The name Finkbine is known to most Iowa Citians thanks to the UI golf course. The course was named after the man who donated the land for the course to the University. Who were the Finkbines? The...
Presented by local historian Tom Schulein, "The Remarkable Irish Family" tells the story of the patriarch Frederick Macy Irish, best known as "Captain" Irish, and the notable...
Have you ever wondered about your family tree? Not sure how to start searching for your ancestors? Join us for a virtual Introduction to Genealogy. We will take you through what questions to ask,...
Hear the 175 year old story of this modest neighborhood with a rich history! Lucas Farms Neighborhood sits on the original farmland of Iowa's first Territorial Governor, Robert Lucas. Judy...
Standard bred horse-racing was all the rage at the beginning of the 20th Century. ICPL Librarian Anne Mangano shares her research on Larry Ginter, Iowa City's most famous race horse.
When the wave of urban renewal arrived in Iowa City in the late 1960s, Dr. Oscar Beasley took notice and began photographing the downtown area's oldest buildings. He continued to document...
RAGBRAI veterans share their memories of Iowa City's participation on the largest one week bicycle ride on the planet. Speakers include Larry Fitzpatrick, Barb Goff, Gordon Goldsmith, and...
Up until 1993, Iowa was devoted to an unusual form of women's sport known as 6-on-6 girls' basketball. To mark the 25th anniversary of the final season, Iowa Women's Archives staff...
The Secrest 1883 Octagonal Barn is one of the oldest and largest round barns in the United States. Its current owner, Rich Tyler, shares the story of the barn's history and preservation. He...
