The best arts & culture spots in Dubuque

6 arts & culture spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Dubuque Museum of Art

Arts & Culture

Dubuque Museum of Art is cooking up fresh exhibitions and creative programs in its Millwork District space, with more on the horizon as…

Voices Dupaco Building, 1000 Jackson St Ste 105

“Dubuque Museum of Art is cooking up fresh exhibitions and creative programs in its Millwork District space, with more on the horizon as they build a new arts campus. If you need a low-stress spark this week, pop in for thoughtful shows, experiences, and community events that make Dubuque feel more inspired.”

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The Grand Opera House

Arts & Culture

The Grand Opera House keeps Dubuque’s arts heartbeat steady with crowd-pleasing productions in a historic 1890 theater. The SpongeBob…

135 W 8th St

“The Grand Opera House keeps Dubuque’s arts heartbeat steady with crowd-pleasing productions in a historic 1890 theater. The SpongeBob Musical returns Aug 6-9, with Dear Evan Hansen queued up next, so snag tickets and let your week get a little more dramatic.”

From the Dubuque newsletter, August 5, 2026

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National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium

Arts & Culture

Cafe, aquarium, boatyard, cinema & exhibits exploring life in & around America's riverways.

350 E 3rd St

“Cafe, aquarium, boatyard, cinema & exhibits exploring life in & around America's riverways.”

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Captured on Canvas

Arts & Culture

Studio at Kennedy Mall offering painting classes, plus the chance to make ceramics, candles, and wreaths.

555 John F Kennedy Rd Ste 646

“Studio at Kennedy Mall offering painting classes, plus the chance to make ceramics, candles, and wreaths.”

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Mathias Ham Historic Site

Arts & Culture

Elegant 1856 Victorian mansion with costumed interpretative tours of opulent furnishings & estate.

2241 Lincoln Ave

“Elegant 1856 Victorian mansion with costumed interpretative tours of opulent furnishings & estate.”

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Stonefield Historic Site

Arts & Culture

Reconstructed 19th-century village with a farmhouse, a printing press and a blacksmith shop.

12195 Co Hwy VV (Cassville)

“Reconstructed 19th-century village with a farmhouse, a printing press and a blacksmith shop.”

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