Heritage Park of North Iowa is a 91-acre site located on the South edge of Forest City, Iowa. The Park is dedicated to the preservation of America's rural heritage. Heritage Park of North Iowa was formed in the fall of 1999 by the Winnebago Historical Society, Inc. and includes the combining of several North Iowa organization efforts to preserve the history of rural America.

What Will I See?

Rare Steam Engines	Prairie Tractors
Wheel Gas Tractors	Draft Horses

What sorts of demonstrations are there?

House moving, Grain threshing, log sawing, plowing, ensilage cutting, oat hulling, shingle making, cord wood sawing, horsepower testing, corn shredding, corn binding, baling, lumber planing, rock crushing, feed grinding, corn shelling, rope making, ice cream making and much more.

What does it cost?

The people who display their equipment, artifacts and horses at Heritage Park of North Iowa do so at their own expense. They are enthusiastic about their hobby and are more than willing to answer any question concerning their display. The physical facility, insurance, advertising, fuel, entertainment, barn dancing and horses are for the primary benefit and convenience of spectators. Admission wristbands are sold at each show. The fees differ from event to event, so check the event flyer for prices. In any case, children 12 and under are always admitted free. The wristband is good for both days of each event. Souvenirs buttons as well as other promotional items are also available for purchase at a nominal cost. Revenues received from admissions and souvenir items sold are used strictly to cover expenses and for facility improvements. Exhibitors and members contribute their time and energy strictly on a volunteer basis.