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(319) 362-1501800 2nd Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids21 N. Clinton St. , Iowa City
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History Adventures
<p>Last year, the AAMI rolled out its inaugural Children’s Summer Series, with regular programming aimed at teaching our youth about African American history through fun activities. This year’s summer program, History Adventures, will give children the same opportunity to have fun engaging with history. This free program will run every other Wednesday in June and July. Please <a href="https://blackiowa.org/2019-series/#history-adventures">visit our website</a> for details on each week's topic.</p> 2019-07-17 11:00:00 -0500
7/17/1910:00 a.m.African American Museum of IowaCedar Rapids -
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High Heeled History talk
<h5><span style="font-size: 12px;">From the moment the Persians introduced the high-heeled shoe to Europe in the seventeenth century, high heels have been both a fashion statement and status symbol. Join Associate Curator Kate Kunau for a discussion of the history of high-heeled shoes, from their ancient origins in Egypt and Greece to the iconic Manolo Blahnik and Jimmy Choo </span><span style="font-size: 12px;">pumps</span><span style="font-size: 12px;"> of today. </span></h5> 2019-07-10 20:00:00 -0500
7/18/197:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
History Adventures
<p>Last year, the AAMI rolled out its inaugural Children’s Summer Series, with regular programming aimed at teaching our youth about African American history through fun activities. This year’s summer program, History Adventures, will give children the same opportunity to have fun engaging with history. This free program will run every other Wednesday in June and July. Please <a href="https://blackiowa.org/2019-series/#history-adventures">visit our website</a> for details on each week's topic.</p> 2019-07-31 11:00:00 -0500
7/31/1910:00 a.m.African American Museum of IowaCedar Rapids -
The History Center - Walking Tour: Automobile Row/Mansion Hill
<p><span>This tour begins and ends at The History Center! Learn about the area originally known as “Mansion Hill” along Third, Second and First Avenues East. Get a closer look at the very few surviving19th century residences on the“Hill”.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>Discover how this section of Cedar Rapids was transformed into “Automobile Row” following the routing of the Lincoln Highway as early as1913. See many of the restored “Auto Row” structures and get updates on how the area is changing with the expanding MedQuarter District.</span></p> 2019-03-09 19:00:00 -06009/24/196:00 p.m.The History CenterCedar Rapids -
The History Center - Walking Tour: Kenwood Park Neighborhood
<p><span>This engaging walking tour features the area once known as the town of Kenwood Park from the early 1880’s until it was annexed into Cedar Rapids in 1926. Learn about the old “Main Street” buildings of Kenwood and discover the old streetcar and railroad routes in the area.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>This tour also looks at longtime industrial and commercial business historic sites as well as a look at a home where artist Grant Wood lived between 1916 and 1924 near Mt. Calvary Cemetery and Indian Creek.</span></p> 2019-03-09 19:00:00 -06007/23/196:00 p.m.Mt. Calvary CemeteryCedar Rapids -
History on Tap: What’s a Luthier?
