Living History Farms Welcome Center

The visitor center at the main entrance to Living History Farms houses Welcome Center with tourism information and Marketplace gift shop.

Getting There & Details

Admission
Fee
Hours
9-5 May to mid-Oct.; 10-4 mid-Oct. to April 30. Closed Easter, Thanksgiving, and week between Christ
Address
I-80/35, Exit 125, 2600 111th St.
Phone
515-334-9625
Map
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