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 enjoy light refreshments in the lobby. “If Objects Could Talk,” offers a glimpse of the Museum’s collection of thousands of objects, documents, and photographs. Each […]
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 University of Iowa Library will allow us to teach patrons about preserving their pictures and documents so they stay protected for years to come. Participants […]
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 and informative program will offer valuable information regarding genealogy in the Bible that will help give deeper insight on racial identity in this phenomenal book.
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 AAMI’s only fundraiser, the annual History Makers Gala attracts guests from all over Iowa. Proceeds benefit the AAMI’s efforts to carry out its mission to preserve, […]
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 of the escape from slavery as you use the stars to navigate, build a fire from abolitionist “conductors,” hide from slave catchers, and encounter farmers […]
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 primary and secondary resources, explore special collections and network with local librarians and historians. The History Lab will be hosted at the National Czech & […]
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 American community. These holiday celebrations include Christmas, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, and Jonkonnu. Items representing these holiday traditions will be on display in our lobby exhibit cases […]
The Museum will be closed December 25th and 26th.
