The Veterans Memorial Building, managed by the Veterans Memorial Commission, is a historic landmark in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Opened in 1927, it serves as a significant memorial to veterans, featuring numerous tributes including a Grant Wood-designed stained glass "Memorial Window," a replica of the Iwo Jima Memorial, and a Cenotaph. The building houses a museum with artifacts spanning from the American Revolution to the Vietnam War, dedicated to preserving the history of Cedar Rapids area veterans. It also provides rental spaces for events, such as the Coliseum, Armory, and Ballroom, and hosts various veteran non-profit organizations. The building's mission is to honor and preserve the history of local veterans, offering free public access to its galleries and historical tours by appointment. Additionally, it includes a veterans' gym available to veterans and their spouses.
