MONA

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The Museum of Nebraska Art showcases dynamic exhibitions featuring works from MONA’s esteemed permanent collection alongside powerful creations by contemporary artists. As the only museum in the state solely dedicated to championing the art and artists of Nebraska, MONA has redefined its visitor experience with new exhibition spaces, enlarged areas for public programming, enhanced amenities, and improved accessibility.

2401 Central Avenue, downtown Kearney, NE.
Tuesday-Saturday: 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Closed Mondays and major holidays

FREE ADMISSION

ARTreach

MONA’s ARTreach program provides exhibitions to various communities throughout Nebraska. The ARTreach fees include delivery to the exhibition venue, installation of the show, labels and didactics, educational support as needed, and deinstallation and return to MONA after the exhibition’s close. With professional assistance in managing the exhibition each step of the way, ARTreach exhibitions share MONA’s collection with a variety of venues across the state. To learn more about ARTreach, please call the Museum at (308) 865-8559.

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.

Feature Exhibitions

Leonard Thiessen: MONA Collection Gallery

Posted on May 17, 2017November 30, 2022 by Maggie Pierson

1902, Omaha, Nebraska – 1989, Omaha, Nebraska Biographical sketch of artist Leonard Thiessen (click on thumbnail images for large view.) Return to Leonard Thiessen page I Return to Leonard Thiessen page II

Jimmy Ernst: MONA collection artwork

Posted on May 8, 2017September 21, 2022 by Maggie Pierson

1920, Cologne, Germany – 1984, New York, New York Jimmy Ernst Untitled acrylic on rice paper 1959 15 x 20″ Gift of Anonymous Donor Accession No: 2017.11.01 (click image for full view)

Francisco Souto: MONA collection artwork

Posted on May 8, 2017July 28, 2020 by Maggie Pierson

1973, Merida, Venezuela – Francisco Souto There is no food acrylic, graphite mounted on panel 2016 23 x 96″ Museum Purchase made possible by Tom & Sue Tallman Accession No: 2017.10.01 (click image for full view) Francisco Souto El Otro, El Mismo (The Self, and the Other) VI graphite, tempera 2006 21 x 29¼” Gift Read More

Claudia Alvarez: MONA collection artwork

Posted on May 8, 2017February 9, 2018 by Maggie Pierson

1969, Monterrey, Mexico – Claudia Alvarez Dormida with Flowers gesso, watercolor on ceramic with glazed porcelain flowers 2016 9 x 43 x 48″ Museum Purchase made possible by Cliff & Mary Hillegass Trusts Accession No: 2017.09.01 (click image for full view)

J. Marlene Mueller: MONA collection artwork

Posted on May 8, 2017January 25, 2018 by Maggie Pierson

1948, Dayton, Ohio – J. Marlene Mueller Boundaries I acrylic on canvas 1992 28 × 63″ Gift of the Artist Accession No: 2017.04.01 (click image for full view) J. Marlene Mueller The Book of Bad Things-Volume 3, Society – Forceful Nature linocut (1/4) 1998 7 × 5¼” Gift of Nebraska Women’s Caucus for Art Accession Read More

Eddie Dominguez: MONA collection artwork

Posted on May 7, 2017March 28, 2019 by Maggie Pierson

1957, Tucumcari, New Mexico – Eddie Dominguez Diane’s Gems low fired ceramics, lusters 2003 Gift of Carl & Jane Rohman Accession No: 2004.15 (click image for full view) Download the free MONA App to hear about other artworks

Ludvig Petersen: MONA collection artwork

Posted on May 4, 2017May 4, 2017 by Maggie Pierson

1865, Kjeldernes, Denmark – 1934, Nysted, Nebraska Ludvig Petersen A Good Day’s Work ink 1920 Gift of Marjorie Freas, daughter of the Artist Accession No: 1994.34 (click image for full view)

Steve Sinner: MONA collection artwork

Posted on May 4, 2017May 4, 2017 by Maggie Pierson

1942, Omaha, Nebraska – Steve Sinner Ant Farm IV wood, gold leaf 2015 25½ × 13″ Gift of Van & Jan Korell Accession No: 2016.18.01 (click image for full view)

Ida B. Tibbles: MONA collection artwork

Posted on May 4, 2017January 25, 2018 by Maggie Pierson

1869 – 1958 Ida B. Tibbles J. Laurie Wallace Studio oil on board c. 1914 Gift of Anonymous Donor to Joslyn Art Museum. Transfer to Museum of Nebraska Art, 1995. Accession No: NA 1995.29.85 (click image for full view) Ida B. Tibbles Art Scrapbook scrap book: magazine clippings c. 1880s Bequest of Grace Stenberg to Read More

Isabella Byrne Threlkeld: MONA collection artwork

Posted on May 4, 2017March 5, 2019 by Maggie Pierson

1922, Omaha, Nebraska – 2012, Omaha, Nebraska Isabella Byrne Threlkeld Elkhorn River oil on unprimed canvas c. 1988-1989 60 x 60″ Gift of the Artist Accession No: 1990.14 (click image for full view) Isabella Byrne Threlkeld The Book of Bad Things-Volume 3, Society – Greed linocut (1/4) 1998 7 × 5¼” Gift of Nebraska Women’s Read More

