National Vice Commander to Visit Iowa March 16-19
Jerry Landkamer was elected as a national vice commander of The American Legion on Aug. 28, 2025, during the 106th National Convention in Tampa, FL.
To view his scheduled visits in Iowa, click on the link below.
District Conferences
District Conferences are a great opportunity for anyone seeking to learn more about The American Legion or wanting to get more involved. For information, click the link below.
Department Media Awards
The Department Media and Communications Committee hosts an annual Media Contest in four categories: single sheet newsletter, multiple sheet newsletter, electronic newsletter, and website/social media.
All submissions are due April 30, 2026, and publication must have occurred between May 1, 2025, and April 30, 2026.
2026 Department Convention
July 17-19, 2026
Holiday Inn Des Moines Airport & Conference Center
2026 National Convention
The National Convention will be held August 28-September 3, 2026, in Louisville, Kentucky.
For more information and registration forms, click the link below.
Job Opening
The Department of Iowa is currently seeking applicants for the position of Programs Director.
Interest applicants should submit an application and resumé.
For additional information, click the link below.
Veterans Day Message:
Commander Darrin Alderson
Christmas Open House
December 5, 2025
3:00 – 6:00 pm
Department Headquarters
Past Department Commander
Larry Swann
The Department of Iowa regrets to announce the death of Past Department Commander Larry Swann on December 8, 2025.
2026 National Regional Information Conference
January 31, 2026
Marriott East
7202 East 21st St
Indianapolis, IN 46219
Veterans Day at the Capitol
January 21, 2026
2026 Department Mid-Winter Conference
February 13-15, 2026
Holiday Inn Des Moines Airport & Conference Center
Commander’s Membership Message
January 12, 2026
Recent News & Updates
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National Vice Commander to Visit Iowa
Jerry Landkamer was elected as a national vice commander of The American Legion on Aug. 28, 2025, during the 106th National Convention in Tampa, Fla. A Vietnam veteran, Landkamer’s eligibility … Read more
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Commander’s Membership Message
Fellow Legionnaires and friends, At this point last year, our department stood stronger in numbers than we do today. As of now, we are 949 members behind where we were … Read more
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Commander’s Membership Message
Fellow Legionnaires, I want to take a moment to speak with you about the strength and future of our Post—our membership. As of today, we are 741 members behind where … Read more