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.

OUR TEAM

Jordan DeGree

Executive Director

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Rachel Dilling

Communications

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Charlotte Harwood

Guest Services

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Bree Hernandez

Guest Services

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Wesley Harwood

Guest Services

Ian McMurchy

Guest Services

Rachel Spurling

Pottery Instructor

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Tom DeGree

Pottery Instructor

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Martha DeGree

Glass Instructor

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Connie Oertel

Glass Instructor

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Cori Burbach

City of Dubuque

President

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Eric Lucy

Impact Consulting

Vice-President

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Beth Rowe

DB&T

Treasurer

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Christina Rader

ReThink Marketing

Secretary

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Julie Bauer

Alliant Energy Foundation

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Kari Boutell

Iowa Council of Foundations

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Tim Johnstad

Cottingham & Butler

LOCATIONS

210 Jones St, Suite 100

Dubuque, Iowa 52001

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101 E 1st St

Monticello, Iowa 52310

(coming late 2021)

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COMMUNITY-POWERED

As a nonprofit organization, Creative Adventure Lab relies on the generosity of our community.

Sponsorships by forward-thinking businesses, individuals, and foundations allow us to support creative equity through our Play Free(ly) Project and develop new and exciting activities for visitors.

FAMILY MEMBERSHIPS

There's no better way to explore our hands-on Play Labs than with a family membership. Great for parents and grandparents!