Entartete Nacht: Degenerate Art & Music
Friday, April 24, 2026 (10:00 AM - 10:00 PM) (CDT)
Description
Step into a gallery transformed, featuring period Nazi propaganda posters from the era that illustrate the climate of censorship surrounding the infamous Entartete Kunst exhibition of 1937.
Surrounding this historical context, students’ artwork of today will be displayed, offering a contemporary response and sparking thoughtful dialogue on artistic freedom. Guided discussions invite visitors of all ages to reflect on the impact of silencing artists and the enduring value of art and artistic expression.
Live Concert: 8 PM | Free & Open to the Public
Join us in the evening for what will truly be an Art Center Jazz Night to remember. We'll be celebrating the life and work of Django Reinhardt and his conception of jazz, also known as Gypsy jazz. Hear great music and learn about the fascinating life of this iconic figure.
In keeping with the exhibit's theme, we'll also explore the seeming contradiction of Django's popularity with the occupation forces during WWII—a jazz-playing gypsy, both deemed "degenerate."
This event is more than a showcase of art and music. It’s a commentary on artistic freedom, a spark for dialogue about the dangers of censorship, and a meaningful lead-in to Burlington Public Library’s upcoming Americans and the Holocaust exhibit from the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.
Don’t miss this one-night journey through history, art, and music.
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Art Center of Burlington
301 Jefferson St
Burlington, IA 52601-5333 United States
301 Jefferson St
Burlington, IA 52601-5333 United States
Friday, April 24, 2026 (10:00 AM - 10:00 PM)
(CDT)
Categories
Downtown Burlington
Open to the Public
Entertainment
Arts & Crafts
Downtown Burlington
Open to the Public
Entertainment
Arts & Crafts
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