The faculty and staff of the Arts & Humanities department invite you to visit the Iowa Hall Art Gallery, and experience the visual arts at the heart of main campus, through our regularly curated exhibits.
To learn more about the Arts and Humanities areas of study offered at Kirkwood, or more about the art works throughout campus, please visit the Kirkwood Arts & Humanities department.
Sept. 2 – Sept. 26, 2025
Kai Plews is a photographer and educator from Iowa City. He is a fine art and commercial photographer with a specialization in traditional and alternative photographic processes. An Iowa native, Kai earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts in photography from the University of South Dakota and his Master of Fine Arts from the University of Iowa.
His work deals with the intersection of rural communities with the socio-economic and environmental impacts of agribusiness. Kai is a strong supporter of environmental and social justice especially as it relates to rural and disenfranchised communities.
Kai has a strong commitment to access in education, and is excited to continue that mission as a photography and design instructor at Kirkwood Community College.
Artist Reception: 3:30 to 5 p.m. on Sept. 4
Free and open to the public. Refreshments provided open house style.
Artist Reception: 3:30 to 5 p.m. on Oct. 9
Free and open to the public. Refreshments provided open house style.
Artist Reception: 3:30 to 5 p.m. on Nov. 13
Free and open to the public. Refreshments provided open house style.
Please note: If you visit the Iowa Hall Art Gallery between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. and the gallery appears closed, please call the Arts & Humanities office at 319-398-4913. We will be happy to open the gallery for you.
Iowa Hall Gallery is free and open to all. Hours are subject to change.
Spring 2025
Fall 2024
The faculty and staff of the Arts & Humanities department have an exciting slate of music and theatre performances you won't want to miss! All performances take place in Ballantyne Auditorium unless otherwise noted.
For more information on Kirkwood Visual and Performing Arts, contact us at:
Arts & Humanities
3040 Cedar Hall
319-398-4913
arts@kirkwood.edu