FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is there an admission fee to the Art Center?

Admission to both the Art Center on Grand Avenue and the Art Center Downtown is free of charge, except for special events.

Is the Art Center handicapped accessible?

Yes. The Art Center on Grand is handicapped accessible and all of the galleries are accessible by elevator. The Art Center Downtown is accessible through the front entrance of the Wells Fargo Financial building on Walnut, or by the Wells Fargo skywalk and elevators.

Can I submit artwork for an exhibition at the Art Center?

Our exhibition schedule is booked several years in advance.

To submit your work for consideration, please mail a cover letter, artist’s statement, resume, and visual materials (slides, photocopies, CD or DVD) to:

Curator
Des Moines Art Center
4700 Grand Avenue
Des Moines, Iowa 50312-2099
Tel 515.277.4405
Fax 515.271.0357

If you would like your materials returned, you must provide a self addressed stamped envelope. Please note, it may take several months to receive a reply.

Does the Art Center provide appraisal services?

No.

To find an appraiser in your area, please contact:
American Society of Appraisers
1.800.272.8258

Does the Art Center provide art conservation services?

No. We recommend that you contact:

Midwest Art Conservation Center
Minneapolis Institute of Arts
2400 Third Avenue South
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55404
612.870.3120