About the Iowa Rock' n Roll Music Association
The state of Iowa has a long history of contributions to the world of Rock ‘n Roll. It all began in the late 1950s when the genre was in its infancy. As teenagers embraced “their music,” forward-thinking adults recognized the developing trend and helped pioneer that which was not to be denied. Radio stations began playing the new music, the grand ballrooms and road houses that dotted the state began staging teen hops and nearly every town in the state boasted at least one Rock ‘n Roll band.
The Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Music Association (IRRMA) was created in 1997 to retain and honor the legacy of Iowa Rock ‘n Roll and preserve its history. Today IRRMA boasts a free statewide educational program that takes the history and music to Iowa’s young in their schools, churches and youth groups. IRRMA sponsors Rock ‘n Roll entertainment at venues throughout the state. Each Labor Day weekend it honors the bands, musicians, radio stations, ballrooms, music stores and individuals who have made significant contributions to Rock ‘n Roll by inducting them into its Hall of Fame.
Our Mission: To retain and honor the legacy of Rock 'n Roll and preserve the history of music in the state of Iowa.
The Organization: The Iowa Rock 'n Roll Music Association is incorporated in the State of Iowa as a non-profit organization for the purpose of;
(1) Establishing, administering and providing education and entertainment services such as conducting entertainment exhibitions, annual concerts and events dedicated to and associated with Iowa Rock 'n Roll Music.
(2) Establish, administer and promote a Hall of Fame Museum for the purpose of honoring and perpetuating the names and accomplishments of Artists, Establishments, Establishment Owners, Media personalities, Song Writers, Record Companies, Managers, Agencies and all those whose dedication and contributions had an impact, influence and brought lasting fame on Rock and Roll Music within the State of Iowa.
Permanent archives shall be established and maintained for the collection and display of memorabilia related to the lives and accomplishments of those selected for induction in the first ever, Iowa Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame and others who have participated in the industry through the years. Inductions to generally take place annually .
Our Museum is located at
91 Lake Street, PO Box 557,
Arnolds Park Iowa, 51331
Phone 712-332-6540
The office for Executive Administrator Doris Welle is in the Cragar Building in Milford at 712-338-2096.
To make an IRRHOF Nomination CLICK HERE
