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Governor Branstad visits Heartland Acres Agribition Center in Independence

Heartland Acres welcomed Governor Branstad while he was in the area on business. The governor made time in his schedule to see what all was new at Heartland Acres for the coming tourist season. On this visit to Heartland Acres the Governor viewed a recently loaned 1954 Corvette Convertible in the Car Museum, a 1963 […]

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Heartland Acres Ice Fishing Derby and Chili Challenge set for Sunday, February 8 on Swan Lake

Sunday, February 8, 2015 is the date for the Heartland Acres Ice Fishing Derby and Chili Challenge at Heartland Acres in Independence, IA. “These events are an active way to get out and enjoy our Iowa winter and maybe catch a fish or two while you’re at it and sample some excellent chili made by […]

Heartland Acres Membership Drive

Become a Lifetime member at Heartland Acres and help support our agricultural heritage. If you haven’t joined yet please consider purchasing a lifetime membership with Heartland Acres today. Heartland Acres is a not-for- profit, charitable organization with a core mission to educate, entertain and enhance visitors lives with knowledge of our agricultural heritage and innovations. […]

Heartland Acres Barn Quilt Arrival

A total of four barn quilts are now in the works at Heartland Acres. Under the leadership of Buchanan County Extension & Outreach, the barn quilt program has seen several new orders since being revived last year. Two barn quilts were ordered by local residents in 2014 with the final one being completed in December. […]