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An inside look at the new Ames History Museum

By Charity Nebbe,
Samantha McIntosh, Madeleine Willis
Published May 7, 2025 at 7:00 AM CDT
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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

The recently expanded Ames History Museum is full of surprises for all generations.

The Ames History Museum had its grand reopening in October 2024, following a years long, $4.5 million expansion and renovation project.

On this episode, we take a tour of the museum's permanent exhibit and archives, with executive director Casie Vance, exhibits manager Alex Fejfer, and longtime volunteer and former Ames Historical Society board president Kathy Svec.

Guests:

  • Casie Vance, executive director, Ames History Museum
  • Alex Fejfar, exhibits manager, Ames History Museum
  • Kathy Svec, volunteer, former board president, Ames History Museum
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Charity Nebbe
Charity Nebbe is the host of 'Talk of Iowa'. She also hosts IPR's podcasts 'Garden Variety' and 'Unsettled'. Since 2010, Nebbe has interviewed, conversed with, and shared ideas from guests of all backgrounds and locations, and has helped listeners better understand, appreciate, and explore their state and the world around them. Nebbe has a bachelor's degree from Iowa State University.
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Samantha McIntosh
Samantha McIntosh is a talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from St. Cloud State University. Since 2022, McIntosh has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.
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Madeleine Willis
Madeleine Willis is IPR's Production Assistant supporting the talk shows and The Sunny Side Project. Willis has experience in audio production, reporting, writing and editing stories and conversations. She's reported and produced conversations on womanhood, sports, and good news from across Iowa. Willis will receive her bachelors degree from the University of Iowa in May 2025.
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