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Stanley Center for Peace and Security

We recognize the inherent flaws with the profit-driven and privacy-invasive algorithms utilized by Facebook.

We partner with people, organizations, and the greater global community to drive policy progress in three issue areas—mitigating climate change, avoiding the use of nuclear weapons, and preventing mass violence and atrocities. The Stanley Center believes that the actions of individuals have impact outside of their immediate sphere of influence and that there exists a collective responsibility of a

ll people to one another, to our planet, and to building a just and sustainable future. While Facebook’s corporate approach stands in contrast to those beliefs, we feel an obligation to maintain a presence on the platform for the greater purpose of connecting with our community and inspiring action consistent with our shared responsibility.

06/01/2026

There will be no public tours of the Stanley Center building in June. Public tours will resume again on Tuesday, July 14, and take place on the second Tuesday of every month at 1 PM.

05/27/2026

We are excited to announce the premiere of "Barberman: The Alexander Clark Story," an original full-length play that brings to life the story of the longtime Muscatine resident and early leader in the struggle for equal rights in Iowa. 🎭

Featuring a full set, lighting, and costumes designed by University of Iowa theatre graduate students, the production will showcase eight actors telling Clark’s story.

The play, written by Cianon Jones and directed by Michael C. Flores, will be performed June 12–14, 2026, at Muscatine Community College.

🔹 Friday, June 12 @ 7 PM (with Q&A)
🔹 Saturday, June 13 @ 2 PM (no Q&A)
🔹 Saturday, June 13 @ 7 PM (with Q&A)
🔹 Sunday, June 14 @ 2 PM (with Q&A)

📍 Black Box Theater, Muscatine Community College, Iowa

This is a free event with a suggested donation.

Get tickets today to reserve your seat and experience "Barberman"!

Tickets ➡️ stnl.cr/barberman

The play is the result of a multi-year partnership for engaging the public with Alexander Clark’s story. The production of "Barberman" is co-organized by Stanley Center’s Global Education Program, Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine, UI Office of Community Engagement, UI Theatre Department, Iowa Arts Council, and Humanities Iowa.

04/15/2026

LIVING BUILDING TOURS - 2026 🌿

Take a public tour of the Stanley Center home, one of the most sustainable buildings in the world!

📍 304 Iowa Avenue, Muscatine, Iowa
🗓️ 2nd Tuesday of every month

The tour starts in the entrance of the building. No prior registration is required.

Here are our upcoming public tour dates in 2026:
✳️ May 12 at 10 AM
✳️ (No tours in June)
✳️ July 14 at 1 PM
✳️ August 11 at 1 PM
✳️ September 8 at 1 PM
✳️ October 13 at 1 PM
✳️ November 10 at 10 AM
✳️ December 8 at 10 AM

Learn about the Seven Petals of our Challenge project that truly make it a unique space from initial design to daily operation:
🌳 Place
💧 Water
💡 Energy
💚 Health + Happiness
🏗️ Materials
✊ Equity
🌷 Beauty

Read more: https://livingbuilding.stanleycenter.org/

04/08/2026

Thank you to all who joined us last week for a wonderful conversation with author Jarrett J. Krosoczka for our Global Education event, Inclusive Dialogue: The Things That Shape Our Stories!! Jarrett is an award-winning, New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of the graphic memoir, “Hey, Kiddo."

📖 “Hey, Kiddo” tells Jarrett's personal story of growing up in a multigenerational family impacted by substance abuse and how he finds healing through mentorship.

This year's Inclusive Dialogue was co-organized in partnership with the Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine, Muscatine Community College, and Musser Public Library!

04/06/2026

There will be no public tours of the Stanley Center building in April. Public tours will resume again on Tuesday, May 12, and take place on the second Tuesday of every month at 10 AM.

03/31/2026

There's still time to sign up for our event this Thursday! 🌟

Join us for a discussion with Jarrett J. Krosoczka, award-winning, New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of the graphic memoir, “Hey, Kiddo,” that tells his story of growing up in a multigenerational family impacted by substance abuse and how he finds healing through mentorship and art. 📢

📖 “Hey, Kiddo” is a profound invitation to reflect on the experiences that shape our stories. Register to join this community event in Muscatine!

🌟 Inclusive Dialogue: The Things That Shape Our Stories
📅 Thursday, April 2, 2026
🕕 6-8 PM (CDT)
📍 Merrill Hotel, Muscatine, Iowa

➡️ Learn more & register:
stnl.cr/inclusivedialogue

Co-organized in partnership with Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine, Muscatine Community College, and Musser Public Library.

03/16/2026

Do you want to be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to real-world change? 🌎

📢 The Stanley Center for Peace and Security seeks a part-time gardening assistant to contribute to the organization’s vision, mission, and strategic goals by planning, maintaining, and organizing the Stanley Center’s urban agriculture plantings with a focus on sustainability, native plants, and seasonal vegetables and fruits.

🌱 The selected candidate will demonstrate a commitment to our mission; knowledge of native plants, soil health, and sustainable gardening practices; and familiarity with indoor growing systems as well as outdoor gardening.

🏢 The position requires in-person work at the Stanley Center in Muscatine, Iowa.

✅ Apply today!

➡️ Learn more and apply:
https://stanleycenter.org/about/careers/gardening-assistant/

03/13/2026

Do you want to be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to real-world change? 🌎

📢 The Stanley Center for Peace and Security seeks a part-time operations administrative assistant to contribute to the organization's vision, mission, and strategic goals by ensuring that databases are updated accurately and timely, collaborating with the operations team, and completing various data driven responsibilities while communicating effectively in an open, professional manner.

💻 The selected candidate will demonstrate a commitment to our mission, experience with database systems, and careful attention to detail.

🏢 Office in Muscatine, Iowa.

✅ Apply today!

➡️ Learn more and apply:
https://stanleycenter.org/about/careers/ops-admin-assistant/

03/03/2026

Join us for a discussion with Jarrett J. Krosoczka, award-winning, New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of the graphic memoir, “Hey, Kiddo,” that tells his story of growing up in a multigenerational family impacted by substance abuse and how he finds healing through mentorship and art. 📢

📖 “Hey, Kiddo” is a profound invitation to reflect on the experiences that shape our stories. Register to join this community event in Muscatine!

🌟 Inclusive Dialogue: The Things That Shape Our Stories
📅 Thursday, April 2, 2026
🕕 6-8 PM (CDT)
📍 Merrill Hotel, Muscatine, Iowa

➡️ Learn more & register:
stnl.cr/inclusivedialogue

Co-organized in partnership with Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine, Muscatine Community College, and Musser Public Library.

03/02/2026

The Global Education Program at the Stanley Center is honored to host the second annual Muscatine Future Leaders Model UN Summit! 🌎

Last week, high school students from Iowa and China gathered at the Merrill Hotel to act as delegates to the United Nations; roleplay responses to a geopolitical crisis simulation; and learn about the UN, international relations, diplomacy, and current world issues.

Over 175 students from 11 Iowa high schools and 3 Chinese high school participated, along with college-age chairpersons from the United States and China.

Thank you to all of the students for embracing cross-cultural exchange and bringing their problem-solving and diplomatic skills to addressing global challenges!

The Model UN Summit is organized by Global Education at Stanley Center in partnership with the Sarah D. Lande US-China Friendship Education Company and the Hebei Association for International Exchange.

Learn more about Global Education at Stanley Center:
https://stanleycenter.org/global-education/

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