Ames Public Art Tour (APArT) set for Nov. 15 Published on October 21, 2026 The City of Ames Public Art Commission (PAC) will launch the Ames Public Art Tour (APArT) from 2 to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 15, weather permitting. The event will offer community members an opportunity to view pieces from the city's public art inventory, learn about the public art process, and engage with commission members. Tagged as: , Events & Activities, Boards & Commissions, City News and Press Releases
Nominations Accepted for 2026 Humanitarian Award Published on September 21, 2026 The Ames Human Relations Commission (AHRC) is seeking nominations for its annual Humanitarian Award. Tagged as: , Boards & Commissions, City News and Press Releases
‘A Glimpse Inside’ Event Showcases Architecture and History in Ames Published on September 11, 2026 The City of Ames Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) joins several other organizations in hosting “A Glimpse Inside,” from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17. This one-day event showcases historic and architectural resources at 11 locations in historic downtown Ames, the Chautauqua and Ridgewood Addition National Register Historic District, and the Roosevelt neighborhood. Tagged as: , Events & Activities, Boards & Commissions, City News and Press Releases
Public Art Commission Photography Submissions for Contest Extended thr Published on August 06, 2026 The deadline for the Public Art Commission (PAC)’s Photography Contest has been extended to Tuesday, Sept. 15. PAC is seeking amateur and professional photographers of all ages who are Ames residents to submit digital photographs for use in PAC’s 2027 Calendar. The theme for the calendar is “Art Up Close.” Tagged as: , Boards & Commissions, City News and Press Releases
Volunteer Sought to Fill Public Art Commission Vacancy Published on August 04, 2026 Ames Mayor John Haila is seeking a volunteer to fill an open position on the Public Art Commission (PAC). The volunteer would fill out the remainder of the unexpired term, and the position would be eligible for reappointment. Tagged as: , Boards & Commissions, City News and Press Releases
Host Families Sought for Japanese Middle School Delegation Visit Published on July 10, 2026 Ames International Partner Cities Association (AIPCA) is seeking host families for a delegation of middle school students visiting from Koshu City, Japan. The City of Ames has enjoyed a partner city relationship with Koshu City for more than 30 years and has sent and received adult and youth delegations using the home-stay model. Tagged as: , Boards & Commissions, City News and Press Releases
Public Art Commission Accepting Photography Submissions for Contest th Published on June 04, 2026 Entries are now being accepted for the Public Art Commission (PAC)’s Photography Contest. PAC is seeking amateur and professional photographers of all ages who are Ames residents to submit digital photographs for use in PAC’s 2027 Calendar. The theme for the calendar is “Art Up Close.”A $50 honorarium will be awarded to the ph Tagged as: , Events & Activities, Boards & Commissions, City News and Press Releases
‘A Home for Everyone’ Award Presented to Martha’s House of Hope Published on April 21, 2026 The Ames Human Relations Commission (AHRC) presented its annual “A Home for Everyone” award to Martha’s House of Hope at a recent Ames City Council meeting. The award was accepted by Executive Director Tara Brown. Tagged as: , Boards & Commissions, City News and Press Releases
New Member Sought for Board of Review Published on April 03, 2026 The Ames Conference Board is seeking a volunteer to fill a vacancy on the Ames Board of Review. While any Ames resident is welcome to apply, the most successful candidates often have expertise in local real estate, architecture, or building trades. Board of Review members are appointed by the Ames Conference Board. Tagged as: , Boards & Commissions, City News and Press Releases
Ames 2026 Historic Preservation Award Nominations Now Open Published on February 02, 2026 The Ames Historic Preservation Commission is seeking nominations for the 2026 Preservation Awards Program. This program recognizes a variety of historic preservation activities, including work on building exteriors, site work, and other notable contributions to preservation in Ames. Tagged as: , Boards & Commissions, City News and Press Releases