Calling all ghouls, ghosts, goblins, and characters of all kinds…come trick or treat in Downtown Ames! Babies, toddlers, kids and parents… everyone is encouraged to dress up! Our friendly businesses in Downtown Ames enjoy a fun afternoon with the kids and in getting to know our community. We’re excited to see your fun and creative […]
Celebrate the Grand Reopening of Ames History Museum! Join them for behind the scenes tours of the newly expanded museum, family activities, and refreshments. Free admission. Sat., Oct. 26, noon to 8 p.m. Learn more about the renovation and expansion project here. Sponsored by a Discover Ames Community Grant
Downtown Ames Downtown Ames is always festive during the holidays! Join us for a night of fun holiday themed activities that are great for the whole family. Enjoy free admission and a take-home craft at Ames History Museum. Learn more about what is happening around Downtown for Snow Magic. Thurs., Dec. 5, 2024 - 5 […]
Free admission to the Ames History Museum all day! Regular hours are 10 a.m.- 4 p.m., with a special event - Old-Fashioned Christmas- from noon - 3 p.m. Sat., Dec. 7, 2024 (All day)
Bring your friends and family for a festive afternoon! Create old-fashioned holiday crafts, visit with Santa, and enjoy a cozy hot cocoa bar. Free admission to Ames History Museum - be sure to browse the exhibit galleries and museum store! Hosted by Ames History Museum and Iowa State University Museums. Sponsorship provided by Carol Pletcher. […]
Annual Lecture Series The Bells of Iowa State: An Enduring Tradition Attend in person: Ames Public Library, 515 Douglas Ave. Attend online: Register for the Zoom link Free and open to the public Speaker: Bob Lindemeyer, retired ISU Associate Director for Media Development and Stanton Memorial Carillon Foundation past president As Iowa State University marks the […]
Annual Lecture Series Ames Oddities: A Pictorial Tour Attend in person: Ames Public Library, 515 Douglas Ave. Attend online: Register for the Zoom link Free and open to the public Speaker: Kathy Svec, museum volunteer, with help from Sharon Wirth, Bob Bourne, and Alex Fejfar All around Ames are certain structures and features that are odd-looking, have […]