Choreographer and spoken word artist, L.D. Kidd, returns for a the last installment of his special three event series. On July 9 we round out the series as L.D. performs his new piece. Learn about the piece and his process. This event also includes a guided tour of Mapping Exclusion: Redlining in Iowa at 6pm […]
You're invited to an open house to learn about the AAMI's upcoming project! Explore renovation renderings, get a campaign update, and ask your questions! This open house will include remarks and Q&A at 5pm featuring: The City of Cedar Rapids, Point Builders LLC, Solum Lang Architects, Campaign Steering Committee, and AAMI Staff and Board. You […]
Join us for a blood drive. Use this link to sign up for a time to donate!
Join the AAMI for a special tour of our temporary exhibit, Mapping Exclusion: Redlining in Iowa! This free, staff-led tour will take visitors through this popular exhibit. Mapping Exclusion explores the history of redlining in Iowa. Redlining is the systematic denial of various services by federal and local government agencies and the private sector to […]
Community health professionals from local organizations and agencies are invited to attend this free 2hr CEU event approved by the Iowa Board of Certification with the goal of building connections, collaboration, and coalition around the legacy of redlining and its impact on our community today. The workshop includes a guided tour of the AAMI Mapping […]
Enjoy $1 admission on Saturday, August 13 as part of our #NotJustFebruary $1 days. Members and children under 5 years old are free.
Join the AAMI for a special tour of our temporary exhibit, Mapping Exclusion: Redlining in Iowa! This free, staff-led tour will take visitors through this popular exhibit. Mapping Exclusion explores the history of redlining in Iowa. Redlining is the systematic denial of various services by federal and local government agencies and the private sector to […]
Enjoy $1 admission on Saturday, September 10 as part of our #NotJustFebruary $1 days. Members and children under 5 years old are free.
Each year, the African American Museum of Iowa recognizes a group of African American men and women who have made history in the state. Through their actions, these individuals have modified the course of history, imparting knowledge and impacting the communities in which we live. The AAMI is proud to announce this year's History Makers: […]
Experience a high-quality traveling version of the AAMI's latest exhibit, Suspended: Systemic Oppression in our Schools, at the Des Moines Public Library. This exhibit examines the role public schools play in funneling students into the prison system. Elements of the criminal justice system have entered public schools around the country, resulting in zero tolerance policies […]
