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Upcoming Events

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Devastation of a coastal aquifer from the most powerful storm ever: a story of resilience and recovery

Friday, December 12, 2025 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Stanley Hydraulics Laboratory
The northwest Pacific Ocean is a hot spot for sea level rise and increasing frequency of stronger storms. It is where Supertyphoon Haiyan formed, the strongest storm on record to hit land, which provided a window into the hydrologic impacts of an extreme storm.
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West Liberty Science Night

Thursday, April 2, 2026 5:30pm to 7:30pm
West Liberty Elementary School

K-4 children and parents are invited to the West Liberty Science Night on Thursday, April 2nd!

Join us for a fun-filled night of interactive science demonstrations and activities provided by various organizations, including IIHR—Hydroscience & Engineering and the Iowa Flood Center.

We hope to see you there!

Past Events

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ISAC Annual Conference

Friday, August 22, 2025 (all day)
Veterans Memorial Community Choice Convention Center
Join us on August 20-22 for the ISAC Annual Conference taking place in person at the Veteran’s Memorial Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center. Each August, ISAC brings together county officials and employees from across the state for this educational conference.
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2025 Iowa Water Conference

Tuesday, September 9 to Wednesday, September 10, 2025 (all day)
FFA Enrichment Center

Join us for the 19th annual Iowa Water Conference! The overarching conference theme is “Life Depends on Water. Water Depends on You.” As the Iowa Water Center celebrates its 60-year anniversary, we contemplate the progress made, as well as the goals that have been so far, out of reach. As water professionals and community members, we all play a part in protecting our waters. Creating a resilient water cycle is critical and relies on a systems approach, recognizing the connection between water...

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2025 Iowa Water Conference

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 (all day)
FFA Enrichment Center

Join us for the 19th annual Iowa Water Conference! The overarching conference theme is “Life Depends on Water. Water Depends on You.” As the Iowa Water Center celebrates its 60-year anniversary, we contemplate the progress made, as well as the goals that have been so far, out of reach. As water professionals and community members, we all play a part in protecting our waters. Creating a resilient water cycle is critical and relies on a systems approach, recognizing the connection between water...

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Women and Water

Sunday, September 14, 2025 1:00pm to 4:00pm
The National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium (Train Depot)
Hosted by the Delaware and Dubuque Chapter of Women, Land & Legacy, this free public event celebrates the vital role women play in water conservation, education, and leadership — especially here in the Maquoketa Watershed and Eastern Iowa.
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2025 Iowa League of Cities Annual Conference and Exhibit

Wednesday, September 17 to Friday, September 19, 2025 (all day)
Community Choice Convention Center
Join us at the Iowa League of Cities Annual Conference for three days of learning, connection, and conversation with city leaders from across the state. Be sure to stop by the IIHR booth to learn more about our work and say hello! Don't miss a compelling talk featuring IIHR Director Larry Weber and Kevin Robinson from the City of Spencer as they share insights from one of Iowa’s most significant recent flood events.
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2025 Iowa League of Cities Annual Conference and Exhibit

Thursday, September 18 to Friday, September 19, 2025 (all day)
Community Choice Convention Center
Join us at the Iowa League of Cities Annual Conference for three days of learning, connection, and conversation with city leaders from across the state. Be sure to stop by the IIHR booth to learn more about our work and say hello! Don't miss a compelling talk featuring IIHR Director Larry Weber and Kevin Robinson from the City of Spencer as they share insights from one of Iowa’s most significant recent flood events.
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2025 Iowa League of Cities Annual Conference and Exhibit

Friday, September 19, 2025 (all day)
Community Choice Convention Center
Join us at the Iowa League of Cities Annual Conference for three days of learning, connection, and conversation with city leaders from across the state. Be sure to stop by the IIHR booth to learn more about our work and say hello! Don't miss a compelling talk featuring IIHR Director Larry Weber and Kevin Robinson from the City of Spencer as they share insights from one of Iowa’s most significant recent flood events.
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Read Aloud at the Lagoon Shelter House: Tending Iowa's Land

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 10:00am to 2:00pm
Lagoon Shelter House

Iowa has stories to tell: hard lessons learned from soil loss, compromised water quality, and fragmented natural systems, but also proven solutions built on knowing and doing better that are ready to scale up.

In Tending Iowa's Land, local researcher and writer Cornelia Mutel offers a collection of essays and personal stories from experts and everyday people that prove the challenges and explore the pathways to a regenerative future for our natural environment.

Help give voice to these stories on...

Waters of the United States: POTUS, SCOTUS, WOTUS, and the Politics of a National Resource with Royal C. Gardner  promotional image

Waters of the United States: POTUS, SCOTUS, WOTUS, and the Politics of a National Resource with Royal C. Gardner

Friday, October 10, 2025 12:45pm to 2:00pm
Boyd Law Building
Waters of the United States is an unprecedented exploration of the history of the 'waters of the United States'—and its importance for today’s efforts to conserve a critical natural resource.
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Cedar Valley Family STEM Festival

Thursday, October 16, 2025 4:00pm to 7:00pm
Wartburg College

Get ready to dive into the thrilling world of STEM with us at our upcoming festival, where the wonders of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) come alive for students and families across Iowa! This vibrant celebration is not just about fun; it's about igniting a passion for learning and discovery in our youth. Explore hands-on activities that spark curiosity, while raising awareness of the importance of STEM-related educational and career opportunities for families. So, come...