MLK Day at the AAMI

African American Museum of Iowa 55 12th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids , IA, United States

We invite you to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with us at AAMI. In honor of his life and work, Enjoy family-friendly activities and $1 admission […]

Coffee Conversations

African American Museum of Iowa 55 12th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids , IA, United States

“The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character – that is the goal of true education.” -Dr. Martin Luther King, […]

Not Just February $1 Days

African American Museum of Iowa 55 12th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids , IA, United States

Enjoy $1 admission to the AAMI as part of our #NotJustFebrary $1 Days!   This program is part of the AAMI's recurring First Saturdays Series! Join us on the first […]

The Life of an American Girl

African American Museum of Iowa 55 12th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids , IA, United States

We are excited to invite you to our monthly American Girl Day events at the African American Museum of Iowa. Each event will be a morning of fun inspired by […]

CANCELLED: Oscar Micheaux’s ‘Within Our Gates’ Screening

African American Museum of Iowa 55 12th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids , IA, United States

UPDATE: This screening is cancelled due to the weather. We hope to reschedule at a date TBD. Thank you! Join us on February 5 at 5:15 PM for a screening […]

Free

Trivia Night

African American Museum of Iowa 55 12th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids , IA, United States

Join us for a fun and engaging evening at the African American Museum of Iowa as we celebrate Black History Month with a Family Trivia Night! This interactive event invites […]

Free

Not a Monolith: AfroFuturism

African American Museum of Iowa 55 12th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids , IA, United States

FREE An immersive celebration of science fiction, technology, and African heritage, highlighting the visionary work of Black artists and thinkers who imagine a future where culture and innovation intersect. Hear […]

Free

Family Scavenger Hunt

African American Museum of Iowa 55 12th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids , IA, United States

Celebrate Black History Month in a fun and interactive way with our Family Scavenger Hunt at the African American Museum of Iowa! This exciting event invites families to embark on […]

Free

History, Hope, and Healing in Iowa’s Beloved Community: Panel Discussion

African American Museum of Iowa 55 12th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids , IA, United States

Join us for a powerful and thought-provoking panel discussion, History, Hope, and Healing in Iowa's Beloved Community, as we explore the rich history of Iowa’s African American communities and the ongoing […]

Free

New Director Welcome

African American Museum of Iowa 55 12th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids , IA, United States

Please join us for a public reception, welcoming the AAMI's new Executive Director, Jacqueline Hunter.