Living History Farms is an interactive outdoor museum which educates and connects all peoples to the many stories of Midwestern rural heritage.
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Exhibit—The Road to Liberty
The Men, Women, and Moments That Forged the United States Through December 2026 John Edward Smith Gallery (Kemin Cultivation Center) Included with General…
Fido on the Farms + Fun Run
We welcome dogs all season, and this is their special day! Saturday, August 29 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m. • All activities included with General Admission Bring your…
Fall Homeschool Day
The perfect opportunity for families to learn together! Friday, September 4 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Discounted admission if you buy ahead • Free for members You and…
Applefest
Everything’s coming up … apples! Saturday, September 26 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m. All activities included with General Admission • Advance tickets recommended Join us…
Farmstasia 2026
Celebrating America’s Harvest and America 250 Supporting our education programs Friday, October 2 • 5:30–8:30 p.m. Living History Farms Flynn Barn Join us for…
Victorian Funeral
Absent but dear… Saturday, October 3 • 1 p.m. at the Tangen Home Included with General Admission In 1876, a funeral was a pageant of honored traditions.…
Indigenous Iowans Day
Explore the native cultures that have shaped our state Saturday, October 10 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m. All activities included with General Admission As we celebrate the…
Family Halloween
A townful of treats for your little tricksters! ONE WEEKEND ONLY: October 23–25 Last tickets sold 30 minutes before closing Advance: $12 • $11 members • Under…
Living History Farms Race
Run 5 miles through 300 years of history! Saturday, November 7, 9 a.m. Registration opens August 1 Immerse yourself in rural Iowa landscapes for this…
Family Christmas
Join us for old-fashioned holiday fun! Saturday, December 5 • Noon-3 p.m. Advance: $12 • $11 members • Under 2 free At the door: $13 • $12 members • Under 2…
Living History Farms Spelling Bee
Living History Farms is now a regional partner in the Scripps National Spelling Bee Saturday, March 7 • 2 p.m. Emcee: WHO 13 News anchor/reporter Calyn…