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A special exhibit up through mid-September explores racial stereotypes and caricatures in their historic context.
The Association of African American Museums (AAAM) conference is in the Lowcountry this week, as they emphasize the ...
The African American Museum of Iowa in southeast Cedar Rapids, Iowa, on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. Jim Slosiarek/The Gazette) Buy Photo The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread.
Melissa Porter, African American Museum of Iowa Jun. 25, 2025 2:30 pm Artist Jean Berry speaks about her work and upbringing during an interview at the Washington Public Library in 2022.
The African American Museum of Iowa is hosting its annual Juneteenth Festival in Cedar Rapids on Saturday. Jacqueline Hunter, the museum’s executive director, says it’s an event designed ...
DES MOINES, Iowa – The Iowa African-American Hall of Fame will induct four new members in November. Founded in 1995 in Des Moines, the IAAHF recognizes the outstanding achievements of ...
The African American Museum of Dallas is hosting its yearly Freedom Schools, teaching Black history to North Texans. Students ...
DES MOINES, Iowa -- The Iowa African-American Hall of Fame will induct three new members in August. Founded in 1995 in Des Moines, the IAAHF recognizes the outstanding achievements of ...