Updated: 1/10/2012 
James & Meryl Hearst Center for the Arts
Cedar Falls, Iowa
Description

Small regional arts center and sculpture garden featuring temporary exhibits and a permanent collection.

Mission

Opening doors to the creative arts and humanities.

History

Originally the home of regional poet, James Schell Hearst, the arts center opened to the public in May of 1989.

Artifact Collections

Works of art by regional artists and sculptors.

Research Collections

Artifacts from the original home of James and Meryl Hearst including copies of his poetry and essays, personal letters, and photographs.

Programs

Two - and three-dimensional studio arts classes for children and adults and writing classes for adults. Ongoing lecture series focusing on contemporary and post-modern visual and literary arts.

Facilities
Auditoriums
Lecture Halls
Performance Areas
Governance

The Hearst Center is under the auspices of the Cultural Division of the City of Cedar Falls, Iowa.

Library

Access:

Appointment required: False

Services
Hearst Center Gift Shop

Come to the Hearst Center Gift Shop and find new and unique items! Email Abby Haigh for more information about the Gift Shop.

Gift Shop
Event Rental
Group Tours
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