21 May 2026

"Was That Racist?" Author Talk with Evelyn Carter PhD at the African American Museum of Iowa

By Melissa Porter

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (May 21, 2026) — The African American Museum of Iowa (AAMI) will host Evelyn Carter PhD for a discussion of her new book, Was That Racist?: How to Detect, Interrupt, and Unlearn Bias in Everyday Life. The event will include a moderated discussion with Rob Cline and is presented by Next Page Books and the African American Museum of Iowa

02 Feb 2026

Commemorating Black History Month with the African American Museum of Iowa (AAMI)

By Melissa Porter

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (February 2, 2026) This February, the African American Museum of Iowa (AAMI) will host special programming in honor of Black History Month.

Throughout the month visitors can enjoy a pop-up exhibit made possible by the NAACP of Cedar Rapids.

23 Dec 2025

Celebrating Kwanzaa with the African American Museum of Iowa (AAMI) and WIN (Women in NAACP)

By Melissa Porter

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (December 23, 2025) — The African American Museum of Iowa and WIN (Women in NAACP) are partnering to host a Kwanzaa celebration on Saturday, December 27, 12-3 PM.

13 Oct 2025

African American Museum of Iowa to Unveil a New Exhibit

By Melissa Porter

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (October 13, 2025) — The African American Museum of Iowa will unveil a new exhibit, Rooted: Labor, Land, and Legacy.

This exhibit celebrates the role farming plays in Black resiliency and activism.

Farming has played a significant role in Black communities’ struggles and triumphs for economic independence, cultural preservation, and self-determination.

05 Sep 2025

African American Museum of Iowa to Honor Statewide Leaders at Annual History Makers Gala

By Melissa Porter

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (September 5, 2025) — The African American Museum of Iowa will host its annual History Makers Gala on Thursday, October 2, 2025. The event will highlight the achievements of honorees Dr Michael Blackwell (Cedar Falls), Renee Dunn (Dubuque), Ricki King (Windsor Heights), and Nolden Gentry (Des Moines). History Makers were nominated by their peers and selected by an AAMI committee based on their professional and community impact as leaders.

20 Jun 2025

Berry Retrospective to Be Held Friday, June 27, 5:30–7:30PM, at CSPS Hall in Cedar Rapids

By Melissa Porter

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (June 20, 2025) — S Torriano Berry, is hosting a retrospective exhibit featuring his work as an independent filmmaker and art by his mother, Jean Berry, at CSPS Hall, 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids. Proceeds from a silent auction of Jean Berry’s works at 5:30PM, Friday, June 27, will benefit the African American Museum of Iowa and the Toni Berry Memorial Scholarship fund at the University of Iowa.

04 Jun 2025

African American Museum of Iowa Commemorates Juneteenth

By Melissa Porter

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (June 4, 2025) — The African American Museum of Iowa (AAMI) is hosting its annual Juneteenth Festival at NewBo City Market, 11AM-5PM, Saturday, June 14. The AAMI’s highly-anticipated festival will include live music and performances, local non-profit and business organizations, food and merchandise vendors, and family-friendly activities!

07 Feb 2025

African American Museum of Iowa Announces New Executive Director

By Melissa Porter

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (February 7, 2025) — The African American Museum of Iowa (AAMI) is pleased to announce that after a thorough and thoughtful selection process, Jacqueline Hunter has been chosen as the new Executive Director.

Hunter will begin her position on Monday, March 3.

23 Dec 2024

Celebrating Kwanzaa with the African American Museum of Iowa and WIN (Women in NAACP)

By Melissa Porter

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (December 23, 2024) — The African American Museum of Iowa and WIN (Women in NAACP) are partnering to host a Kwanzaa celebration on Saturday, December 28, 12-3PM.

This meaningful celebration of Kwanzaa will honor African American heritage, culture, and unity. The event will include cultural performances and interactive activities for all ages, as well as food, local artisans, and opportunities for learning and reflection.

05 Sep 2024

African American Museum of Iowa to Unveil a New Exhibit

By Melissa Porter

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (September 5, 2024) — The African American Museum of Iowa unveil a new exhibit, Racist Things: Hateful Imagery in the American Home. This exhibit will thoughtfully consider the impact of post-Civil War society and the culture surrounding Jim Crow laws as the basis of the popularity of dehumanizing Black imagery.

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