African American Museum of Iowa to open exhibit on Black farming history

African American Museum of Iowa to open exhibit on Black farming history

The African American Museum of Iowa will open a new exhibit Oct. 17 exploring the connection between Black communities and agriculture.“Rooted: Labor, Land, & Legacy” examines farming’s role in Black communities’ efforts toward economic independence, cultural preservation and self-determination. The exhibit will feature Black farmers nationwide and in Iowa who are using agriculture to reclaim land, promote sustainability and address environmenta…