Category Archives: Historical Societies & Museums

Historical societies & museums in Iowa.

Iowa and the Civil War: Nothing But Victory

Posted on April 13, 2012 by

Here is something you won’t want to miss! The State Historical Society announces a new exhibit– Iowa and the Civil War: Nothing But Victory, opening Saturday, 14 April 2012, at the State Historical Museum, 600 East Locust, Des Moines. Discover … Continue reading →

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Hooray! State Historical Society of Iowa Has Expanded Hours!

Posted on March 9, 2012 by

I’m happy to share the news that the State Historical Society of Iowa and State Archives, located at 600 East Locust, Des Moines, have expanded their hours to better serve researchers and patrons.

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Black History Month in Iowa

Posted on February 6, 2012 by

February is Black History month, and a good time to reflect on Iowa’s African-American heritage. Although Iowa’s black population has never exceeded three percent, African-Americans have a long and significant history in our state. From the era of the Underground … Continue reading →

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State Historical Society of Iowa Announces Census Program

Posted on January 28, 2012 by

Genealogists and historical researchers are eagerly anticipating the release of the 1940 U.S. Census on 2 April 2012. Statistics from a census can be invaluable for gaining a historical snapshot of life in the U.S. In addition to names, addresses … Continue reading →

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Summer Field Trip: Heartland Acres Agribition Center

Posted on May 21, 2011 by

Summer is the perfect time to get out and visit Iowa’s many historical and cultural jewels. One such gem is the Heartland Acres Agribition Center in Independence, Buchanan County. “Agribition” is coined from combining  “agriculture”and”exhibition,” the idea being to focus on … Continue reading →

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Vital Records Research in Iowa: Step 3– County Records

Posted on November 30, 2010 by

  When it comes to Iowa’s marriage records, the counties are where it’s at! Remember, because a marriage is a legally binding contract impacting property ownership, marriages were more carefully recorded than births or deaths, even before 1880.         Marriage records … Continue reading →

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News from Iowa’s State Archives

Posted on October 13, 2010 by

Archives Supervisor Jeffrey Dawson guides the discussion at the State Archives. The Iowa Genealogical Society’s Fall Conference attendees were treated to an inside look at the State Archives housed in the State Historical Building, 600 East Locust, Des Moines.   State … Continue reading →

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