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SUMMARY:Genealogy Week: This is My Story
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Amana Heritage Museum Auditorium for a variety of talks and discussions about heritage in the Amana Colonies on March 9-13th beginning daily* at 9am. Get a close look at specific people and families who lived during the Communal Era and after and explore the Amana Family Tree as a group with staff and volunteers! These events are FREE and open to the public. \n*Once the schedule is finalized\, days and times will be updated and announced. Please stay tuned here and on Facebook for those details! \n  \nWe want to hear your story! Are you interested in being one of our speakers? Please contact Jon or Elise at amanaheritage@southslope.net / heritageprograms@southslope.net or 319-622-3567!
URL:https://amanaheritage.org/event/genealogy-week-this-is-my-story-3/
LOCATION:Amana Heritage Museum\, 705 44th Ave\, Amana\, IA\, 52203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Amana Heritage Musem,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T200000
DTSTAMP:20260116T175330Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Fundraiser: Spring Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Amana Heritage Society Annual Spring Fundraiser Dinner at the Ox Yoke Inn on Friday\, March 13th\, 2026. Doors open at 5:30pm and dinner will begin at 7pm. Raffle drawings and silent auction winner announcements will be done after the meal. You do not need to be present to win. Your $125 ticket provides you two dinners and one entry in the raffle drawing for Amana Society\, Inc. gift certificates. Tickets can be purchased at this link! \nQuestions? Email us at amanaheritage@southslope.net or call the office at (319) 622-3567. \n*In case of inclement weather\, the Rain Date for this event is Saturday\, March 14th
URL:https://amanaheritage.org/event/annual-fundraiser-spring-dinner/
LOCATION:Ox Yoke Inn\, 4420 220th Trail\, Amana\, 52203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T120000
DTSTAMP:20260210T214412Z
CREATED:20260210T213644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T214412Z
UID:3237-1774087200-1774094400@amanaheritage.org
SUMMARY:Easter Traditions Class: March 21\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, March 21st\, 2026\, for an Easter Traditions class at the Homestead Folk Art Museum. During this class\, from 10am-12pm\, we will talk about spring holiday traditions in the Amana Colonies while learning how to dye Amana Glue Eggs. Whether have never made Amana Glue Eggs before and want to learn\, or you want a fun way to add to your existing collection\, this class is for everyone. We will make glue eggs\, then take a break and decorate some cookies and chat. At the end\, everyone will get to take home a few cookies and a dozen Amana Glue Eggs! Purchase Tickets here. \n  \nThis class will be offered twice this year: on March 21st and March 28th. There is a class size limit of 12 persons. If you have questions about this class\, please reach out to our Program Director at heritageprograms@southslope.net.
URL:https://amanaheritage.org/event/easter-traditions-class-2/
LOCATION:Homestead Folk Art Museum\, 4430 V Street\, Homestead\, IA\, 52236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homestead Folk Art Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T120000
DTSTAMP:20260210T214336Z
CREATED:20260210T214336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T214336Z
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SUMMARY:Easter Traditions Class: March 28\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, March 28th\, 2026\, for an Easter Traditions class at the Homestead Folk Art Museum. During this class\, from 10am-12pm\, we will talk about spring holiday traditions in the Amana Colonies while learning how to dye Amana Glue Eggs. Whether have never made Amana Glue Eggs before and want to learn\, or you want a fun way to add to your existing collection\, this class is for everyone. We will make glue eggs\, then take a break and decorate some cookies and chat. At the end\, everyone will get to take home a few cookies and a dozen Amana Glue Eggs! Purchase Tickets here. \n  \nThis class will be offered twice this year: on March 21st and March 28th. There is a class size limit of 12 persons. If you have questions about this class\, please reach out to our Program Director at heritageprograms@southslope.net.
URL:https://amanaheritage.org/event/easter-traditions-class-march-28-2026/
LOCATION:Homestead Folk Art Museum\, 4430 V Street\, Homestead\, IA\, 52236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homestead Folk Art Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T100000
DTSTAMP:20260210T195234Z
CREATED:20250421T155851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T195234Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Easter Basket Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday\, April 4th at 9am at the Amana Heritage Museum\, 705 44th Ave Amana\, IA. Each child will receive an Easter basket filled with goodies\, and the Easter Bunny will be here with us! For ages 12 and below. Please be aware that baskets contain small toys and candy and children should always be supervised. Cost is $8/child; tickets must be purchased in advance. \n  \nTickets support the Amana Heritage Museum to continue to Preserve\, Interpret\, and Share the Cultural Heritage of the Amana Colonies! \n  \nPlease contact Elise at heritageprograms@southslope.net with any questions!
