Heartland Acres Agribition Center is an approved 501(c)(3) (tax exempt) non-profit corporation. Heartland Acres is committed to
the introduction and/or enhancement of visitor’s
knowledge of agricultural related initiatives from
the past, present and future.
For a more in depth look at the
pieces that make Heartland Acres so appealing see
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Visitor's Center ] This state of the art
complex will boast ammenties not found anywhere else
on Highway 20 between I-35 and Dubuque. It will be
located just 40 minutes North of Cedar Rapids, just
20 minutes East of Waterloo.
The center features opportunities for relaxation,
tourist information, and access to the whole Heartland
Agribition complex. Take a load off while strolling
down the nature trail, visiting the gift shop, or
utilizing the community room/theater. |
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Salute to Agriculture ]
Welcome to what will be North America's premier center
for agricultural information exchange! You'll be able
to see the latest in new equipment testing, crop test
plots and animal breeding improvements, and learn
what others are doing and how it may improve your
operations.
Our multi-structure agriculture exhibit will kick
off with a taste of yesterday...and a hint of tomorrow!
From antique tractors and farm equipment to modern
equipment that makes farming easier and more economical.
Our local farm collectors and dealers are enthusiastic
about showcasing their farm equipment. You'll be able
to see the advancements in farm equipment from beginning
to end.
By partnering with leading seed producers, local
agriculture groups, and soybean growers we'll be able
keep our test plots active. Here you'll see demonstrations
of the latest crop techniques, and up close views
of a variety of crops. |
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The complex will also features live farm
animals in a exhibition environment. Visitors will have
the opportunity to observe feeding, animal care, and
in some cases even interact with the livestock.
Individual display areas will serve as educational
tools on the care and by-products from the animals.
Livestock on display will range from dairy and beef
cattle, to sheep, to swine, to horses. |
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[ Gateway
to the Past ] Local groups will proudly display
priceless memorbilia to showcase the history of our
county in one of the many exhibition style facilities
of Heartland Acres.
Artifacts ranging from materials found in old schools,
machine sheds, general stores, train depots, doctor's
office, and much, much more! |
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[ Cars of
Yesteryear ] Heartland Acres will be proud
to welcome you to a unique automotive experience.
The exhibit will feature a remarkable collection of
cars, including what are considered to be some of
the greatest cars ever made... from turn of the century
to early 60's.
The exhibit will be made possible thanks to various
collectors of classic cars and car clubs. |
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[ Amish Country
Tours ] Step back to an earlier, slow pace
of life as you'll be able to tour the Amish countryside.
The Amish are a devout and private people who farm
with horses and travel about by horse and buggy. Buchanan
County has one of the largest Amish communities in
the nation.
Each tour will visit some of the nearly forty shops
in the community. Quilts, crafts, handmade furniture,
baked goods, and harness supplies are just a few of
the items available. |
