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Spirit: A Celebration of Art in the Heartland 2018

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Discover the story behind the Art of Nebraska

MUSEUM OF NEBRASKA ART

DISCOVER THE STORY BEHIND THE ART OF NEBRASKA

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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

Jean Jessie Baker

Posted on January 14, 2019 by Gina Garden

1903, Arcadia, Nebraska ‒ 1944, Los Angeles, California Nebraska born, Jean Jessie Baker had relocated to Los Angeles by the time she was age 13, where she had a distinguished reputation as a portrait and poster painter. She also carved out a place in the Los Angeles community as a poet and violinist. Her art Read More

Dana Fritz: MONA collection artwork

Posted on December 6, 2018December 6, 2018 by Rick Schuessler

1970, Kansas City, Missouri- Dana Fritz, Lava and Fog archival pigment print (3/13) n.d. 10 × 4″ Nebraska Arts Council, Governor’s Arts Awards – 2018 Accession No: 2018.15.01 (click image for full view)

Hettie-Marie Andrews: MONA collection artwork

Posted on December 6, 2018December 6, 2018 by Rick Schuessler

1917, Duluth, Minnesota – 2000, Hannibal, Missouri Hettie-Marie Andrews The Brothers pastel c. 1958 29½ × 15½” Gift of Ruth & James H. Keene III Accession No: 2012.16 (click image for full view)

John Janzan: MONA collection artwork

Posted on December 4, 2018 by Maggie Pierson

1903, Omaha, Nebraska – 1963, Omaha, Nebraska John Janzan Red Vansk Pitcher oil 1961 Gift of Joslyn Art Museum Accession No. 1986.50 (click image for full view)

George Clement: MONA collection artwork

Posted on November 20, 2018November 20, 2018 by Rick Schuessler

1900- George Clement Nebraska Hills oil on linen n.d. 33¾ × 29½” Gift of the Clement Family Accession No: 2018.26.01 (click image for full view) George Clement Colorado River Road oil on linen 1988 27× 42″ Gift of the Clement Family Accession No: 2018.26.02 (click image for full view) George Clement Thunder Head oil on Read More

Grant Reynard: MONA collection gallery

Posted on November 13, 2018April 20, 2022 by Rick Schuessler

1887, Grand Island, Nebraska – 1968, Leonia, New Jersey Biographical sketch of artist Grant Reynard (Click on thumbnail images for large view.) Return to Grant Reynard page I Return to Grant Reynard page II

Grant Reynard: MONA collection artwork II

Posted on November 8, 2018October 18, 2023 by Maggie Pierson

1887, Grand Island, Nebraska – 1968, Leonia, New Jersey Biographical sketch of artist Grant Reynard Return to Grant Reynard artwork page I Grant Reynard The Bath etching (?/100) n.d. Museum Purchase made possible by Jane Wilcox Accession No: 1982.26.0098 (click image for full view) Grant Reynard The Bath (sketch) graphite n.d. 10 × 7¾” Museum Read More

Robin Smith: MONA collection artwork

Posted on November 6, 2018November 6, 2018 by Rick Schuessler

1942, Boston, Massachusetts – Robin Smith Untitled (still life with blue and white tablecloth) oil on canvas n.d. 36¼ × 48″ Gift of Ray Graham Accession No: 2018.29.13 (click image for full view) Robin Smith Quince oil on board 2000 12½ × 21″ Gift of Ray Graham Accession No: 2018.29.14 (click image for full view)

Franz Brown: MONA collection artwork

Posted on November 6, 2018October 17, 2022 by Rick Schuessler

1950, Yonkers, New York – 2019, Sioux Falls, South Dakota Franz Brown East of Waterville (Kansas) oil on board n.d. 6 × 9″ Gift of Ray Graham Accession No: 2018.29.12 (click image for full view)

Wright Morris: MONA collection gallery

Posted on October 23, 2018November 14, 2019 by Maggie Pierson

1910, Central City, Nebraska – 1998, Mill Valley, California Biographical sketch of artist Wright Morris (Click on thumbnail images for large view.)

