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 […]
Join us for our biggest celebration of the year! We are excited to present this much-anticipated event at NewBo City Market on June 19. Come out to enjoy a full line up of performances, balloon art for the kids, and food from NewBo City Market's local vendors. Learn more about this event on our Juneteenth […]
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. […]
Join us every 4th Saturday of the month in 2021 for $1 admission on our #NotJustFebruary $1 days. Members and children under 5 years old are free.
School-aged students and their families are invited! Each month, we’ll learn a new story or group of stories from African American history as we get creative, get moving, and have fun! History Adventures programs are pre-recorded and will stream on our Facebook page at facebook.com/africanamericanmuseumofiowa
School-aged students and their families are invited! Each month, we’ll learn a new story or group of stories from African American history as we get creative, get moving, and have fun! History Adventures programs are pre-recorded and will stream on our Facebook page at facebook.com/africanamericanmuseumofiowa
Join us every 4th Saturday of the month in 2021 for $1 admission on our #NotJustFebruary $1 days. Members and children under 5 years old are free.
School-aged students and their families are invited! Each month, we’ll learn a new story or group of stories from African American history as we get creative, get moving, and have fun! History Adventures programs are pre-recorded and will stream on our Facebook page at facebook.com/africanamericanmuseumofiowa
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 […]
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 […]
