Dec 2024
- RDG Planning & Design is reaching beyond boundaries to design a welcoming place that celebrates Iowa’s cultural richness.
- Grand opening scheduled for fall 2026.
Jan 2025
- 7 contractors replied to our request for bids. List was narrowed down to 2.
- Neuman Brothers chosen to lead the project!
Feb 2025
- Planning & Zoning mtg. Plans approved! On to the next step.
Mar 2025
- Highly productive meeting with our Druid Hill neighbors – we reached a mutual understanding of our respective missions. As part of our discussion, we offered to develop a landscaping plan that maintains their privacy while also facilitating smooth access for our guests, suppliers, and emergency services.
Apr 2025 – April has been a busy month & there’s still 2 weeks to go……
- We have happy neighbors & IACC supporters!
- Thank you Polk County! Not only has the Board of Supervisors unanimously approved our plan, they’re supporting us with a $1M grant!!
- Mayor & City Council unanimously approved our site plan!
- Bocce Ball Pavillion unveiled.
Inside
Outside
- RDG meeting this morning – finishing touches to the museum & lots of bushes, trees and flowers for the grounds.
- Check out our Youtube slideshow
May 2025
- RDG planning session – Explored lighting solutions & chose a stunning Italian crafted chandelier for the Pre-event room. Historical lighting fixtures will be restored to their original form. Donor recognition signage chosen as well as our Family Tree.
- Another step closer – reviewed schedule & permits with RDG & Neuman Bros. The Heritage Advisory group & many volunteers have stepped up to help with packing. All items should be out of the building the beginning of June. Groundbreaking to follow!