16 Aug 2022

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

By Melissa Porter

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (August 16, 2022) — The African American Museum of Iowa (AAMI) will host its annual History Makers Gala on Thursday, September 29, 2022. The event will highlight the achievements of honorees Sean Baylor (Cedar Rapids), Diana Henry (Iowa City), Pastor Chassidi Martin (Waterloo), Fred Seay (Keokuk), and Ross Wilburn (Ames). History Makers were nominated by their peers and selected by a Museum committee based on their professional and community impact as leaders.

01 Jul 2022

African American Museum of Iowa Brings National Attention to Iowa

By Melissa Porter

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (July 1, 2022) — The African American Museum of Iowa’s $5M capital campaign was mentioned in a segment on Late Night with Seth Meyers on NBC.

25 May 2022

The African American Museum of Iowa Announces Juneteenth Celebration

By Melissa Porter

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (May 25, 2022) — The African American Museum of Iowa is excited to announce its Juneteenth celebration will return on Saturday, June 18 at the NewBo City Market. Join us for a free day of programs and activities for the entire family.

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