New artwork at the Sorrell Center

This painting by Leonard Thiessen is one of more than 20 by the Nebraska artist that are on display on the third floor of the Sorrell Center.

The Museum of Nebraska Art brings part of its collection to the Sorrell Center each semester.

Currently, more than 20 paintings by Leonard Thiessen (1902-1989) are on display on the third floor between the Paustian amphitheaters.

Thiessen, an Omaha Native, played a significant role in developing the arts in Nebraska.

He was the first art critic for the Omaha World-Herald, helped establish the Nebraska Arts Council and was one of the founders of the Museum of Nebraska Art.

The exhibit will run through June.