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African American Museum of Iowa African American Museum of Iowa

African American Museum of Iowa


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55 12th Avenue SE
Cedar Rapids, IA  52401

Phone: (319) 862-2101
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The African American Museum of Iowa is located in the New Bohemia Cultural District of Cedar Rapids, IA. It houses two exhibits, a beautiful rental hall, and the Nikee Museum Gift Shop.

Did you know that Iowa desegregated its public schools in 1868? Or that Iowans participated in sit-ins years before the Civil Rights Movement? Come learn about these events and the rich heritage of African Americans in Iowa in our permanent exhibit "Endless Possibilities."

  • ADA Compliant / Universal Accessibility
  • Kid Friendly
  • Meeting Space
  • Open Monday
Aldeen Davis Celebration Hall

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Banquet 200
Theater 240
Racist Things
Racist Things

Our Fall 2024 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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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

The African American Museum of Iowa will be open on Monday, January 18 from 10 AM to 4 PM to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Admissions will be discounted to $1 for all patrons, with…

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Juneteenth Celebration
Juneteenth Celebration

The African American Museum of Iowa recognizes this annual remembrance through educational and celebratory programming each year. Events will commence with the African American Youth Think…

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55 12th Avenue SE
Cedar Rapids, IA  52401


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