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

Melda B. Shippey: MONA collection artwork

Posted on February 23, 2017February 26, 2017 by Maggie Pierson

1912, David City, Nebraska Melda B. Shippey Old Things oil on board n.d. Gift of the Artist Accession No: 1988.30 (click image for full view)

Betty Sieler: MONA collection artwork

Posted on February 23, 2017January 6, 2021 by Maggie Pierson

Growing Form ink 1977-1978 Gift of Norman & Jane Geske Accession No: 1994.12 (click image for full view)

William E, Shopher: MONA collection artwork

Posted on February 23, 2017April 6, 2017 by Maggie Pierson

1926 – William E. Shopher George Slept Here? silver print (7/20) c. 1987 9½ × 13″ Gift of Association of Nebraska Art Clubs – 1987 Accession No: 1988.29 (click image for full view)

Gary Day: MONA collection artwork

Posted on February 22, 2017February 26, 2017 by Maggie Pierson

1950, Great Falls, Montana – Gary Day Lao Tzu’s New Wheel archival digital lenticular print (11/11) 2010 Gift of Nebraska Arts Council, Governor’s Arts Award – 2010 Accession No: 2010.14 (click image for full view)

Michael J. Smith: MONA collection artwork

Posted on February 22, 2017October 2, 2018 by Maggie Pierson

1936, Schuyler, Nebraska – 2005, Edwardsville, Illinois Michael J. Smith Marsden Hartley in New Mexico IV mixed media on paper 1994 10¾ × 14½” Gift of Norman Geske Accession No: 2006.13 (click image for full view) Michael J. Smith #34 Ta Chuang, Great Power, (He Conquers Who Conquers Himself) Variation #1 collage 2000 13 × Read More

Elizabeth J. Peak: MONA collection artwork

Posted on February 22, 2017February 26, 2017 by Maggie Pierson

1952, Fort Belvoir, Virginia – Elizabeth J. Peak Cloud Shadow II color etching, three plates (10/25) 2011 14¼ × 19″ Gift of Artist Accession No: 2016.50.01 (click image for full view) Elizabeth J. Peak Fields South East color etching (10/20) 2011 14 × 18¼” Gift of Artist Accession No: 2016.50.02 (click image for full view) Read More

Ward Schumaker: MONA collection artwork

Posted on February 22, 2017May 4, 2017 by Maggie Pierson

1943, Omaha, Nebraska – Ward Schumaker Untitled (woman) charcoal, oil wash on matboard n.d. 34¼ × 27½” Gift of Jim & Judy Wigton Accession No: 2015.01.14 (click image for full view) Ward Schumaker Patricia’s Eight Year Old Dream Presence etching (1/1) n.d. 12 × 17¾” Gift of Jim & Judy Wigton Accession No: 2015.01.13 Read More

Louise Easterday Mundy: MONA collection artwork

Posted on February 20, 2017April 14, 2021 by Maggie Pierson

1870, Nokomis, Illinois – 1952, Lincoln, Nebraska Louise Easterday Mundy Untitled (landscape) color lithograph (84/180) n.d. 16½ × 21½” Gift of Lincoln Artists’ Guild Accession No: 2008.25.09 (click image for full view) Louise Easterday Mundy Corn Pitcher watercolor 1942 15 × 18″ Gift of John & Virginia Skold Accession No: 2016.14.01 (click image for full Read More

S. Augustus Mitchell, Jr.: MONA collection artwork

Posted on February 20, 2017July 29, 2021 by Maggie Pierson

1826 – 1882 S. Augustus Mitchell, Jr. Map of Kansas, Nebraska and Colorado. Showing also the Southern portion of Dacotah. handcolored engraving 1860-1861 30 × 36″ Gift of Fraser & Jourdan Houston in honor of Gary Zaruba Accession No: NA 2016.45.01 (click image for full view)

Sandi McKenzie: MONA collection artwork

Posted on February 17, 2017February 26, 2017 by Maggie Pierson

Sandi McKenzie Narrow Minds #1 terra cotta 1991 Gift of Michael James Poland Accession No: 1994.02 (click image for full view)

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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

Melda B. Shippey: MONA collection artwork

Betty Sieler: MONA collection artwork

William E, Shopher: MONA collection artwork

Gary Day: MONA collection artwork

Michael J. Smith: MONA collection artwork

Elizabeth J. Peak: MONA collection artwork

Ward Schumaker: MONA collection artwork

Louise Easterday Mundy: MONA collection artwork

S. Augustus Mitchell, Jr.: MONA collection artwork

Sandi McKenzie: 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