<p>John Schultz, from <a href="https://www.schultzstrings.com/default.aspx">Schultz Strings</a> in Cedar Rapids, will be teaching us all about what a Luthier does and will be sharing his collection of stringed instruments. Learn about the unique profession just in time before our new exhibition, <a href="https://www.ncsml.org/exhibit/medieval-to-metal/"><em>Medieval to Metal: The Art and Evolution of the GUITAR</em></a> opens on October 5!</p><p>Wild Culture Kombucha serves kombucha, beer, wine, cider, mead, juice, coffee, tea, and local snacks. Feel free to bring in outside food or order in!</p> 2019-06-21 18:30:00 -0500
8/14/195:30 p.m.Wild Culture Kombucha TaproomIowa City -
The History Center - Walking Tour: Historic Lisbon in Linn County
<p><span>This new History Center tour takes a closer look at the unique Linn County community of Lisbon, started in part by early members of the Hershey family from Pennsylvania!</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>Highlights include details about Lisbon’s important connections to Linn County railroad and Lincoln Highway history as well as a look at Main Street architecture. There is a special visit to a historic Lisbon church structure associated with the famous Wright Brothers.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>This tour is a collaboration between The History Center in Cedar Rapids and the Lisbon History Center.</span></p> 2019-03-09 19:00:00 -06008/13/196:00 p.m.The Lisbon History and Cultural CenterLisbon -
Organ Concert Series
<p>Join us in Clermont for the annual Union Sunday School Concert Series features performances by trained musicians on the largest Kimball Pipe Organ in the United States. This month’s concert will showcase the talent of Brooke Joyce and Craig Hultgren, both of Decorah. </p><p dir="ltr">Following the concert, the Clermont Historical Society will provide refreshments at the Clermont Opera House – one block from the Union Sunday School. Both the Concert and Tea are free.</p><p dir="ltr">The Organ Concert Series is co-sponsored by the State Historical Society of Iowa and the Clermont Historical Society.</p> 2019-06-18 15:30:00 -05007/28/192:30 p.m.Union Sunday SchoolClermont -
The History Center - Walking Tour: Linwood Cemetery
<p><span>Experience the history of the oldest cemetery on the west side of Cedar Rapids. Highlights include visiting the final resting site of some of the infamous Cherry Sisters and a look at the memorial to the victims of the May 1919 Douglas Starch Works Explosion in Cedar Rapids.</span></p><p> </p><p><span>Tour starts and ends at the entrance to the cemetery behind the Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home at 520 Wilson Avenue SW.</span></p> 2019-03-09 19:00:00 -06009/10/196:00 p.m.Murdoch-Linwood Legacy CenterCedar Rapids -
Organ Concert Series
<p dir="ltr">Join us in Clermont for the annual Union Sunday School Concert Series features performances by trained musicians on the largest Kimball Pipe Organ in the United States. This month’s concert will showcase the talent of Sally and Glen Boie. </p><p dir="ltr">Built in 1896, the organ was a gift presented by former Iowa Governor William Larrabee to his daughter, Anna, who was the church’s organist for more than 60 years. Union Sunday School is part of the Montauk Historic Site.</p><p dir="ltr">Following the concert, the Clermont Historical Society will provide refreshments at the Clermont Opera House – one block from the Union Sunday School. Both the Concert and Tea are free.</p><p dir="ltr">The Organ Concert Series is co-sponsored by the State Historical Society of Iowa and the Clermont Historical Society.</p> 2019-06-18 15:30:00 -0500
8/25/192:30 p.m.Union Sunday SchoolClermont -
The History Center - Walking Tour: Creep the Alleys
<p><span>Downtown alleys reveal a great deal of history about Cedar Rapids buildings and they can be a little spooky too! Come explore the dark side of downtown architecture with this unique historic alley tour.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>Included areas stories of how alleys function as service and utility access, how they provided secret entrances for Prohibition era businesses as well as clever retail store designs. There will be a few surprises along the tour as well! Please wear alley appropriate footwear!</span></p><p><br></p><p><span>*All Alley Tours will be limited to the first 75 people</span></p> 2019-03-09 19:00:00 -060010/08/196:00 p.m.Town Centre PlazaCedar Rapids -
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Duck Day
<p>The Museum of Natural History presents...DUCK DAY! Join us for a fam-friendly, fun-filled morning all about DUCKS!</p><p>We're welcoming Wildlife Rehabilitation Specialist Amber Oldfield back to the museum after her Fox Day event was such a success last Spring. This time—you guessed it—she's bringing along some ducks she cares for. Amber will share her duck's stories and offer a Q&A. Additionally we'll have a duck craft station set up, a duck prize drawing, and even ducky races!</p><p>This event will be held outside, in the grass on the Pentacrest, right in front of the museum. We invite guests inside to cool down and check out our museum after (including our ducks!).</p> 2019-07-15 11:00:00 -0500