URL:https://amanaheritage.org/event/annual-easter-basket-hunt-2/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Amana Heritage Musem
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T220056Z
CREATED:20260409T220056Z
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UID:3355-1775926800-1775934000@amanaheritage.org
SUMMARY:Amana Trivia Night at the Ox Yoke Inn
DESCRIPTION:Come have some fun with us this Saturday evening at the Ox Yoke Inn! Enjoy an all-you-can-eat pizza buffet while we host Amana Trivia in the High Amana Room\, right next to the Bierstube in the basement. The Pizza Buffet runs from 4pm-7pm and we will start Amana Trivia at 5pm. See you there!
URL:https://amanaheritage.org/event/amana-trivia-night-at-the-ox-yoke-inn/
LOCATION:Ox Yoke Inn\, 4420 220th Trail\, Amana\, 52203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Friday\, April 17\, 2026 - Communal Meal
DESCRIPTION:Communal Kitchen Museum – Middle Amana \n5:30pm\, Communal Meal \nJoin us to kick off “Take A Bite” Weekend on Friday\, April 17th\, 2026\, at 5:30pm for an authentic dinner in the Communal Kitchen Museum. Check in begins at 5pm\, with the meal served at 5:30pm. During the meal\, a tour guide will talk about the Communal Kitchen and give historical context\, and a tour of the attached home museum is offered after the meal is over for any guests who wish to stay! Reservations are required and space is limited. Tickets are $35 per person – amanaheritage.org \nGet Tickets Here! \n  \nMenu: \n\nBoiling Beef\nCreamy Amana Spinach\nCooked Horseradish\nCrumb Potatoes\nPickled Beets\nCucumber Salad\nBunny Cookies\n\n  \nPlease let us know if you have any allergies or dietary restrictions before the meal in order for us to work out accommodations. Call or email heritageprograms@southslope.net or 319-622-3567.
URL:https://amanaheritage.org/event/friday-april-17-2026-communal-meal/
LOCATION:Communal Kitchen Museum & Cooper Shop\, 1003 26th Ave\, Middle Amana\, IA\, 52307\, United States
CATEGORIES:Communal Kitchen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260601T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260601T193000
DTSTAMP:20260504T210756Z
CREATED:20260504T210756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T210756Z
UID:3399-1780335000-1780342200@amanaheritage.org
SUMMARY:Craft Nights at the Homestead Folk Art Museum
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an open Craft Night at the Homestead Folk Art Museum on the first Monday of every month June-October from 5:30pm-7:30pm. This event is FREE and no experience is necessary! Bring your own craft to work on or try out something new with supplies we have on hand at the Folk Art Museum. In addition to a small collection of extra supplies\, we will have crafting kits of various kinds for sale at the Homestead Folk Art Museum\, alongside our regular museum gift shop items like cookbooks\, artwork\, and more. \n  \nHomestead Folk Art Museum \n4430 V Street \nHomestead\, IA 52236 \n5:30pm-7:30pm \n\nMonday\, June 1st\, 2026\nMonday\, July 6\, 2026\nMonday\, August 3\, 2026\nMonday\, September 7\, 2026\nMonday\, October 5\, 2026\n\n  \nRelax and visit with other artsy folks while you work! Crafting is a fun\, relaxing hobby that improves fine motor skills and relieves stress. Keep heritage traditions alive with us!
URL:https://amanaheritage.org/event/craft-nights-at-the-homestead-folk-art-museum/2026-06-01/
LOCATION:Homestead Folk Art Museum\, 4430 V Street\, Homestead\, IA\, 52236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homestead Folk Art Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204056Z
CREATED:20260401T184311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T204056Z
UID:3305-1781285400-1781292600@amanaheritage.org
SUMMARY:Friday\, June 12\, 2026 - Communal Meal
DESCRIPTION:Communal Kitchen Museum – Middle Amana \n5:30pm\, Communal Meal \nJoin us on Friday\, June 12th\, 2026\, at 5:30pm for an authentic dinner in the Communal Kitchen Museum. Check in begins at 5pm\, with the meal served at 5:30pm. During the meal\, a tour guide will talk about the Communal Kitchen and give historical context\, and a tour of the attached home museum is offered after the meal is over for any guests who wish to stay! Reservations are required and space is limited. Tickets are $35 per person – amanaheritage.org \nTickets can be purchased here! \n  \nMenu: \n\nSwabian Meat Patties\nPan Gravy\nFried Potatoes\nHot Red Cabbage\n2 Cold Sides + 1 Dessert\n\n  \nPlease let us know if you have any allergies or dietary restrictions before the meal in order for us to work out accommodations. Call or email heritageprograms@southslope.net or 319-622-3567.
