In the heart of Council Bluffs, the Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center stands as a vibrant gathering place where creativity, culture, and community come together. The Hoff Center is home to the acclaimed Pottawattamie Arts, Culture & Entertainment (PACE), which brings productions to CB year-round.
Be sure to check out the top floor of the Hoff—home to the John & Anne Nelson Exhibition Floor, featuring a permanent Grant Wood exhibit alongside rotating works from emerging and mid-career artists, all within a stunning open space perfect for events and gatherings.
Hoff Fourth Friday
Hoff Fourth Friday is a lively monthly celebration at the Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center, bringing together art, live music, food, and community under one roof. Enjoy gallery openings, a pop-up restaurant experience, hands-on creative activities, and vibrant energy throughout the Hoff — the perfect way to experience downtown Council Bluffs’ creative spirit.
May Highlgihts
Oklahoma | May 14 - 24
Yee-haw! Get ready to kick up your heels with 'Oklahoma!', the musical that's as fresh as a prairie breeze! This classic tale bursts with high-spirited romance, lively rivalries, and toe-tapping tunes that'll have you grinning from ear to ear!
June Highlights
UnShakeable | June 5 - 7
The Family Opera Series returns with UnShakeable, a compelling one-act opera set three years after a mysterious epidemic leaves survivors struggling with memory loss. In a desolate theater, two actors reunite and rely on the only language they share—Shakespeare—to rediscover fragments of their past. Performances take place June 5 at 7 PM, June 6 at 2 PM (relaxed performance) and 7 PM (double feature with Old School Shakespeare Omaha), and June 7 at 2 PM!
Premiere Screening of the Iowa PBS Documentary | June 9
Join Iowa PBS for the premiere of a new documentary on Grenville M. Dodge, Civil War general and Union Pacific chief engineer whose leadership helped shape America’s expansion and unity. The evening includes a 6:30 PM reception with light refreshments, followed by the 7:30 PM screening, and concludes with a short panel discussion featuring historians and filmmakers.
Plan Your Visit
Beyond the stage, the Hoff Center showcases rotating art exhibitions featuring talented regional and national artists. You can explore the visual arts at your own pace or attend opening receptions and special events that offer opportunities to meet artists and connect with fellow creatives.
With performances, exhibits, and events happening year-round, there’s always a reason to visit the Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center!
