The American Legion Memorial Building was dedicated on November 11, 1929. It is located at 201 Poplar Street, Atlantic. What has happened in the following 90 years? That is the topic for a program to be presented Sunday, January 20 beginning at 2 p.m.  Steve Livengood will trace the purpose and changes for the Building. It became the National Guard Armory early in the history. When the Guard sold it to the city of Atlantic for $1.00 there were many questions about the future.

Livengood called the Armory his Military home for 14 years 1987 to 2001. He arrived as a Supply Sergeant then added training director and finally administrator. He has been the caretaker and leader for renovation since Atlantic Rock Island Society Enterprise (ARISE) purchased the Building from the City. He knows all the ins and outs of the Building.

Planners of the American Legion Memorial Building intended that the community could put it to a variety of uses. Atlantic High School used it as a gym, youth groups held activities, businesses sponsored large meetings and community dances were held. Attendees at the program are invited to tell their non-military experiences.

Programs are planned for February 17, March 17 and April 28. Topics include prisoner of war camps in Iowa, military dogs and women in war. There is no fee but donations are welcome. More information is available on a web site, www.ariseAtlantic.org.