URL:https://amanaheritage.org/event/friday-june-12-2026-communal-meal/
LOCATION:Communal Kitchen Museum & Cooper Shop\, 1003 26th Ave\, Middle Amana\, IA\, 52307\, United States
CATEGORIES:Communal Kitchen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204947Z
CREATED:20260401T185458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T204947Z
UID:3307-1782495000-1782502200@amanaheritage.org
SUMMARY:Friday\, June 26\, 2026 - Communal Meal
DESCRIPTION:Communal Kitchen Museum – Middle Amana \n5:30pm\, Communal Meal \nJoin us on Friday\, June 26th\, 2026\, at 5:30pm for an authentic dinner in the Communal Kitchen Museum. Check in begins at 5pm\, with the meal served at 5:30pm. During the meal\, a tour guide will talk about the Communal Kitchen and give historical context\, and a tour of the attached home museum is offered after the meal is over for any guests who wish to stay! Reservations are required and space is limited. Tickets are $35 per person – amanaheritage.org \nTickets can be purchased here! \n  \nMenu: \n\nBreaded Pork Loin\nCreamed Potatoes\nHot Sauerkraut\n2 Cold Sides + 1 Dessert\n\n  \nPlease let us know if you have any allergies or dietary restrictions before the meal in order for us to work out accommodations. Call or email heritageprograms@southslope.net or 319-622-3567.
URL:https://amanaheritage.org/event/friday-june-26-2026-communal-meal/
LOCATION:Communal Kitchen Museum & Cooper Shop\, 1003 26th Ave\, Middle Amana\, IA\, 52307\, United States
CATEGORIES:Communal Kitchen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260706T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260706T193000
DTSTAMP:20260504T210756Z
CREATED:20260504T210756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T210756Z
UID:3401-1783359000-1783366200@amanaheritage.org
SUMMARY:Craft Nights at the Homestead Folk Art Museum
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an open Craft Night at the Homestead Folk Art Museum on the first Monday of every month June-October from 5:30pm-7:30pm. This event is FREE and no experience is necessary! Bring your own craft to work on or try out something new with supplies we have on hand at the Folk Art Museum. In addition to a small collection of extra supplies\, we will have crafting kits of various kinds for sale at the Homestead Folk Art Museum\, alongside our regular museum gift shop items like cookbooks\, artwork\, and more. \n  \nHomestead Folk Art Museum \n4430 V Street \nHomestead\, IA 52236 \n5:30pm-7:30pm \n\nMonday\, June 1st\, 2026\nMonday\, July 6\, 2026\nMonday\, August 3\, 2026\nMonday\, September 7\, 2026\nMonday\, October 5\, 2026\n\n  \nRelax and visit with other artsy folks while you work! Crafting is a fun\, relaxing hobby that improves fine motor skills and relieves stress. Keep heritage traditions alive with us!
URL:https://amanaheritage.org/event/craft-nights-at-the-homestead-folk-art-museum/2026-07-06/
LOCATION:Homestead Folk Art Museum\, 4430 V Street\, Homestead\, IA\, 52236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homestead Folk Art Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T180000
DTSTAMP:20260616T153029Z
CREATED:20260415T194800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T153029Z
UID:3377-1783789200-1783792800@amanaheritage.org
SUMMARY:Zither Concert
DESCRIPTION:Updated Time and Location! \n  \nSaturday\, July 11\, 2026 \n5:00pm-6:00pm \nHomestead Welfare Club\, \n4215 V Street\, Homestead \n  \nWe are thrilled to share that Anne Prinz of Zither International\, one of the world’s leading experts in zither performance and history\, will return to the Amana Colonies in July 2026 for a special zither concert at the Homestead Village Church Museum to help support its restoration!\nAnne has performed in the Amanas over the years and spent time this past July working in the Amana Heritage Museum archives\, studying our extensive zither music collection. She will be joined by fellow musician Karen Hinnah\, and together they will present an unforgettable concert on Saturday\, July 11th\, 5:00pm. \n  \nGet Tickets Here! \n$20 Ticket Price; $15 for AHS Members
URL:https://amanaheritage.org/event/zither-concert/
LOCATION:Homestead Village Church Museum\, 4210 V Street\, Homestead\, IA\, 52236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Amana Community Church,Featured
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