Art Works at Joslyn Art Museum

Art Works for the Community

Art Works at Joslyn Art Museum

A World of Discovery Inspires Artistic Expression

Art Works is a revitalized space within the iconic 1930s-era Joslyn Art museum designed to inspire imagination and creativity. Once a dark, closed and unused library archive area in the lower level, the new creativity center now welcomes children of all ages into a bright world of discovery. Cut through a three-foot thick wall, the entry corridor and archway seamlessly blends the historical context of the surrounding and renovated spaces.

Imagination Stations Fuel Creativity

A relatively small space, its curved, fluid design invites big ideas in a limitless world of imagination at nine different creative activity stations, named for members of the Weitz family, the generous donors behind the project. The kid-friendly stations (with names like "Charlie's Observation Station" and "Curiosity Corner,") tie to actual collections and exhibits at the museum. Each station features custom design details, providing visitors with a chance to exercise their artistic expression and interact with art in a new way. A variety of digital art stations offers budding artists the opportunity to paint with touch screens and write and illustrate individualized stories that incorporate existing works of art.

Art Works for the Community
Client
Joslyn Art Museum
Location

Omaha, NE
United States

Size
1,500 SF (139 m²)
Markets
Subservices

Awards

IDEA Awards, Honor Award (2015)
Innovative Use of Space Category
International Interior Design Association, Great Plains Chapter
Honor Award (2015)
Interiors Category
American Institute of Architects, Nebraska Chapter
IDEA Awards (2015)
Education Category
International Interior Design Association, Great Plains Chapter