Dubuque Museum of Art Presents Family Art Carnival

For Immediate Release
Contact: Kay Schroeder
Events & Marketing Manager
(563) 557-1851

Free Family Event Planned for August 11 in Washington Park in Downtown Dubuque

August 1, 2018 (DUBUQUE, IA) – Families will have one more opportunity to enjoy the final weeks of summer during a creative community event hosted by the Dubuque Museum of Art (DuMA).

The DuMA will present its Family Art Carnival on Saturday, August 11, 2018 from Noon-4 p.m. in Washington Park, located across from the Museum. The free, family-oriented event is held in conjunction with the Museum's ongoing Second Saturday series, sponsored by Mediacom.

Additional support is provided by U.S. Bank and Runde Auto Group.

The event will feature outdoor art activities and games, an inflatable bounce house and miniature ponies, family art studio adventures and ice cream treats, along with tours of current exhibitions. Hy-Vee Grill items will be available for purchase.

Please contact DuMA Marketing and Events Manager Kay Schroeder for additional details.

About the Dubuque Museum of Art

The Dubuque Museum of Art (DuMA), founded in 1874 and accredited by the American Alliance of Museums in 2004, is Iowa’s oldest cultural institution. Named a national affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution in 2016, DuMA’s mission is to excite, engage and serve diverse communities within the Tri-State area through our collections, exhibitions and educational programs. We connect generations of people to their cultural heritage and exceptional art.

DuMA is located across from Washington Park in historic downtown Dubuque at 7th and Locust Streets. Museum hours are Tuesday–Friday 10:00 A.M.-5:00 P.M., Saturday & Sunday 1:00 P.M.-4:00 P.M. The museum is closed on Mondays. Daily admission rates are: $6 Adults, $5 Seniors, and $3 College/University Students. The museum is free on Thursdays, and those 18 and younger receive free admission every day, thanks to Prudential Financial. Website: www.dbqart.com

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