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	July 2025
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		1 Open Studio Open Studio Starts: 12:00 am Ends: July 1, 2025 - 11:59 pm Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: Open Studio Community Studio Bring your own art supplies, or use the supplies and art prompt provided to create your own artwork. July 1, 8, 15, 29, 2025 (Studio closed July 22) \| 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Free Event Limited to 25 participants \| No Instruction Bring your own art supplies, or use the supplies and art prompt provided. More details... MONA Book Club MONA Book Club Starts: 10:30 am Ends: July 1, 2025 - 11:30 am Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: MONA Book Club Gary E. Zaruba Library For avid readers whose interests lie in authors from Nebraska, or reading about Nebraska or art are welcome and may join at any time. July 1 \| 10:30-11:30 AM – Woman On Fire by Lisa Barr FREE Event More details... • •	2	3	4	5
6	7	8 Open Studio Open Studio Starts: 12:00 am Ends: July 8, 2025 - 11:59 pm Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: Open Studio Community Studio Bring your own art supplies, or use the supplies and art prompt provided to create your own artwork. July 8, 15, 29, 2025 (Studio closed July 22) \| 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Free Event Limited to 25 participants \| No Instruction Bring your own art supplies, or use the supplies and art prompt provided. More details... •	9	10 Plein Air on the Bricks with Lois Smith Plein Air on the Bricks with Lois Smith Starts: 9:00 am Ends: July 10, 2025 - 11:00 am Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: Plein Air on the Bricks with LoisSmith Meet outside the Museum to paint the scenery of DowntownKearney, weather permitting. For anyone interested in exploring plein air painting. Some painting experience will be helpful. July 10 \| 9:00 – 11:30 AM Limited to 10 participants with a set minimum* Cost: $30 members / $35 non-members Open to individuals ages 15 and up. If you have watercolor supplies, please bring them withyou. Suggested supplies are: 140lb watercolor paper 9x12 at minimum At least 3 brushes - the larger the better Watercolor paints - whatever you have Sun hat Register Here More details... •	11	12
13	14	15 Open Studio Open Studio Starts: 12:00 am Ends: July 15, 2025 - 11:59 pm Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: Open Studio Community Studio Bring your own art supplies, or use the supplies and art prompt provided to create your own artwork. July 15, 29, 2025 (Studio closed July 22) \| 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Free Event Limited to 25 participants \| No Instruction Bring your own art supplies, or use the supplies and art prompt provided. More details... The Art of Well-Being Series: Finding Calm and Building Resilience – An Introduction to Mindfulness with Theresa Ritta-Olson The Art of Well-Being Series: Finding Calm and Building Resilience – An Introduction to Mindfulness with Theresa Ritta-Olson Starts: 1:00 pm Ends: July 15, 2025 - 4:00 pm Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: The Art of Well-Being Series Presents: Finding Calm and Building Resilience – An Introduction to Mindfulness with Theresa Ritta-Olson Join us in the Founders Gallery at MONA for a reflective, hands-on introduction to self-care, mindfulness, and resilience. This event will feature guided practices and a mindful art museum experience. July 15 \| 1:00-4:00 pm Ages 15+ \| Space is limited to 25 participants $20 members / $25 non-members Register Here More details... • •	16	17	18	19
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27	28	29 Open Studio Open Studio Starts: 12:00 am Ends: July 29, 2025 - 11:59 pm Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: Open Studio Community Studio Bring your own art supplies, or use the supplies and art prompt provided to create your own artwork. July 29, 2025 (Studio closed July 22) \| 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Free Event Limited to 25 participants \| No Instruction Bring your own art supplies, or use the supplies and art prompt provided. More details... •	30 Demonstration Series: Eco Printing with Jane Marie Demonstration Series: Eco Printing with Jane Marie Starts: 1:30 pm Ends: July 30, 2025 - 3:30 pm Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: Demonstration Series: Eco Printing with Jane Marie Eco printing is a natural dyeing technique that uses leaves, flowers, and other plant materials to create patterns and colors on fabric or paper. The exact method and materials used can vary, but the result is a unique, one-of-a-kind print that captures the beauty of nature. Wednesday, July 30th \| 1:30-3:30 Open to all Ages \| Free however registration is required Register Here More details... •	31

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PROGRAMS

Leonard Thiessen: MONA Collection Gallery

Jimmy Ernst: MONA collection artwork

Francisco Souto: MONA collection artwork

Claudia Alvarez: MONA collection artwork

J. Marlene Mueller: MONA collection artwork

Eddie Dominguez: MONA collection artwork

Ludvig Petersen: MONA collection artwork

Steve Sinner: MONA collection artwork

Ida B. Tibbles: MONA collection artwork

Isabella Byrne Threlkeld: MONA collection artwork

Open Studio

MONA Book Club

Open Studio

Open Studio

The Art of Well-Being Series Presents: Finding Calm and Building Resilience – An Introduction to Mindfulness with Theresa Ritta-Olson

Open Studio

Demonstration Series: Eco Printing with Jane Marie