Join us on August 25, 2017, from 6:30pm to 8:00pm for the grand opening of our newest exhibit "If Objects Could Talk." Visitors are invited to explore the galleries and […]

Join us on August 26th​​​​​​​​ for our History Harvest to celebrate the grand opening of our new exhibit "If Objects Could Talk!" This partnership project between the AAMI and the […]

Dr. David Jackson helps us navigate scriptures to recognize the role of Black people in the Old and New Testaments to uncover significant contributions in the ancient world. This historic […]

Join the African American Museum of Iowa to honor African Americans who’ve made an indelible impact as a trailblazer, change agent, legacy maker or role model in their communities. The […]

Jump back in time for a simulated outdoor Underground Railroad experience at The African American Museum of Iowa and Wickiup Hill’s annual Journey to Freedom. Experience the perils and triumphs […]

Calling all NHD students -- get a jump start on your National History Day project at the Cedar Rapids History Lab on Saturday, November 18th. Students, teachers and parents can discover […]

The Museum will be closing early at 1:00PM on Wednesday, Nov 22nd.

The Museum will be closed Thursday, November 23rd and Friday, November 24th for Thanksgiving.

Join us December 2nd at the Museum to celebrate the holidays! We will have craft tables for everyone to learn about four holiday celebrations and their connection to the African […]

The Museum will be closed December 25th and 26th.