8/10/1910:00 a.m.University of Iowa Museum of Natural HistoryIowa City -
<p>Ever wonder about the houses hidden behind storefronts along First Avenue? The Save CR Heritage "Hidden Homes" Walking Tour begins at 6 p.m. Friday, July 26, at Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services, 1844 First Ave. NE. (If there are no services that night, tour-goers will be able to see inside this historic home.) Cedar Rapids historian Mark Stoffer Hunter will explain the origins of the "hidden homes" along First Avenue and more about the history of residential and commercial landmarks on this stretch of Cedar Rapids that is fast-changing. This is a walking tour of approximately one mile, so dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. Admission: free for members of Save CR Heritage; $7 for non-members. Memberships available at the door for $25. Follow Save CR Heritage on Facebook for updates.</p> 2019-07-01 19:30:00 -0500
7/26/196:00 p.m.Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial ServicesCedar Rapids -
Linn County Historic Preservation Commission Meeting
<p>This meeting will be held at the Jean Oxley Public Service Center, Conference Room 3A & 3B, Lower Level, 935 2nd Street SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This meeting is open to the public. Meeting dates and times can change. Please contact Planning & Development at (319) 892-5130 regarding meeting status. </p> 2019-07-17 17:00:00 -0500
7/17/194:00 p.m.Jean Oxley Public Service CenterCedar Rapids -
Communal Kitchen Meal
<p>Participate in Amana’s original dining experience at the Communal Kitchen Museum. Enjoy traditional Amana recipes and a short program. 1003 26th Ave, Middle Amana. Reservations and prepayment are required. Visit our website <u>www.</u><u>amanaheritage.org</u> for tickets and more information. </p> 2019-07-12 19:30:00 -05007/27/195:30 p.m.Communal Kitchen MuseumMiddle Amana -
The History Center - Walking Tour: College District/Mound View Neighborhood
<p><span>Enjoy a closer look at this incredibly historic neighborhood nestled between the campuses of Coe College and Mt. Mercy University in northeast Cedar Rapids. Discover the unusual history of the first name for this area.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>The tour features an eclectic mix of residential, commercial and early industrial historic sites. Highlights of the tour include many places associated with celebrated artist Grant Wood including a close look at his Cedar Rapids childhood home where he lived starting in 1901.</span></p> 2019-03-09 19:00:00 -06008/27/196:00 p.m.Whipple FirehouseCedar Rapids -
Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy Library Program
<p>The monthly meeting of the Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy Library will be Saturday, July 27 in the lower level of the Masonic building at 813 1st Avenue SE. Social time begins at 1:00 PM and the program at 1:30. Parking is available in the back of the building and enter through the back door. Author, Linda Betsinger McCann, will share the <strong>History of Prohibition in Eastern Iowa. </strong></p> 2019-07-01 03:30:00 -05007/27/191:30 a.m.Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy LibraryCedar Rapids -
Brucemore Mansion Tours
<p>A visit to Brucemore explores more than 130 years of Eastern Iowa history through the lives of the three families who called Brucemore home—the Sinclairs, the Douglases, and the Halls. They were business and community leaders during a century of evolution in the Midwest. The changes they made to their estate, the impact they had on their community, and the stories they left behind shape our understanding of modern Cedar Rapids, eastern Iowa, and the American Midwest.</p><p><br></p><p>Mansion tours are offered March through December, Wednesday through Sunday. Inquire for times within the general visiting hours. Tickets can be purchased online, over the phone, or in the visitor center. Advance ticket purchase is recommended as tours sell-out, especially during periods of high demand. Admission fees vary by tour selection, season, and ticket type. </p> 2019-07-17 15:15:00 -0500
7/17/199:30 a.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Brucemore Mansion Tours
<p>A visit to Brucemore explores more than 130 years of Eastern Iowa history through the lives of the three families who called Brucemore home—the Sinclairs, the Douglases, and the Halls. They were business and community leaders during a century of evolution in the Midwest. The changes they made to their estate, the impact they had on their community, and the stories they left behind shape our understanding of modern Cedar Rapids, eastern Iowa, and the American Midwest.</p><p><br></p><p>Mansion tours are offered March through December, Wednesday through Sunday. Inquire for times within the general visiting hours. Tickets can be purchased online, over the phone, or in the visitor center. Advance ticket purchase is recommended as tours sell-out, especially during periods of high demand. Admission fees vary by tour selection, season, and ticket type. </p> 2019-07-18 15:15:00 -0500
