker, and public artist Watie White focuses within his artwork on narratives of the “absurd and obvious” or those that are “socially engaged.” White, an Omaha based artist, brings to MONA his large-scale public art linocut portraits as well as studio-based single-block woodcuts of detailed landscapes. Artist Talk Read More

Optical Chronicle

Posted on June 30, 2016August 31, 2016 by Gina Garden

July 19, 2016 – April 15, 2017 In his book A World of Art, author Henry M. Sayre discusses the role of the artist in society. He identifies four roles; the first is how artists help us see the world in new and innovative ways. These roles provide the viewer with a touchstone through which Read More

Bil Baird: The Art of Puppetry

Posted on May 20, 2016September 21, 2016 by Gina Garden

September 27, 2016 – January 22, 2017 Bil Baird was born in Grand Island Nebraska and grew up in Mason City, Iowa. In his early teens, Baird began creating puppets and giving performances in his parent’s home. After graduating from the University of Iowa and the Chicago Academy of Fine Arts, he formed the Baird Read More

	September 2016
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				1	2	3 Untutored Life Drawing Untutored Life Drawing Starts: 10:00 am Ends: September 3, 2016 - 12:00 pm Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: Untutored Life Drawing These Saturday morning monthly untutored life drawing sessions, aimed at anyone wishing to develop his or her drawing skills, offer access to models in a relaxed atmosphere. No instruction is provided; poses are timed and moderated. Easels, drawing boards, and coffee are provided. Participants bring their own paper and drawing supplies. Saturdays: September 3, 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15, 22 Time: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon Age: 18+ Register by: Friday, September 2 (for September sessions) Register by: Friday, September 30 (for October sessions) Cost: $48 for four monthly sessions (members), $58 (non-members). Fees are non-refundable after classes begin; full payment is required in advance in order to guarantee a stipend for the models. More details... •
4 Thiessen & Berggren: Folk Art Creations in Fiber and Wood - Closing Today Thiessen & Berggren: Folk Art Creations in Fiber and Wood - Closing Today Starts: 1:00 pm Ends: September 4, 2016 - 5:00 pm Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: Thiessen & Berggren: Folk Art Creations in Fiber and Wood On view through September 4, 2016 Fiber artist Jean Thiessen and woodcarver Eric Berggren were 20th century Nebraska folk artists creating important bodies of work during their lifetimes. Thiessen crafted stunning on-edge felt rugs with compositions ranging from a self-portrait to still-life work and abstract designs. Berggren carved small- to large-scale wood sculptures containing narratives of imagined stories, folk tales, or family histories. More details... •	5 Closed Mondays Closed Mondays Starts: 12:00 am Ends: September 5, 2016 - 11:59 pm More details... •	6 MONA’S Not Just A Book, Club MONA’S Not Just A Book, Club Starts: 2:00 pm Ends: September 6, 2016 - 3:00 pm Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, United States Description: MONA’S Not Just A Book, Club Avid readers whose interests lie in authors from Nebraska or reading about Nebraska or art are welcome to these sessions, and may join at any time.. There is no cost. Please call MONA at (308) 865-8559 to register. Participants purchase or borrow their own books. 1st Tuesdays • 10:30 a.m. September 6 – Leaving the Pink House by Ladette Randolph There is no cost. Call (308) 865-8559 to register. More details... •	7	8	9	10 Untutored Life Drawing Untutored Life Drawing Starts: 10:00 am Ends: September 10, 2016 - 12:00 pm Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: Untutored Life Drawing These Saturday morning monthly untutored life drawing sessions, aimed at anyone wishing to develop his or her drawing skills, offer access to models in a relaxed atmosphere. No instruction is provided; poses are timed and moderated. Easels, drawing boards, and coffee are provided. Participants bring their own paper and drawing supplies. Saturdays: September 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15, 22 Time: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon Age: 18+ More details... •
11	12 Closed Mondays Closed Mondays Starts: 12:00 am Ends: September 12, 2016 - 11:59 pm More details... •	13	14	15	16	17 Untutored Life Drawing Untutored Life Drawing Starts: 10:00 am Ends: September 17, 2016 - 12:00 pm Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: Untutored Life Drawing These Saturday morning monthly untutored life drawing sessions, aimed at anyone wishing to develop his or her drawing skills, offer access to models in a relaxed atmosphere. No instruction is provided; poses are timed and moderated. Easels, drawing boards, and coffee are provided. Participants bring their own paper and drawing supplies. Saturdays: September 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15, 22 Time: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon Age: 18+ More details... •
