Iowa
African American Museum of Iowa reopens
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) – Eastern Iowans got their first look at the new and improved African American Museum of Iowa as it reopened Saturday after a year of renovations. Both the museum’s exterior and interior got a complete makeover.
One of the newest features is an interactive research lab. It allows people to find out more about their own family history.
But Museum leaders said the museum is about more than just the exhibits.
“We hope people will be able to not only learn new content and learn history that they’ll be able to have a conversation and engage with the material. Then maybe do some reflection. You know what can I do to make an impact in my community?” said LaNisha Cassell, African American Museum of Iowa Executive Director.
Cassell said right now their temporary exhibit is a look at the museum’s 30-year history.
She said their next temporary, Racist Things: Hateful Imagery in the American Household is set to debut in September.
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