Simpson College

Simpson Productions presents The Children's Hour by Lillian Hellman
2026-04-19 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Pote Theatre, Blank Performing Arts Center, 513 N D Street, Indianola, IA 50125, United States
Rumor. Scandal. Destruction. Set in a school for girls run by two unmarried women, this 1934 play examines the destructive force of a homophobic moral panic. Once a malicious youngster starts a rumor about the two women, the community shuns them, leading to tragedy.

Simpson Productions presents The Children's Hour by Lillian Hellman
2026-04-18 19:30 - 21:30 | Pote Theatre, Blank Perdorming Arts Center, 513 N D St Indianola, IA, United States
Simpson Productions 2025-26 Season

Rumor. Scandal. Destruction. Set in a school for girls run by two unmarried women, this 1934 play examines the destructive force of a homophobic moral panic. Once a malicious youngster starts a rumor about the two women, the community shuns them, leading to tragedy.

Simpson productions presents The Children's Hour by Lillian Hellman
2026-04-17 19:30 - 21:30 | Pote Theatre, Blank Performing Arts Center, 513 N D Street, Indianola, IA 50125, United States

Explore Simpson Day
2026-04-17 10:00 - 14:00 | Kent Campus Center, 701 N. C St. Indianola, IA 50125, United States
We look forward to having you on campus!
This event is for HS Juniors and younger. Learn about student life and the college planning process. Throughout the day you will tour campus, meet Simpson students, and hear more about our outstanding academic programs and the Simpson community. Opening session begins at 10 a.m. with arrival no earlier than 9:45 a.m.
Register Here
Here is what we have planned for the day:
~Welcome session
~Academic information
~Explore the many services available at Simpson
~Campus tour
~College timeline
~Choice of Athletic (general session, no coaches present), Performing Arts or Student Q&A session
~Complimentary lunch
A confirmation will be sent via email as soon as the registration is submitted regarding more details. If you are friends coming together, please fill out separate registrations (we’ll keep you together!)
If you have any questions regarding the registration form or your visit to campus, please contact the Office of Admissions at 1-800-362-2454 or locally at 515-961-1624. You can also reach us via email at admiss@simpson.edu.

Campus Day
2026-04-01 10:00 - 17:00 | Indianola Community
A day of no class, where students, staff and faculty spend time volunteering in the greater Indianola community.

15th Annual Culver Lecture - Douglas Brinkley
2026-03-26 19:00 - 20:30 | Blank Performing Arts Center, Pote Theatre, 513 North D Street, Indianola, Iowa, United States
Presidential historian Douglas Brinkley, Katherine Tsanoff Brown Chair in Humanities and professor of history at Rice University, delivers the 15th Annual Culver Lecture at Simpson College. Brinkley is the author of 24 books on American history and the presidency. He appears regularly as a history commentator for CNN and is a contributing editor to the magazine Vanity Fair.

Women in America lecture
2026-03-25 13:00 - 14:00 | IA
Lecture held annually

Pizza & Policy: The Russia – Ukraine War and “Peace”
2026-02-25 17:30 - 19:00 | Kent Campus Center, Hubbell Hall, 701 N C St, Indianola, IA, 50125, United States
Political Science Professor Scott Feinstein of Iowa State University discusses the latest developments in the Russia – Ukraine War and prospects for cessation of hostilities. Stick around after pizza for an informational session on ISU’s new MA programs in political science.

Simpson Productions presents The Old Maid & the Thief by Gian Carlo Menotti
2026-02-22 02:00 - 15:30 | Barnum Studio Theatre, Blank Performing Arts Center, 513 N.D Street, Indianola, IA, 50125, United States
Originally commissioned for radio in 1939, The Old Maid and the Thief is a witty and satirical tale of gossip, deception, and the facades we maintain in the name of propriety. Set in a quiet American town, the opera follows the lives of Miss Todd and her housemaid Letitia as they take in a charming wanderer only to find themselves entangled in increasingly outrageous moral compromises.
This production brings Menotti’s lively score and sharp humor to life in a clever recreation of that first radio play that’s as thought-provoking as it is entertaining

Simpson Productions presents The Old Maid & the Thief by Gian Carlo Menotti
2026-02-21 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-02-20 19:30 - 21:00 | Barnum Studio Theatre, Blank Performing Arts Center, 513 N.D Street, Indianola, IA, 50125, United States
Originally commissioned for radio in 1939, The Old Maid and the Thief is a witty and satirical tale of gossip, deception, and the facades we maintain in the name of propriety. Set in a quiet American town, the opera follows the lives of Miss Todd and her housemaid Letitia as they take in a charming wanderer only to find themselves entangled in increasingly outrageous moral compromises.
This production brings Menotti’s lively score and sharp humor to life in a clever recreation of that first radio play that’s as thought-provoking as it is entertaining.

Simpson College Student Exhibition
2026-02-19 09:00 - 16:30 | Simpson College Gallery of Art and Design – Howard Street between Clinton and Detroit., 701 N C St, Indianola, IA, 50125, United States
The Simpson College Student Exhibition is an open call to all Simpson students to share their personal creations. The show is curated and organized by the Graphic Design program’s Undergraduate Assistant, Jade Sprague.