7/18/199:30 a.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Brucemore Mansion Tours
<p>A visit to Brucemore explores more than 130 years of Eastern Iowa history through the lives of the three families who called Brucemore home—the Sinclairs, the Douglases, and the Halls. They were business and community leaders during a century of evolution in the Midwest. The changes they made to their estate, the impact they had on their community, and the stories they left behind shape our understanding of modern Cedar Rapids, eastern Iowa, and the American Midwest.</p><p><br></p><p>Mansion tours are offered March through December, Wednesday through Sunday. Inquire for times within the general visiting hours. Tickets can be purchased online, over the phone, or in the visitor center. Advance ticket purchase is recommended as tours sell-out, especially during periods of high demand. Admission fees vary by tour selection, season, and ticket type. </p> 2019-07-19 15:15:00 -0500
7/19/199:30 a.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Brucemore Mansion Tours
<p>A visit to Brucemore explores more than 130 years of Eastern Iowa history through the lives of the three families who called Brucemore home—the Sinclairs, the Douglases, and the Halls. They were business and community leaders during a century of evolution in the Midwest. The changes they made to their estate, the impact they had on their community, and the stories they left behind shape our understanding of modern Cedar Rapids, eastern Iowa, and the American Midwest.</p><p><br></p><p>Mansion tours are offered March through December, Wednesday through Sunday. Inquire for times within the general visiting hours. Tickets can be purchased online, over the phone, or in the visitor center. Advance ticket purchase is recommended as tours sell-out, especially during periods of high demand. Admission fees vary by tour selection, season, and ticket type. </p> 2019-07-20 15:15:00 -0500
7/20/199:30 a.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Singing Bowl Prayer at Prairiewoods
<p>Throughout history, singing bowls have been used around the world to meditate, relax, pray and achieve mind-body-spirit wellness. Join Kathy Broghammer at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) to pray with the beautiful, all-encompassing music of singing bowls. We will let the resonant sounds of Himalayan and crystal singing bowls relax our entire body and create a pathway for a clearer connection with the divine. We can simply breathe and receive! Some yoga mats and pillows are available. The cost is $5. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2017-01-06 13:30:00 -0600
8/26/1912:45 p.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
The Collins Story: On the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing
<p>The Marion Heritage Center & Museum newest exhibition <em>The Collins Story: On the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing.</em> The greatest achievement in history, landing men on the moon, took the work of thousands, but it would have been impossible if one man, Arthur Collins, had not dedicated his life to perfecting radio communication and building the company that invented space communication and <em>has brought us the voice and pictures of every astronaut for 50 years, the Collins Radio Company. </em>Brought to you in collaboration with the <em>Arthur A. Collins Legacy Association</em>. Free Admission sponsored by the McIntyre Foundation of Cedar Rapids.</p> 2019-06-12 16:00:00 -05007/17/191:00 p.m.Marion Heritage Center & MuseumMarion -
Monday Matinee: Sgt. Stubby: An American Hero
<p>Mondays are for movies at the library! Come cool off all summer long with a family friendly movie on Mondays at 1:00. The true story of a stray dog who joins his new master on the battlefields of the First World War. For his valorous actions, Sgt. Stubby is still recognized as the most decorated dog in American history.</p><p><br></p> 2019-07-09 15:30:00 -0500
7/22/191:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
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The Collins Story: On the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing
<p>The Marion Heritage Center & Museum newest exhibition <em>The Collins Story: On the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing.</em> The greatest achievement in history, landing men on the moon, took the work of thousands, but it would have been impossible if one man, Arthur Collins, had not dedicated his life to perfecting radio communication and building the company that invented space communication and <em>has brought us the voice and pictures of every astronaut for 50 years, the Collins Radio Company. </em>Brought to you in collaboration with the <em>Arthur A. Collins Legacy Association</em>. Free Admission sponsored by the McIntyre Foundation of Cedar Rapids.</p> 2019-07-18 16:00:00 -05007/18/191:00 p.m.Marion Heritage Center & MuseumMarion -
Kick Up Your Heels!
