Discover Free Education Resources Online

April 7, 2020  |   Initiatives
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Share stories of diversity, equality, inclusion and equity. Greater Des Moines Public Art Foundation presents online resources that will catalyze community conversations that can result in a shared, and fuller, understanding of our common history — and common bonds.

Discover multidisciplinary themes to support classroom teachers and family learning. Public art resources connect to the Common Core Curriculum and Iowa Early Learning Standards for pre-K to 12 students.

This whimsical, oversize gardener’s trowel titled “Plantoir” created by artists Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen, was designed specifically for outdoor viewing in a garden setting. It is sited at the west entrance to downtown Des Moines, on the grounds of Meredith Corporation.

PLANTOIR BY CLAES OLDENBUG AND COOSJE VAN BRUGGEN

Explore more free educational resources which are all available to you through the Greater Des Moines Public Art Foundation website.