Event Details
Iowa History March Madness
March Madness isn't just for basketball fans. It's also for Iowa history! This month learn about some of the most revolutionary Iowans, vote for some of the most influential Iowans, and celebrate all of the Iowans who have contributed to our state's history.
How it Works
Learn
Spend Iowa History Month learning about 32 of the most revolutionary early Iowans who made contributions to life in Iowa prior to 1920. State Historical Society staff have identified some of the most influential Iowans from our state's early history. We couldn't include everyone, but hopefully you will find some well-known figures and maybe learn about a few lesser-known Iowans too. These men and women represent all parts of our Iowa's past: politicians, artists, local leaders, and many more.
Complete
These 32 individuals have been randomly sorted into two brackets and now it's your turn to weigh in! Fill out your own bracket to predict who will be identified as the most revolutionary Iowans in each round. Get together with friends, your classroom, book club, or follow along on your own. See if your picks make it all the way.
Vote
Voting will begin March 2. Check back for the link.
March 2–5: Geode Bracket First Round Voting
March 9–12: Goldfinch Bracket First Round Voting
March 16–19: Sweet Sixteen Voting (Second Round Geode and Goldfinch)
March 23–26: Elite Eight Voting (Third Round Geode and Goldfinch)
March 30–April 2: Final Four Voting (Geode and Goldfinch Championship Round)
April 6–9: Championship Voting (Geode Champion v. Goldfinch Champion)