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Mail your contribution and completed Pledge Form to: Italian-American Cultural Ctr of IA, PO Box 4994, Des Moines IA 50305.
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Contact Jeff Lamberti at 515-964-8777 or email.
Archive for News
05
Dec 2025
Support Our Journey
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25
Oct 2025
Winding down the ramp ……..
It’s easy to see that even under construction, the timeless beauty of the Butler Mansion still shines through!
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27
Aug 2025
Thank You!
Dear Friends of the Center,
As we move toward October 2026, our hearts are filled with gratitude for everyone who has been by our side on this incredible journey. The Italian-American Cultural Center of Iowa will become a special place in our community because of your generosity, your hard work, and your unwavering support. Read more….
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21
Aug 2025
Family Histories Wanted
Your family history is part of our Italian-American community’s story. Together, we can preserve and celebrate those stories for future generations.
As part of the ongoing renovation of the Italian-American Cultural Center of Iowa, which will be completed in Fall 2026, a brand new Genealogy Room is being created. This space will offer resources to help you explore your Italian roots — and we’re also including a Genealogy Room Library to showcase family histories.
If you’ve already traced your Italian family story, we’d love for you to share a copy of your book, or tree to help grow this collection.
Questions? Reach out to Kathy at foggia@iaccofia.org
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19
Aug 2025
Flags
Several people have asked about the display of our flags and the order in which they are flown.
I would like to clarify this point.
Here is the rule regarding flying the US flag, a state flag, and a flag from another nation:
- When the flags are displayed on separate flagpoles, the US flag should be on its own to the left (to the observer) and should be flown at the same height when displayed with other National flags. Any US state flag should be placed on the far right (to the observer). See above for correct order (to the observer)
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23
Jul 2025
And so it begins…………
It was a true “Who’s Who” of city, county, and state leaders—complete with the Governor, the Mayor, and the Polk County Supervisors—all gathered with silver shovels in hand to celebrate our Groundbreaking!
Watch the WHO13 newscast here.
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15
Jul 2025
Be a Part of Our Family Tree
The Olive Tree: A Symbol of Family and Heritage
In Italian culture, the olive tree represents strength, resilience, and deep roots—much like the bonds of family. Just as the tree endures through generations, so too does the love and connection shared by family members. Strong, rooted, and ever-growing, the olive tree symbolizes the enduring legacy of our Italian heritage.
Your $200 tax-deductible donation purchases a 4” engraved leaf featuring three lines of personalized text – perfect for honoring, commemorating, or remembering a loved one.
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07
Jul 2025
Italian-American center says you don’t have to be Italian to enjoy its new Des Moines home
Read this great article by Kate Kealy of The Des Moines Register
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30
Jun 2025
IACC of IA Prepares to Break Ground on Long-Awaited Renovation
The renovation and expansion of an iconic white mansion that overlooks Gray’s Lake and downtown Des Moines is expected to begin this summer with much of the work completed by fall 2026.
Members of the Italian-American Cultural Center of Iowa have spent more than two years planning and raising money ……………..
Read more in our July Newsletter.
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