Fossil and Prairie Park Preserve

Fossil and Prairie Park Preserve While searching to collect a Devonian fossil, wander through native prairie which made Iowa an agricultural leader.

View the beehive kilns of the Rockford Brick & Tile Co. and learn how they helped expand agriculture.

It’s time to celebrate 25 years of the Fossil and Prairie Center. For 25 years we have been welcoming visitors from acro...
05/10/2026

It’s time to celebrate 25 years of the Fossil and Prairie Center. For 25 years we have been welcoming visitors from across the world, have hosted thousands of students on field trips and offered various programs to the public. Come join us until 4:00pm today to preview Road Trip Iowa produced by PBS, view the changes throughout the center over the years, sign up for door prizes and enjoy refreshments!

Celebrate 25 years of the Fossil & Prairie Center with us!Join us Sunday, May 10 from 12:30–4:00 p.m. as we celebrate 25...
05/09/2026

Celebrate 25 years of the Fossil & Prairie Center with us!

Join us Sunday, May 10 from 12:30–4:00 p.m. as we celebrate 25 years of visitors, school groups, and historic preservation at the Fossil & Prairie Center.

Enjoy an afternoon of activities, memories, and community pride, including:

🦅 Bird Friendly Community designation ceremony for Floyd County
🎥 Preview the new season of Iowa PBS Road Trip Iowa: Hwy 18, featuring Fossil & Prairie Park Preserve
🦴 Explore new and updated displays inside the Fossil & Prairie Center
🎁 Enter drawings for great prizes featuring hidden treasures of Floyd County
📜 View documents, photos, and stories about the businesses and individuals who helped make the Center a reality
✨ And much more!

After celebrating Mother’s Day with your family, come celebrate with us as we commemorate 25 years of welcoming guests from across the world to the Fossil & Prairie Center.

05/04/2026

Some great things are happening in May . . .

🎉 The Visitor Center is opening for the season on May 2! 🎉Come explore a hidden gem where you can search for Devonian fo...
04/29/2026

🎉 The Visitor Center is opening for the season on May 2! 🎉

Come explore a hidden gem where you can search for Devonian fossils, wander through beautiful native prairie, and discover the historic beehive kilns that helped shape Iowa’s agricultural roots.

🕒 Park Hours: Open daily from sunrise to sunset
🏡 Visitor Center Hours:
• Opens May 2 (Saturdays only in May, 1–4 PM)
• Open daily May 23 – September 7
• Open weekends in September & October

Whether you're into history, nature, or just a relaxing day outside, this is a perfect spot to explore. Bring the family and see what you can discover!

Make plans to stop by and kick off the season with a little adventure!

04/02/2026

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🌿 Volunteers Needed for 2026! 🌿We’re just 30 days away from opening the Fossil & Prairie Center—and we need your help!We...
04/01/2026

🌿 Volunteers Needed for 2026! 🌿

We’re just 30 days away from opening the Fossil & Prairie Center—and we need your help!

We’re looking for friendly volunteers to welcome guests during the season. It’s a great way to get involved, meet people, and support the center 💚

📅 Volunteer Kickoff: April 13, 2026 at 10:00 AM
📍 Fossil & Prairie Center (Lower Level)

Come learn what’s new, sign up for volunteer times, and get a behind-the-scenes look at the center!

📞 RSVP: Message, email, call or text Jessica at (641) 220-2884 or [email protected]
👕 Be sure to include your shirt size when you RSVP

Tag a friend who might be interested or share this post to help spread the word! 🙌

03/26/2026

News 26 March 2026 / Comments Silos & Smokestacks grant awarded -A +A By Julie Salisbury The Floyd County Conservation Board/Fossil & Prairie Center has received a grant through Silo’s & Smokestacks for a seasonal internship running from May 1 through August 31, 40 hours per week, Monday through F...

Spring cleaning takes many forms. Today the bluebird nest boxes were cleaned out to make room for this year’s nest. Some...
03/24/2026

Spring cleaning takes many forms. Today the bluebird nest boxes were cleaned out to make room for this year’s nest.

Sometimes not only do the nest boxes contain last year’s nest but also some mammal residents. 🐭

03/11/2026

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12/04/2025

December edition of "Conservation Connections"

Address

1227 215th Street
Rockford, IA
50468

Opening Hours

Monday 1pm - 4pm
Tuesday 1pm - 4pm
Wednesday 1pm - 4pm
Thursday 1pm - 4pm
Friday 1pm - 4pm
Saturday 1pm - 4pm
Sunday 1pm - 4pm

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+16417563490

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