- Join Goldie's Kids Club. Online programs and at-home activities abound for children and families who want to learn more about Iowa's colorful past. New content is posted online every month, including Storytime and Innovative Iowans activities focusing on the state symbols, and a video playlist children of all ages can enjoy.
- Schedule an Iowa trivia program via Zoom for your organization's next meeting. State Historical Society of Iowa special projects and outreach coordinator (and two-time All-Iowa Trivie Bee champion!) Jess Rundlett would be happy to lead a 30-minute trivia for your group, free of charge. You can contact her at jessica.rundlett@iowa.gov.
- Sport a T-shirt that says "Iowa: History Happens Here." They're for sale at Raygun in Des Moines and online, starting March 1, and a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Iowa Historical Foundation.
- PLAY BINGO!(You can pick up a card at the State Historical Museum of Iowa or download one at home.)
- Look for more ways to mark Iowa's 175th Anniversary by subscribing to The Annals of Iowa, reading the Iowa History blog!
- April 3: "History Mystery: Live from the Museum Vault"
- May 1: "History Mystery: Live from the Museum Vault"
- June 14-18: Young Writers' Workshop Young Writers' Workshop is a week-long workshop for middle and high school students (entering 7th to 12th grades) offered each summer. Students will work with a nationally-known young adult author to hone and refine their writing skills in a creative environment. Click to register.
- Junior Curator Day Camp
What does it take to create and run a museum? Young historians (entering 4th through 6th grade) will explore the roles of curators, conservators and exhibit designers with the unique experience offered through the Junior Curator Day Camp. Students will investigate historic artifacts, explore the museum's collection vault and learn about Iowa's exciting history with museum staff. Students also will design and arrange their own themed exhibit featuring objects from the State Historical Museum's collection.
Throughout the week, students will participate in icebreaker activities, explore the museum's collection vault and exhibits, engage in daily writing exercises, learn historical research and inclusive storytelling tips, verbally share writing, give and receive feedback, as well as write, edit, rewrite and present their final historical fiction story. The week is capped off by the students giving a public performance of the stories and celebrating during a reception with family and friends.
To register for the Day Camp below, click here
- June 23: Junior Curator Day Camp
- July 14: Junior Curator Day Camp
- Aug. 4: Junior Curator Day Camp
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