Pizza & Policy: Sports Gambling
2026-02-12 17:30 - 19:00 | Kent Campus Center, Hubbell Hall, 701 N C St, Indianola, IA, 50125, United States
The Culver Public Policy Center presents a Pizza & Policy panel discussion on sports gambling, featuring FREE PIZZA and speakers from multiple disciplines:
Travis Hines – Iowa State Cyclones Columnist, Des Moines Register & Ames Tribune
Prof. Don Evans – Psychology
Prof. Matt Garrett – Sport Science & Administration
Tara Rehmeier – Assistant Athletic Director
Moderator:
Ellee Mortensen ’26 – Data Science / Culver Fellow

Majorpalooza
2026-02-10 12:00 - 14:00 | Kent Campus Center, Hubbell Hall, 701 N C St, Indianola, IA, 50125, United States
Majorpalooza is a chance to meet faculty from all academic departments. If you are ready to declare your major, you can do so during Majorpalooza. This is a great opportunity to make connections with faculty teaching in the academic majors/minors you are interested in pursuing.

Community Prayer Vigil
2026-02-01 07:00 - 20:00 | Smith Chapel, 701 N C St, Indianola, IA, 50125, United States
Many are feeling grief, loss and anxiety as our neighbors in Minneapolis struggle in this time of conflict and violence. We invite members of our community to come together to hear readings from scripture, to pray, to light candles and to sing as we remember God whose peace surpasses all understanding, and in whose name we are made one in the body of Christ. The vigil is hosted by Crossroads United Church of Christ, Indianola First United Methodist Church, Redeemer Lutheran Church, Trinity United Presbyterian Church and the Religious Life Community at Simpson College

Safety Last! a silent film performance by the Vivo Chamber Players
2026-01-30 19:00 | Lekberg Hall of the Amy Robertson Music Center, 503 N Buxton St., Indianola, IA, 50125, United States
On Friday, January 30th, at 7:00 pm Vivo will be performing the music and sound effects to Safety Last!, a silent film starring Harold Lloyd. The musical score was written by Dr. John Benoit, Professor of Music at Simpson College. The performance is free, but reservations are required because of the limited seating in Lekberg Hall of the Amy Robertson Music Center. Reservations may be made at TicketLeap.com. https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/vivo-chamber-players/SafetyLast
On Saturday, January 31st, at 7:00 pm, Vivo will be performing to the same film at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 600 6th Ave, Des Moines. The performance is free, although the church will ask for a free-will donation. Reservations are not required. Harold Lloyd was one of the more famous silent film stars — and the highest paid — during the 1920’s. He was considered to be the first screen actor to use physical danger as a source of laughter. His comedic stunts rivaled those of Buster Keaton. In Safety Last!, Harold Lloyd plays an ambitious young sales clerk who wants to impress his boss with a spectacular stunt to bring more costumers to the department store. He enlists the help of his friend (Bill Strother), a high-heights worker, who is always ready for an adventure. This adventure does not unfold according to plan. Join us to discover how Harold gets himself out of this mess!
You may go to the following link to see a movie trailer created by Dr. John Benoit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=os-Plz4XJxg The Vivo Chamber Players is an ensemble made up of the Simpson instrumental music faculty and other music-professional friends. Please, come see what all the excitement is about!

George Washington Carver Medal Panel
2026-01-29 19:00 - 20:30 | Smith Chapel, 701 N C St, Indianola, IA, 50125, United States
Simpson College will be honoring the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of “The 1619 Project,” Nikole Hannah Jones, on Thursday, January 29th at 7:00 PM in the Smith Chapel. This event will feature four panelists (including Ms. Hannah Jones) in an academic discussion on racial justice concerns. The event will run until 8:30 PM, leaving time afterward to speak with Nikole. This event is free of charge! Please reach out to allie.martinez@simpson.edu if you have any questions!
Click here to see Speaker website

Culver Center Alumni Career Panel: International Relations & Business
2026-01-28 13:00 - 14:00 | Carver 215 – Jordan Lecture Hall, 701 N C St, Indinaola, IA, 50125, United States
Learn about career opportunities in international relations and business from a panel of four Simpson alumni:

MacKenzie Bills ’16

Colbee Cunningham ’23

Dr. Jan Spreitzenbarth ’11

Korie Torres ’22

Gradient9 Studios Gallery Exhibition
2026-01-20 09:00 - 2026-02-06 16:30 | Howard Street between Clinton and Detroit
Gradient9 Studios is a graphic design business located in Indianola. The agency was founded by Grant Darrah in 2011. The exhibition shows graphic design work produced by the organization throughout its history.
This event is open weekdays 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. through February 6th.

Saturday Visit Days
2026-01-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Kent Campus, IA
If a weekday visit doesn’t work with your schedule, sign up for one of our Saturday on-campus visits! You’ll meet with Admissions and hear from faculty and current students.
In the fall, stay and enjoy a football game if you have time!
Saturday, September 20, 2025
Saturday, October 11, 2025
Saturday, November 8, 2025
Saturday, December 6, 2025
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Saturday, February 14, 2026
Saturday, March 28, 2026
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Saturday, May 9, 2026

Lessons & Carols
2025-12-07 14:00 - 15:00 | Smith Chapel, 701 N C St, Indianola, IA, 50125, United States
Simpson College’s music department will host its annual holiday event, Lessons and Carols on December 7th, 2 p.m. at Smth Chapel

Lessons and Carols
2025-12-06 19:30 - 20:00 | Smith Chapel, 701 N C St, Indianola, IA, 50125, United States
Simpson College’s music department will host its annual holiday event, Lessons and Carols on December 6th, 7:30 p.m. and on December 7th, 2 p.m. at Smth Chapel
