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Sites & Exhibits

The FFA Historial & Ag Museum consists of two sites. Our main museum, located at 408 Main Street, offers two levels of exhibit space totaling over 4,000 sq. ft. The lower level is dedicated to agriculture and farming.

 

The Rural Iowa Heritage Center is the second site and is just a block away. This is the original site of the museum, which first opened in 1970.  Additional features of this site include a fire station, jail and log cabin.

Main Street Site

The main museum is located at 408 Main St. and has 4,000 square feet of display space. The lower level is dedicated to agriculture and farming. Exhibits are rotated every two years.

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Everything has a story

Whether they are simple or long and complicated they show us who we
are, where we have been, and what possibilities lay ahead for the future. Each year we select a story that highlights moments in the history of our state, nation, and world. Innovative exhibits amazing collections, and hands-on learning experiences help to illustrate the stories.

Ways to Get Involved

There are a variety of ways to support the museum. These include serving as a volunteer, making a financial contribution, donating supplies and materials, and donating artifacts and archival materials that help support the museum’s mission.

Donations

Your financial contributions help us develop new exhibits, offer a wide variety of educational programs for all ages, host field trips for local schools, and care for the museum’s collections and our facilities. We also welcome in-kind donations of supplies and materials. The museum accepts artifacts and archival materials on a discerning basis.

In Person

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By Phone

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Online

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Items

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Get Charged!

New exhibit for 2023!

Rusty Old Truck

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For Teachers

We'd love to have your class visit!

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Rural Iowa Heritage Center

Located on Chestnut Street, this location was the first site for the museum and originally housed the city's fire station and jailhouse. This site celebrates the life of pioneer families and rural communities, highlighting the role of agriculture and rural America in building our great nation.

What You May Expect

Our Museum continues to earn its reputation for educational and innovative exhibits that are designed for guests of all ages. Each year we offer a wide array of enrichment classes, hands-on learning activities and special guest speakers.

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