The Iowa Biennial Exhibition introduces the public to contemporary prints from around the world. It also serves to support the collection of works within The Iowa Biennial Exhibition research archive while making them available for academic research, museums, artists, and print students. All works submitted to The Iowa Biennial Exhibition will be retained within The Iowa Biennial Exhibition Archive for purposes of research. Works retained within the archive will also be used to promote a greater awareness of the uniqueness and beauty of the print and related print media.