She Was the First – Women’s History Month Feature
Each year, the African American Museum of Iowa recognizes African American men and women from the state of Iowa who have made history. These people have, by their actions, modified […]
Meet the 2021 History Makers
Michael Allen began wrestling at the age of twelve in McKinstry Middle School in Waterloo, and continued wrestling at East High School and while enrolled at the University of […]
History Adventures Online – Underground Railroad
Join Abby and Sophie this week to learn about the Underground Railroad! Explore the lives of Harriet Tubman and Charlotta Pyles, who helped people escape slavery while living in Iowa. […]
History Adventures Online – Eyes on the Sky
African American pilot Bessie Coleman said, “The air is the only place free from prejudice.” At the dawn of the 20th century, aviation was new to the world and pilots […]
Reopening Survey
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At AAMI, we celebrate black history every month. Visit our permanent exhibit, Endless Possibilities, today. Or, stop by for a special day of programming tomorrow. Learn more at blackiowa.org.
Did you know the African American Museum of Iowa offers more than 20 traveling exhibits? You can see Riding the Freedom Train: The Underground Railroad in Iowa until February 10 at Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department.
At the African American Museum of Iowa we celebrate black history year-round. In February, the nation joins us in commemorating black achievement while we continue our pursuit to educate communities across the state about Iowa’s African American heritage. Follow us as we highlight these efforts throughout this month. To support AAMI’s mission, make a donation or become a member today at www.blackiowa.org.
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