The AAMI's latest exhibit, Suspended: Systemic Oppression in our Schools, opens at RAYGUN Des Moines. 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 and student policing that disproportionately impact children […]
Join the AAMI for our brand-new book club, Book Club 802. This month we will be reading Wake: The Hidden History of Women Led Slave Revolts by Rebecca Hall. We'll be meeting to discuss the book on September 12 from 6:30-7:30 PM at the Marion Public Library. This book is available for purchase in person […]
Join the AAMI and RAYGUN for a "tour" of the AAMI's latest exhibit, Suspended: Systemic Oppression in our Schools. 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 and student policing […]
Experience a high-quality traveling version of the AAMI's latest exhibit, Suspended: Systemic Oppression in our Schools, at North Liberty 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 and student […]
Meet Dr. Tawana Grover and enjoy refreshments during this "open house" style gathering. The event is courtesy of a generous sponsorship from the Alliant Energy Foundation. Capacity is limited. Reserve your seat for this free event here. -- Brought to you through a partnership between the Cedar Rapids NAACP and the African American Museum of […]
Join the AAMI for our brand-new book club, Book Club 802. This month we will be reading Wake: The Hidden History of Women Led Slave Revolts by Rebecca Hall. We'll be meeting to discuss the book on October 18 from 6:30-7:30 PM at Prairie Lights Books and Cafe. Registration is preferred but not required! This […]
Join the AAMI for our brand-new book club, Book Club 802. This month we will be reading Wake: The Hidden History of Women Led Slave Revolts by Rebecca Hall. We'll be meeting to discuss the book on Tuesday, October 24 from 7:00-8:15 PM at Java John's Coffee House, 400 West Water Street, Decorah. Registration is […]
Join us for a members only event celebrating the opening of our latest exhibit: Power and Impact. Power and Impact is designed to explore the contemporary visual arts being produced through the unique perspective of Black artists in Iowa. From painting to installation, visitors will be exposed to visual perspectives responding to socio-economic and cultural perspectives, […]
Join us for the opening of our latest exhibit: Power and Impact. Power and Impact is designed to explore the contemporary visual arts being produced through the unique perspective of Black artists in Iowa. From painting to installation, visitors will be exposed to visual perspectives responding to socio-economic and cultural perspectives, identity, race, and historical narratives. […]
Join the AAMI Museum Educator Sydney O'Hare at the Iowa City Public Library for teen programming related to the AAMI's latest exhibit, Suspended: Systemic Oppression in our Schools. 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 […]
