On January 1, 1863, President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, freeing those enslaved in territories in rebellion. This information moved so slowly through the south that some of those enslaved in Texas did not receive this information for more than two years. On June 19, 1865, Union Soldiers arrived in Texas and spread the word […]
Join us for the kick-off to our week of Juneteenth programming! This live-streamed event will feature local students competing to test their knowledge of black history. Follow along at home to see how much you know. To view the recorded event, click the button below. View the Recorded Event
DeFord Bailey was quite possibly the most influential harmonica player in the 20th century. Despite such acclaim, DeFord died quietly without recognition of his place in American music history. In commemoration of the 95th anniversary of his first performance on the Grand Ole Opry, join the African American Museum of Iowa for a viewing of […]
A panel discussion of the challenges and opportunities facing BIPOC performing artists. About this event Moderated by Dr. Myron McReynolds, panelists include Simon Estes, bass-baritone; Whitney Morrison, soprano; Sidney Outlaw, baritone; and Pedro Yanez, pianist. Please pre-register as venue seating is limited due to Covid restrictions. Masks are required of all patrons during panel discussion. […]
