Who Was : Who Were The Tuskegee Airmen

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Let's go on an adventure through the skies with the brave and amazing Tuskegee Airmen! Stay tuned for our high flying activity, where you become the pilot!

History Adventures: The Story of African American Jazz

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Do you feel the rhythm? Do you hear the melody? Get ready for a toe-tapping good time with our Jazz History Adventure. Come with us as we learn more about African American Jazz musicians and possibly introduce you to some new favorites! For our activity we will be making 3 different homemade instruments, so you […]

Who Was: Louis Armstrong

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Calling all you cool cats! Stay tuned for a jumping good time with this Who Was story about the great Louis Armstrong! For our activity we will be creating a Jazz-inspired saxophone collage.

History Adventures: Lights, Camera, Action!

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Lights, Camera, Action! Join us as we look at the history of African Americans' journey to the big stage. From small theatres to Broadway, we will see where this adventure takes us! We will be creating spoon actors and actresses for you to put on your own play!

History Adventures: Black Girls in Science

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In partnership with Collins Aerospace, the AAMI brings you a special Black Girls in Science History Adventure where we will explore female historical figures in STEM and the emerging great STEM scholars of today. We will also get to meet two local STEM students from the University of Iowa. They will share about themselves and […]

Who Was Jesse Owens?

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Join the African American Museum of Iowa for this monthly story time! Each month, we will explore the story of a different African American or group of African Americans and their achievements. Offerings will take place at 10:00 am (CST) on the second Saturday of each month and will occur virtually until it is safe […]

‘Martin’s Big Words’ Storytime – Iowa City Public Library

Iowa City Public Library 123 South Linn St., Iowa City, IA, United States

Who was Dr. King? Why do people today still think his words are so important? Join Iowa City Public Library for a special Storytime with the book "Martin's Big Words," about Martin Luther King, and then work together to create a project to keep Dr. King’s dream alive while learning cooperation and service with Jenny […]

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Rainbow of Faces at Hiawatha Public Library

Hiawatha Public Library 150 W Willman St, Hiawatha, IA

The AAMI is partnering with the Hiawatha Public Library and WIN (Women in the NAACP) for a program and book giveaway, sponsored by Target. The planned program, “Rainbow of Faces,” includes reading The Colors of Us by Karen Katz, discussing diversity, creating a self-portrait, and learning to say “hello” in different languages.

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Rainbow of Faces at Cedar Rapids Public Library (Downtown)

Cedar Rapids Public Library 450 5th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

The AAMI is partnering with the Cedar Rapids Public Library and WIN (Women in the NAACP) for a program and book giveaway, sponsored by Target. The planned program, “Rainbow of Faces,” includes reading The Colors of Us by Karen Katz, discussing diversity, creating a self-portrait, and learning to say “hello” in different languages. This event […]

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Rainbow of Faces at North Liberty Community Library

North Liberty Community Library 520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA, United States

The AAMI is partnering with the North Liberty Community Library and WIN (Women in the NAACP) for a program and book giveaway, sponsored by Target. The planned program, “Rainbow of Faces,” includes reading The Colors of Us by Karen Katz, discussing diversity, creating a self-portrait, and learning to say “hello” in different languages.  

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