AMES — On Jan. 9, the Christian Petersen Art Museum, part of University Museums at Iowa State University, is opening the new spring semester exhibition RED that takes a lens to the color, it’s influence in art and design and the many unique interpretations. The exhibit runs through Aug. 4.

Love. Fire. Passion. Celebration. Anger. Awareness. Danger. Strength. Blood. Power. What comes to mind when you think of the color red? This exhibition is curated from the University Museums permanent collection to explore the cultural and aesthetic diversity of this vibrant hue through interpretations of art juxtaposed with statements written by ISU faculty discussing the importance of the color red to academic disciplines across campus.

The Christian Petersen Art Museum is located on the ground and first floors of Morrill Hall on central campus, 603 Morrill Road. Admission is free, however, there is a suggested donation of $3 per visitor. The Christian Petersen Art Museum regular hours are as follows: Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Christian Petersen Art Museum is closed weekends and during University breaks and holidays. Parking available at the Memorial Union Ramp (fees apply).