18	19 Closed Mondays Closed Mondays Starts: 12:00 am Ends: September 19, 2016 - 11:59 pm More details... •	20	21	22 Fall Home School Program Fall Home School Program Starts: 11:00 am Ends: September 22, 2016 - 12:30 pm Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: FALL HOME SCHOOL PROGRAM The Fall Home School Program consists of one 1-1/2 hour class once a month. Classes, taking place in the Museum’s galleries and Program Room, are designed to be interactive lessons that encourage students to examine objects and ideas. Through the weeks, the students develop a theme for a project through a variety of sequential activities including discussion, drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture. Thursdays: September 22, October 27, November 17, and December 15. More details... Fall Home School Program Fall Home School Program Starts: 1:30 pm Ends: September 22, 2016 - 3:00 pm Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: FALL HOME SCHOOL PROGRAM The Fall Home School Program consists of one 1-1/2 hour class once a month. Classes, taking place in the Museum’s galleries and Program Room, are designed to be interactive lessons that encourage students to examine objects and ideas. Through the weeks, the students develop a theme for a project through a variety of sequential activities including discussion, drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture. Thursdays: September 22, October 27, November 17, and December 15. More details... Havana Nights! Havana Nights! Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: September 22, 2016 - 9:00 pm Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: Join the MONA Guild for a fun-filled evening with . . . • Hors d’oeuvres • Wine, mojitos and more • Libation Station • Music by Formerly Three Thursday, September 22, 2016 6:30 p.m. MONA’s Outdoor Sculpture Garden To benefit the Museum of Nebraska Art $50 per person Panama hats and casual attire More details... • • •	23	24 Untutored Life Drawing Untutored Life Drawing Starts: 10:00 am Ends: September 24, 2016 - 12:00 pm Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: Untutored Life Drawing These Saturday morning monthly untutored life drawing sessions, aimed at anyone wishing to develop his or her drawing skills, offer access to models in a relaxed atmosphere. No instruction is provided; poses are timed and moderated. Easels, drawing boards, and coffee are provided. Participants bring their own paper and drawing supplies. Saturdays: September 24, October 1, 8, 15, 22 Time: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon Age: 18+ More details... •
25	26 Closed Mondays Closed Mondays Starts: 12:00 am Ends: September 26, 2016 - 11:59 pm More details... •	27 Bil Baird: The Art of Puppetry Bil Baird: The Art of Puppetry Starts: 11:00 am Ends: January 22, 2017 - 5:00 pm Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: Bil Baird: The Art of Puppetry September 27, 2016 – January 22, 2017 Bil Baird was born in Grand Island, Nebraska and grew up in Mason City, Iowa. In his early teens, Baird began creating puppets, giving performances in his parents’ home. The most remembered marionettes from Bil Baird’s 60-year career include “Snarky Parker,” “Elsie the Borden Cow,” and the “The Lonely Goatherd” puppets from “The Sound of Music.” Five charming Baird puppets were recent gifts to the Museum, and comprise the exhibition together with loans from the Charles H. MacNider Museum in Mason City. More details... •	28 Collection Connection - Patrick Drickey: Knowing Kent Bellows Collection Connection - Patrick Drickey: Knowing Kent Bellows Starts: 2:00 pm Ends: September 28, 2016 - 3:00 pm Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: Learn more about art in one-hour presentations by regional experts. Free and open to the public. Patrick Drickey: Knowing Kent Bellows Wednesday: September 28 • 2:00 p.m. Patrick Drickey is a renowned commercial art photographer; his métier is creating panoramic images of the world’s great golf courses. Patrick is also the founder, owner, and director of Gallery 1516 near Omaha’s historic Old Market district, a state-of-the-art exhibition venue. His close friendship with Kent Bellows began while they were at Omaha Burke High School in the 1960s. They both chose to lead aspiring inventive lives, inspiring others to do the same. This presentation is in conjunction with MONA’s recent acquisition of the Kent Bellows painting, Kitchen Counter II (Dirty Dishes II). More details... •	29	30 Juxtapositions Closing Today Juxtapositions Closing Today Starts: 1:00 pm Ends: September 30, 2016 - 5:00 pm Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, United States Description: Juxtapositions May 24 – September 30, 2016 An artist’s selection and manipulation of size, media, and style are vital to the success of an artwork. This exhibition juxtaposes paintings, photographs, sculptures, prints, and fiber works with consistent subject matter to serve as examples of the multi-faceted ways that artists convey meaning and ideas. Works included in are from the MONA collection or borrowed. More details... •