The Iowa Department American Legion Convention will be help July 21 to July 23, 2017 at the Holiday Inn Des Moines Airport/Conference Center, 6111 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA 50321. The purpose of the Convention is for the election of Department Officers, ratification of the Department Constitution & By-Laws, and for establishing the policies and positions of The American Legion. Reports will be given by the Department Commissions & Committees on American Legion programs and numerous awards will be presented.
Meeting Location & Headquarters Hotel
Holiday Inn Des Moines Airport/Conference Center
6111 Fleur Drive
Des Moines, Iowa 50321
515-287-2400
Rate: $99.00 (Currently Sold Out)
Ask for The American Legion rate when making reservations.
Department Convention Abbreviated Schedule:
Friday
10:00 am – Noon Commission/Committee Meetings
1:00 – 3:00 pm Convention Committee Meetings
4:00 – 6:00 pm American Legion General Session
7:00 – 9:00 pm Joint Session with Auxiliary & SAL
Saturday
9:00 – 11:30 am American Legion General Session
1:00 – 3:00 pm American Legion General Session
3:00 – 4:00 pm District Caucuses
5:00 – 6:00 pm Color Guard Contest
7:00 – 8:30 pm Iowa Military Veterans Band Concert
Sunday
8:00 – 9:00 am Memorial Service
9:00 am – Noon American Legion General Session
Harvey T. Rimel American Legion Post 141 