The gardens at Plum Grove are producing a harvest! The Johnson County Master Gardeners are preparing a feast to celebrate the three bountiful gardens at Plum Grove that are what remain of Friendly Lucas' three historical gardens: the Kitchen Garden, the Flower Garden, and the Wildflower Garden.
The Lucas Farms History Day is chock full of fun things to do around the Lucas Farms Neighborhood! Pony rides, free burgers and hotdogs, bicycle tours of the area and much more are all available. See below for a full schedule of events. The JCHS's contribution this
The annual Barn Tour is a yearly staple for Johnson County natives in the know. Barns around northern Johnson County are on our list to explore and experience in full! Don’t worry about the summer heat, the tour will travel in style in an air-conditioned motor coach.
Tomatoes will be plentiful this August at Plum Grove. If you want a taste of sun-ripened tomatoes (and some of the goodies made from them) come on over and grab a bite.
Early Americana: Planting and Harvesting Corn by Hand (1850s-1930s) This exhibit captures the time and tools between manually placing seeds into the ground and the high-tech mechanization of planting today. The early tools include grain seeders and hand corn planters with multiple mechanisms for release of the
Author Rachelle Chase (visit her website here) returns to the JCHS with her second book on Buxton: Creating the Black Utopia of Buxton, Iowa. Buxton, IA was a place of racial inclusion in a time when our country was anything but. Come to the JCHS's Community Room
Come experience history in a new way at the most mysterious time of year. Meet some of Johnson County's earliest residents at their final resting place. Emerging from the night in period costumes, they will tell tales of those buried in the East Union Mennonite Cemetery. Tours
Backpocket Brewing is hosting the Xtream Arena Open House! This open house is designed to answer questions from the public. Announcements will be made about naming rights for the Fieldhouse and the first event that will be held at the Arena!
The ArenaCo board members and Xtream Arena & GreenState Family Fieldhouse staff invite the community to come out to Vesta for a community open house. At this month's event, we will hear from Johnson County Historical Society Director, Alexandra McKendree about their eventual relocation into the new
The Coralville Aisle of Lights is an annual winter event perfectly suited to the dreary weather. The brightly lit luminarias around the city give a warmth and friendliness in the cold. The JCHS will have crafts, baked goods, and hot cider for you and your family! This
Celebration of History is an event designed for the diverse members of the JCHS. Think of it as our State of the Union Address. If you don't go to anything else, go to this. There's always good food and a good time had by all. Mr. Paul
This annual event in Coralville is a joy every year! Children, young and old, are invited to the River Landing to celebrate another blustery winter season. Held in just about every type of weather, the JCHS is participating by offering refreshments (often baked goods and hot cider)
UPDATE: This event has been postponed because of the coronavirus outbreak. More information will follow when possible. This annual event will feature delicious German food researched and provided by the Iowa City Historic Foodies. East Frisia, a cultural region that spans northwestern Germany, has a particular style
UPDATE: This event has been postponed because of the coronavirus outbreak. This event has been rescheduled for the 11th of October. This lecture, presented by Mike Flaherty, will provide a wealth of information about Melchoir Huebinger and his creation of the first Iowa road atlas. Melchoir Huebinger
UPDATE: This event has been postponed because of the coronavirus outbreak. More information will follow when possible. This event is the perfect opportunity for families to get out of the house over the long Memorial Day weekend. Kids can burn off some energy making crafts and running
UPDATE: This event has been postponed because of the coronavirus outbreak. More information will follow when possible. Cindy Peterson shares the stories and artifacts that uncover the history of Meskwaki migrations in the early 1800s. She'll use her 20+ years of research and first-hand experience in the
Notice: Activities have switched from the 27th! The Lucas Farms History Day is a festival just south of downtown Iowa City. Easily accessible, the festival includes free food, games, and much more! This event is part of a summer series highlighting the Meskwaki Nation and their history
UPDATE: This event has been cancelled because of the coronavirus outbreak. Look back next year for similar events! Celebrating 25 years of the Heritage Gardens! The annual celebration, hosted by the Johnson County Master Gardeners, is a tribute to Iowa’s history and food. Built in 1844, Plum
UPDATE: This event has been cancelled because of the coronavirus outbreak. Look back next year for similar events! The public is invited to sample tomatoes at the annual Tomato Taste at Plum Grove, hosted by the Master Gardeners of Johnson County. The Tomato Taste is a tribute
Tours at 3:00pm, 4:00pm, and 5:00pm Take a historic tour of personalities who are buried in Coralville's Oak Hill Cemetery. Visit the gravesites of former Coralville residents, community leaders, business people, and interesting characters. Coralville cemetery volunteers will "attempt to reveal information" at each site. Each walk
Purchase tickets here: https://givebutter.com/JCHScelebration2023 Tickets are $45 for JCHS Members, $50 for non-members. Or sponsor a table for eight for $300! Recognition will be given in the program and at the event! "History and Restoration of Wilson's" presentation by Paul Rasch. Thank to your Sponsor:
Join us at the Johnson County Historical Society Museum, located in the Xtreme Arena for games and fun!
Pat and Fran's Irish Pub does a Dine Out for Charity Event every Wednesday and they will feature JCHS as their recipient on February 28th and April 10th! Join us!
Pat and Fran's Irish Pub does a Dine Out for Charity Event every Wednesday and they will feature JCHS as their recipient on February 28th and April 10th! Join us!
200 E. 9th St. Suite 101
Xtreme Arena
Coralville, IA 52241
