Large traveling exhibits and smaller pop-ups help take Black history, culture across Iowa and beyond
Articles Tagged: African American Museum of Iowa
Local Government Aug. 8, 2022 1:12 pm182d ago
“I feel good knowing that so many people love me,” said Freda Long, whose historic Black-owned business needs exterior wall repairs. A GoFundMe seeks to raise money to help pay to fix the beloved community space in the Oakhill Jackson neighborhood.
Jun. 19, 2022 6:00 am233d ago
For the first time since 2003, the only African American Museum in Iowa will get a major facelift as it pivots for a stronger statewide presence.
Local Government Jun. 16, 2022 5:49 pm234d ago
The raising of the Juneteenth flag -- the first to be flown under the new policy -- “should also inspire us to use our platform and our voices for actions that demand equity for all people,” said LaNisha Cassell of the African American Museum of Iowa
Community Feb. 2, 2022 6:00 am370d ago
This February, the African American Museum of Iowa will host special programming in honor of Black History Month.
Sep. 3, 2021 6:00 am522d ago
Though maps outlining “undesirable” areas were only produced by the federal government from 1935 to 1940, the effects on seven Iowa cities live on to this day.
News Jun. 21, 2021 9:26 am595d ago
For panel of renowned opera singers assembled in Cedar Rapids, the answer is a resounding yes.
News Jul. 7, 2021 8:51 am579d ago
The annual event, hosted by the African American Museum of Iowa, was held on NewBo City Market grounds for the first time
Things To Do Jun. 11, 2021 10:48 am605d ago
Cedar Rapids Opera, African American Museum of Iowa collaborate on concerts, panel discussion to showcase Black artists and spark conversations.