The Cultural Caucus

"Imagine Iowa 2010: Great Places"

Cultural Caucus Public Celebration Schedule of Events

8:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Registration, refreshments, performances and visual arts presentations. Visit Imagine Iowa 2010 Success Stories representatives. Explore museum exhibits and store.

10:30 - 12:00 p.m.
» Welcome/Opening Remarks by Anita Walker, Director, Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs.

» Presentation of Imagine Iowa Success Stories & Announcement of Cultural & Entertainment Districts

» Entertainment by Las Guitarras de Mexico, Arts a la Carte, and Unyted Naytionz

12:00 - 12:45 p.m.
Lunch and entertainment by Unyted Naytionz

12:45 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Keynote speaker Thomas Hylton, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author of Save Our Land, Save Our Towns.

» Special Imagine Iowa 2010 presentation and unveiling of the state's new cultural plan.

» Dessert! Entertainment by Unyted Naytionz.

2:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Cultural Advocacy Workshop by Iowa Cultural Coalition

 
Learn how others have made a difference in the cultural life of Iowans.
Cultural organizations, individuals and community groups are leading the way in Iowa. Hear about culture-based programs, events and entrepreneurships that succeed in Iowa. Take these lessons home to replicate them in your community.