Creativity is one of humankind's greatest gifts. It allows us to see beyond what IS and imagine what CAN BE...
- Jordan DeGree, Founder
Creative Adventure Lab
OUR MISSION
Creative Adventure Lab delivers play-based experiences that build creativity and empower the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and change-makers.
BRIEF HISTORY
Creative Adventure Lab was founded by Jordan DeGree in 2008, in Dubuque, IA.
As a teacher, Jordan saw firsthand how creative energy could spark positive change in students. He envisioned an organization that could use creativity to help build a better, stronger community.
Many years later, Creative Adventure Lab continues to develop new and exciting ways to ignite the creative spark in both kids and adults.
LOCATION
Creative Adventure Lab is housed within the Dubuque Idea Campus, a mixed use development in Downtown Dubuque that offers opportunities for play, work, and learning.
Visit Creative Adventure Lab at:
210 Jones St, Door C
Dubuque, Iowa 52001​​​
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Michelle Becwar
Dupaco Credit Union
President
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Stephanie Willenbring
UMB Bank
Vice President
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Andy Kitslaar
Alliant Energy Foundation
Treasurer
​Rebecca Undem
Growing Small Towns
Secretary​​​
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Steven Stodden
HODGE
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Robert Abbott
Innovate120​​
PART OF A WHOLE
Creative Adventure Lab is an IDEA BRIGHT initiative. Idea Bright is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that designs, tests, and scales ideas that help individuals and communities thrive.
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In addition to running Creative Adventure Lab, Idea Bright manages a network of coworking spaces called Innovation Labs and promotes rural entrepreneurship through the Rural Ideas Network.
COMMUNITY-POWERED
As a nonprofit organization, Creative Adventure Lab relies on the generosity of our community.
Sponsorships and donations by forward-thinking businesses, individuals, and foundations allow us to support creative equity through our Creative Adventures for All initiative and develop new and exciting activities for visitors.
