THE HOMESTEAD 1839

 Homestead 1839

Investing in the Future of Our Planet and Community
in West Burlington, Iowa est. 1839
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Our Mission


Growing community capacity through service learning and food security for sustainable, equitable outcomes.
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Produce

Our organically grown produce focuses on a large variety of heirloom vegetables. We strive to grow diverse produce to reconnect people with food. Our food is for the community -  both for those in need and people who are able to purchase our produce. We continue to build and support local markets. 

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Flower Garden

The flower garden brings beautiful, organically grown blossoms to the homes of many and is a main source of income to the farm to support produce that feeds the community. The flower garden practices seed-saving techniques and uses no pesticides for these beauties.

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Animals

Chickens exist on the farm as part of a land ethic - an Aldo Leopold philosophy. The chickens help fertilize the farm and eat bugs that would harm plants and crops. Eggs from chickens are a lovely benefit. 

Bees are also a key element of this land ethic.  We have added an apiary to build sustainable ecosystems .  

OUR GOAL

We are a nonprofit organization striving to promote education and love of our land.
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Discover Our

History
The Homestead has been in the family for over 180 years. The land continues to be used for farming and now it benefits and gives back to the community. 

Now let's WORK:

Volunteer
Volunteers are what keeps the heart of The Homestead beating. Volunteers of all skill levels and abilities of people can find a task and acceptance here.

A pathway to

Education
Multiple educational opportunities are available and are already happening at the Homestead. Opportunities exist for school groups, community organizations, and individual people of all ages. 
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  • Home
  • About
    • Who We Are
    • Media
  • Programs
    • Education
    • Service Learning
    • Community Capacity Building
  • Community Event Space
  • Donate
  • Contact