Press Releases

Valerie Van Kooten named new administrator of State Historical Society of Iowa

Valerie Van Kooten of Pella has been named the new administrator of the State Historical Society of Iowa, beginning April 5.

Celebrate Iowa History Month in March

March is IA History Month & the State Historical Society of Iowa encourages Iowans of all ages to learn more about the past through programs, tours & activities

Gov. Reynolds proclaims 'Mia Peterson Day in Iowa'

Gov. Kim Reynolds has proclaimed Friday, Nov. 24, 2023, as “Mia Peterson Day in Iowa'' to commemorate Peterson's 50th birthday.

Iowa Arts Council leads statewide effort to measure economic impact of the arts

The Iowa Arts Council are encouraging their visitors and patrons to weigh in on the economic impact of the arts across the state.

Celebrate Iowa Gala returns to State Historical Building Dec. 8

The State Historical Society of Iowa invites Iowans from all corners of the state to enjoy homegrown art, history, food and entertainment.

State Historical Building fully reopens Oct. 14, Celebration features programs and new museum exhibition

After more than five years of renovations, the State Historical Building of Iowa, Museum and Research Center will fully reopen Oct. 14

National Park Service awards grant funding for Iowa's Blood Run National Historic Landmark

The National Park Service has awarded grant funding to the State Historical Society of Iowa for preservation work at the Blood Run National Historic Landmark.

Make this year's Iowa State Fair historic

Iowans can take a step toward a healthier future by stepping back in time during the 9th annual Iowa State Fair Historical Walking Tour

State Historical Society of Iowa awards grants to 24 Iowa communities

Nearly $600,000 in grants to preserve Iowa’s historical collections and country schools, invest in communities through historic preservation.

5 Iowa students medal at National History Day Contest

Students from Bettendorf, Cedar Rapids and Nashua-Plainfield schools took top honors at the National History Day Contest last week at the University of Maryland