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1	2	3	4 The Art of Well-Being Series Presents: The Art of Presence – Yoga with Lori Cody The Art of Well-Being Series Presents: The Art of Presence – Yoga with Lori Cody Starts: 10:00 am Ends: June 4, 2025 - 11:15 am Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: The Art of Well-Being Series Presents: The Art of Presence – Yoga with Lori Cody Founders Gallery June 4, 11, 18, 25, 2025 \| 10:00 – 11:15 AM Cost per class: $10 members \| $15 non-members \| Registration requested A unique experience blending yoga with MONA’s artwork to cultivate mindfulness and deep connection through movement and visual storytelling. Open to individuals ages 15 and up. Class size limited to 12. Register Here More details... •	5	6	7
8	9	10	11 The Art of Well-Being Series Presents: The Art of Presence – Yoga with Lori Cody The Art of Well-Being Series Presents: The Art of Presence – Yoga with Lori Cody Starts: 10:00 am Ends: June 11, 2025 - 11:15 am Description: The Art of Well-Being Series Presents: The Art of Presence – Yoga with Lori Cody Founders Gallery June 11, 18, 25, 2025 \| 10:00 – 11:15 AM Cost per class: $10 members \| $15 non-members \| Registration requested A unique experience blending yoga with MONA’s artwork to cultivate mindfulness and deep connection through movement and visual storytelling. Open to individuals ages 15 and up. Class size limited to 12. Register Here More details... ART AFTER DARK: “Hin Ska“ Fangs of the Plains Region with Steve Tamayo ART AFTER DARK: “Hin Ska“ Fangs of the Plains Region with Steve Tamayo Starts: 7:00 pm Ends: June 11, 2025 - 9:00 pm Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: ART AFTER DARK: “Hin Ska“ Fangs of the Plains Region with Steve Tamayo Founders Gallery Wednesday, June 11, 2025 \| 7:00-9:00 PM FREE; however, registration is requested. This presentation by Steve Tamayo, a member of the Sicangu Lakota tribe, will explain the Dentaluim Shell adornment of the Plains Region. Commonly used by Native American artists and anthropologists, these tooth or tusk shells were and are used in indigenous jewelry and adornment. The Lakota People have been making adornments out of shells from the West Coast since the mid-1800s. Register Here More details... • •	12 Plein Air on the Bricks with Lois Smith Plein Air on the Bricks with Lois Smith Starts: 9:00 am Ends: June 12, 2025 - 11:30 am Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: Plein Air on the Bricks with Lois Smith Meet outside the Museum to paint the scenery of DowntownKearney, weather permitting. June 12 \| 9:00 – 11:30 AM 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. Who It Is For Anyone interested in exploring plein air painting. Somepainting experience will be helpful. 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... •	13	14
15	16	17 Open Studio at MONA Open Studio at MONA Starts: 1:00 pm Ends: June 17, 2025 - 5:00 pm Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: OPEN STUDIO Community Studio June 3, 17, 24, 2025 \| 1:00-5:00 PM Free Event Limited to 25 participants \| No Instruction Bring your own art supplies, or use the supplies and art prompt provided. More details... •	18 The Art of Well-Being Series Presents: The Art of Presence – Yoga with Lori Cody The Art of Well-Being Series Presents: The Art of Presence – Yoga with Lori Cody Starts: 10:00 am Ends: June 18, 2025 - 11:15 am Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: The Art of Well-Being Series Presents: The Art of Presence – Yoga with Lori Cody Founders Gallery June 418, 25, 2025 \| 10:00 – 11:15 AM Cost per class: $10 members \| $15 non-members \| Registration requested A unique experience blending yoga with MONA’s artwork to cultivate mindfulness and deep connection through movement and visual storytelling. Open to individuals ages 15 and up. Class size limited to 12. Register Here More details... •	19	20	21 MONA MAKERS DAY: An Afternoon of Family Fun - Save the Date! MONA MAKERS DAY: An Afternoon of Family Fun - Save the Date! Starts: 1:00 pm Ends: June 21, 2025 - 4:00 pm Description: An afternoon of FREE Family Fun - More details to come! More details... •
22	23	24 Open Studio at MONA Open Studio at MONA Starts: 1:00 pm Ends: June 24, 2025 - 5:00 pm Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: OPEN STUDIO Community Studio June 3, 17, 24, 2025 \| 1:00-5:00 PM Free Event Limited to 25 participants \| No Instruction Bring your own art supplies, or use the supplies and art prompt provided. More details... •	25 The Art of Well-Being Series Presents: The Art of Presence – Yoga with Lori Cody The Art of Well-Being Series Presents: The Art of Presence – Yoga with Lori Cody Starts: 10:00 am Ends: June 25, 2025 - 11:15 am Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: The Art of Well-Being Series Presents: The Art of Presence – Yoga with Lori Cody Founders Gallery June 25, 2025 \| 10:00 – 11:15 AM Cost per class: $10 members \| $15 non-members \| Registration requested A unique experience blending yoga with MONA’s artwork to cultivate mindfulness and deep connection through movement and visual storytelling. Open to individuals ages 15 and up. Class size limited to 12. Register Here More details... •	26	27	28 ARTisTRY-MIXED MEDIA COLLAGE WORKSHOP with Marcia Bauerle ARTisTRY-MIXED MEDIA COLLAGE WORKSHOP with Marcia Bauerle Starts: 10:00 am Ends: June 28, 2025 - 4:00 pm Location: MONA, 2401 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Description: ARTisTRY-MIXED MEDIA COLLAGE WORKSHOP with Marcia Bauerle June 28, 2025. 10:00 AM-12:00 PM \| 1:00-4:00 (break for lunch) $100 members \| $115 non-members (class size is limited) This class explores acrylic collage with emphasis on composition, quality of application, and creative freedom. Practice your understanding of the elements and principles of art and how they affect the aesthetics of composition. Using prompts, ephemera, and our own artwork, you will create postcard-size collages. Various techniques for creating special papers and collage elements will be offered. Wear painty clothes and be ready for magic! All supplies provided; however, please feel free to bring photocopies of favorite pictures, pieces of old paintings, ribbons, receipts, and other ephemera, favorite paints, brushes, substrates as desired. Register Here More details... •
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