Juneteenth Commemoration: Storytime

Marion Public Library 1095 6th Ave, Marion, IA

Join the AAMI for a storytime at the Marion Public Library featuring authors: Michelle Edwards and Brion Martin. This program is part of the AAMI's Juneteenth Commemoration. To see our […]

Juneteenth Commemoration: “dwb (driving while black)” with DMMO

Cedar Rapids Public Library 450 5th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

dwb (driving while black) is a new opera from composer Susan Kander and librettist Roberta Gumbel. This piece is montage of poetic and haunting moments examining the trials and triumphs […]

Juneteenth Commemoration: Festival at NewBo City Market

NewBo City Market 1100 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, United States

Join the AAMI for our annual Juneteenth Festival! Bring your family out to commemorate this important holiday and enjoy a variety of live performances from talented local artists. This program […]

Juneteenth Commemoration: 1619 Freedom School Interview

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In celebration of AAMI's 30th anniversary and as part of our annual Juneteenth Commemoration, the AAMI conducted an interview with Dr. Ashley Howard and founders of the 1619 Freedom School, […]

George Washington Carver at the Cedar Rapids Public Library (Downtown)

Cedar Rapids Public Library 450 5th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

Experience AAMI's traveling exhibit, Iowa Roots, Global Impact: The Life and Legacy of George Washington Carver at the Cedar Rapids Public Library (downtown) through June 30. Gain insight into the […]

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Iowa Civil Rights at Carnegie Stout Public Library

Carnegie-Stout Public Library 360 W 11th St, Dubuque, IA, United States

Experience AAMI's traveling exhibit, Iowa Civil Rights at the Carnegie Stout Public Library in Dubuque, IA. Explore the struggles and triumphs of the fight for equal rights. Featured individuals include Alexander […]

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AAMI 30th Birthday Party

Cedar Rapids Public Library 450 5th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

Join the AAMI as we celebrate 30 years! It's hard to believe that is has already been 30 years since the AAMI was founded! Celebrate this milestone event at a […]

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Bridging The Gap: Conscious Cash Series (Free Youth Literacy Program)

North Liberty Community Library 520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA, United States

Join the North Liberty Public Library in partnership with the African American Museum of Iowa (AAMI) for Bridging The Gap: Conscious Cash Program Series. This two-part series is designed to […]

Free

Bridging The Gap: Conscious Cash Series (Free Youth Literacy Program)

North Liberty Community Library 520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA, United States

Join the North Liberty Public Library in partnership with the African American Museum of Iowa (AAMI) for Bridging The Gap: Conscious Cash Program Series. This two-part series is designed to […]

Free