Abstract The Iowa State Center was first proposed in 1954 by President Hilton. His vison was a driving power to create a cultural center on campus. The first building constructed was the C.Y. Stephens Auditorium from 1966-1969. Hilton coliseum was built shortly afterwards from 1968-1971. The Fisher Theater or Little Theater, was built from 1972-1973. Lastly, the Scheman Continuing Education Building was built from 1973-1975. All four buildings were funded entirely by donations. This collection...

Description of Material

This sub-group (1964-2004) contains photographs, slides, contact slides, and videos from performances and events at the Iowa State Center, ranging from Farm Aid, Neil Diamond, and the Republican Cavalcade. This collection also contains promotional materials including tickets, brochures, performance programs, and flyers.

Description of Material From the Sub-Group:

This sub-group (1955-2010) contains correspondence, photographs, and documents pertaining to the Iowa State Center including dedication programs, proposals, construction photographs, and financial records.

Description of Material From the Sub-Group:

This sub-group (1955-2010) contains correspondence, photographs, and documents pertaining to the Iowa State Center including dedication programs, proposals, construction photographs, and financial records.

Description of Material From the Sub-Group:

This sub-group (1955-2010) contains correspondence, photographs, and documents pertaining to the Iowa State Center including dedication programs, proposals, construction photographs, and financial records.

Description of Material From the Sub-Group:

This sub-group (1955-2010) contains correspondence, photographs, and documents pertaining to the Iowa State Center including dedication programs, proposals, construction photographs, and financial records.

Description of Material From the Sub-Group:

This sub-group (1955-2010) contains correspondence, photographs, and documents pertaining to the Iowa State Center including dedication programs, proposals, construction photographs, and financial records.

Description of Material From the Sub-Group:

This sub-group (1955-2010) contains correspondence, photographs, and documents pertaining to the Iowa State Center including dedication programs, proposals, construction photographs, and financial records.

Description of Material From the Sub-Group:

This sub-group (1955-2010) contains correspondence, photographs, and documents pertaining to the Iowa State Center including dedication programs, proposals, construction photographs, and financial records.

Description of Material From the Sub-Group:

This sub-group (1955-2010) contains correspondence, photographs, and documents pertaining to the Iowa State Center including dedication programs, proposals, construction photographs, and financial records.