Experience a high-quality traveling version of the AAMI's latest exhibit, Suspended: Systemic Oppression in our Schools, at the University of Iowa Pentacrest Museums. 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 […]
Experience a high-quality traveling version of the AAMI's latest exhibit, Suspended: Systemic Oppression in our Schools, at the Waterloo 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 and […]
Experience a high-quality traveling version of the AAMI's latest exhibit, Suspended: Systemic Oppression in our Schools, at Collins Community Credit Union Headquarters. 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 […]
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 birthday party at the Cedar Rapids Public Library (downtown). Enjoy live music, crafts, snacks, book readings, spoken word, exhibits and more on Saturday, August 5 […]
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 help 5th - 12th grade youth and their families. Presented by AAMI board member, Marlon Ewing, who is an experienced financial advisor. Marlon will equip […]
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 help 5th - 12th grade youth and their families. Presented by AAMI board member, Marlon Ewing, who is an experienced financial advisor. Marlon will equip […]
Experience AAMI's traveling exhibit, The Only One at Mount Mercy University in Cedar Rapids, IA. Uncover what it’s like to be an African American in Iowa through stories and photographs from everyday Iowans and famous residents.
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 […]
