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Save your spot to join Sarah Pratt, the Iowa State Fair's butter sculptor, for a special family program at the museum on Saturday, December 27. During the program, hear from Sarah what it's like to sculpt the butter cow each year, and then each participant will try their hands at creating their very own butter sculpture using a provided stick of butter. This is a fun (and a little messy) hands-on activity. 

This program is also offered at 1:30 p.m. 

More about Sarah Pratt

In 2006, Sarah Pratt became the Iowa State Fair's fifth butter sculptor. Besides at the fair, her work is currently on display in the “State Fairs: Growing American Craft” exhibit at  the Renwick Gallery, the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s branch location for contemporary craft, from August 22, 2025, to September 7, 2026. 

Registration Details

Registration is required and space is limited. The program is open to lifelong learners and families with children (8 years and older). Adults must be present with younger participants.