The Signs are Everywhere.

The Signs are Everywhere. From blocks of housing rebuilt painstakingly by volunteers and residents, to the new U.S. Courthouse flanking the river, to a state of the art convention center and new hotel, bookending our vibrant downtown with the New Bohemia Main Street District - this is a time of hope and optimism for our community. With more than 3/4 of a billion dollars invested in our community, the Signs of Progress are all around us.

At the five year mark, this is the time to look forward. This is not only a time to see how much is yet to be done - but also to pursue that vision of a vibrant and urban hometown. One we’re all proud to call home.

Jan 7, 2011

African American Museum of Iowa


Community Investment: $1,300,000 million
Status: Completed and Open to Public

Address: 55 12th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids


Description: Following renovations, museum staff moved back into the building in December 2008 and the museum reopened to the public in early 2009. All programming resumed in 2009. A new permanent exhibit titled "Endless Possibilities" replaced the former exhibit. This exhibit tells the story of Iowa's African American heritage. Currently the museum features a new changing exhibit called Western Africa, Before the Boats. Nearly all Cedar Rapids elementary schools visit the Museum on field trips.   
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