<p>Bubbly libations and creative cuisine will run amuck at the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 3rd Ave. SE, July 18. Join us in the Carnegie Wing, 1st Floor, 5:00-6:30 pm, for artful camaraderie; then feast your eyes on the exhibit "The Fine Art of Shoes." Be among the first to hear Executive Director Sean Ulmer preview 125th Anniversary events at CRMA, 2020. Curator Kate Kunau will round out the evening with a program in the Auditorium, 2nd floor, "High Heeled History," 7-8:00 pm. Only $30. per person will support educational activities at the Museum. Help us put the "fun" in fundraising!</p> 2019-06-28 20:00:00 -05007/18/195:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Brucemore Mansion Tours
<p>A visit to Brucemore explores more than 130 years of Eastern Iowa history through the lives of the three families who called Brucemore home—the Sinclairs, the Douglases, and the Halls. They were business and community leaders during a century of evolution in the Midwest. The changes they made to their estate, the impact they had on their community, and the stories they left behind shape our understanding of modern Cedar Rapids, eastern Iowa, and the American Midwest.</p><p><br></p><p>Mansion tours are offered March through December, Wednesday through Sunday. Inquire for times within the general visiting hours. Tickets can be purchased online, over the phone, or in the visitor center. Advance ticket purchase is recommended as tours sell-out, especially during periods of high demand. Admission fees vary by tour selection, season, and ticket type. </p> 2019-07-24 15:15:00 -0500
7/24/199:30 a.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
The Collins Story: On the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing
<p>The Marion Heritage Center & Museum newest exhibition <em>The Collins Story: On the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing.</em> The greatest achievement in history, landing men on the moon, took the work of thousands, but it would have been impossible if one man, Arthur Collins, had not dedicated his life to perfecting radio communication and building the company that invented space communication and <em>has brought us the voice and pictures of every astronaut for 50 years, the Collins Radio Company. </em>Brought to you in collaboration with the <em>Arthur A. Collins Legacy Association</em>. Free Admission sponsored by the McIntyre Foundation of Cedar Rapids.</p> 2019-07-19 16:00:00 -05007/19/191:00 p.m.Marion Heritage Center & MuseumMarion -
The Collins Story: On the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing
<p>The Marion Heritage Center & Museum newest exhibition <em>The Collins Story: On the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing.</em> The greatest achievement in history, landing men on the moon, took the work of thousands, but it would have been impossible if one man, Arthur Collins, had not dedicated his life to perfecting radio communication and building the company that invented space communication and <em>has brought us the voice and pictures of every astronaut for 50 years, the Collins Radio Company. </em>Brought to you in collaboration with the <em>Arthur A. Collins Legacy Association</em>. Free Admission sponsored by the McIntyre Foundation of Cedar Rapids.</p> 2019-07-20 16:00:00 -05007/20/191:00 p.m.Marion Heritage Center & MuseumMarion -
Brucemore Mansion Tours
<p>A visit to Brucemore explores more than 130 years of Eastern Iowa history through the lives of the three families who called Brucemore home—the Sinclairs, the Douglases, and the Halls. They were business and community leaders during a century of evolution in the Midwest. The changes they made to their estate, the impact they had on their community, and the stories they left behind shape our understanding of modern Cedar Rapids, eastern Iowa, and the American Midwest.</p><p><br></p><p>Mansion tours are offered March through December, Wednesday through Sunday. Inquire for times within the general visiting hours. Tickets can be purchased online, over the phone, or in the visitor center. Advance ticket purchase is recommended as tours sell-out, especially during periods of high demand. Admission fees vary by tour selection, season, and ticket type. </p> 2019-07-25 15:15:00 -0500
7/25/199:30 a.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids