Exhibition: “Iowa Artists 2025: Ben Millett”

“Iowa Artists 2025” features the work of quilt maker Ben Millett. Based in Des Moines, Millett’s approach to textiles is literally multi-layered, employing traditional quilting techniques to create works that combine original patterns, a bright palette, and visual nods to Queer iconography and activism. This exhibition will feature various types of Millett’s textile art, including large quilts, garments, multi-paneled fabric collages, and an artist’s book made from fabric. This will be the first solo exhibition of quilted art in the history of the Des Moines Art Center. “Iowa Artists 2025: Ben Millett” is co-curated by Art Center Senior Curator Laura Burkhalter and Ben Millett.   Support for this exhibition is provided by: O’Brien Courage and Hope Foundation Mike Simonson Museum Hours: Monday Closed Tuesday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Wednesday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Thursday 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Friday 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday 10am - 5pm Join us for the opening celebration of “Iowa Artists 2025: Ben Millett" on Friday, July 25, from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Bring family and friends to kick off the evening with complimentary hors d’oeuvres and desserts from The Tangerine Food Company. Beer, wine, and a specialty cocktail (Lavender Vodka Lemonade) available for purchase. Remarks from Kelly Baum, John and Mary Pappajohn Director and CEO, will take place at 6 p.m. This event is free; registration is not required. This event will be documented with photography.