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Emancipation Day and a Slice of History

2 hours

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Living History Farms

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15 – 20

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Explore Black history in Iowa
June 14 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Use our family workbook to dive into the history of Black Iowans, from before statehood through the Civil War and landmark civil rights cases, as you visit our sites.

Take a Bite Out of History • 11:30 a.m. • MidAmerican Energy Foundation Pavilion
FREE PIZZA while it lasts!

Historic Baseball on the Baseball Field • 3:30 p.m. • Included with General Admission

Activity Type:

Social Activity, In Person, Outdoor

Level:

beginner-friendly

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