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The World Food Prize Foundation welcomes you to the Dr. Norman E. Borlaug Hall of Laureates, in the h

06/18/2026

Here's a peak at this past weekend's event with Candlelight Concerts by Fever at the Hall of Laureates! 🎻🕯️ Be sure to check our future events here: www.halloflaureatesevents.org

06/12/2026

Museums are essential.

Without museums, important stories can be forgotten.

At the Hall of Laureates, we preserve and share the legacy of Norman Borlaug, the Green Revolution and the individuals whose work has improved food security around the world.

Through artwork, educational programs, tours and public events, we help connect new generations with the ideas and innovations that continue to shape our future.

This Iowa Museum Week, we celebrate the essential role museums play in preserving history, inspiring curiosity and fostering informed communities.

06/11/2026

Museums are community.

At the World Food Prize Hall of Laureates, we are proud to be part of a network of museums and cultural organizations that preserve and share stories of innovation, leadership and service.

Together with the The Wallace Centers of Iowa and the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum, we help connect visitors with the legacies of Iowans whose work has shaped agriculture, food security and global progress.

This Iowa Museum Week, we celebrate the partnerships that strengthen our communities and expand our collective impact. Learn more about the Hall of Laureates here: www.halloflaureates.org

06/10/2026

Museums are trusted.

For students and educators across Iowa and beyond, we serve as a resource connecting people with the story of Norman Borlaug and the Green Revolution.

Through Iowa Social Studies Core Standards-aligned field trips and National History Day research, students engage with this history through both guided learning experiences in the museum and independent historical projects.

This Iowa Museum Week, we recognize the essential role museums play as trusted partners in education and lifelong learning.

06/09/2026

Museums are fun—and sometimes delightfully unexpected! ✨

This replica of an 1881 bust of John Deere reflects a period style in which historical figures were often rendered in classical form, emphasizing ideals of permanence, dignity and leadership.

Today, it also offers visitors a moment of surprise and humor as they encounter Deere in a distinctly Roman interpretation.

Objects like this encourage curiosity and deeper engagement with how history is represented and remembered.

This Iowa Museum Week, we celebrate the many ways museums inspire discovery, reflection and enjoyment!

Learn more about us here: halloflaureates.org

06/05/2026

The 2026 Hall of Laureates Spring Gala—Garden VIP Hour created an unforgettable setting for community, impact and celebration! 🌼✨🌿 From the fountain and world map to the beautiful garden spaces overlooking downtown Des Moines, attendees enjoyed an evening celebrating the work of the Hall of Laureates.

A special thank you to our generous sponsors: Oak Park Restaurant, Neumann Brothers and Fareway Stores for making this experience possible and for investing in the mission of the Norman E. Borlaug Hall of Laureates. Your support directly contributes to the preservation of this distinguished Iowa landmark!

Interested in hosting your own unforgettable event? The Garden at the World Food Prize Hall of Laureates is available for weddings, receptions and special gatherings here: www.halloflaureatesevents.org

06/01/2026

Explore the World Food Prize Hall of Laureates and learn more about the legacy of Iowan, Dr. Norman Borlaug! 🌾 Every Tuesday, the Hall of Laureates is open to the public, and offers guided tours at the following times:

✨ 9:00am | 10:30am | 12:00pm | 1:30pm ✨

We hope to see you soon! Please call and make a reservation if your group is 10+ people. Find more information on our website here:
👉 https://bit.ly/2syCOxn

05/28/2026

In 1955, the east side of the Des Moines Public Library (now the Hall of Laureates) changed dramatically: the fountain area was demolished and the east staircase was removed! 🏗️⚒️

During the World Food Prize Foundation’s restoration of the building, both features were brought back to life. The east staircase was rebuilt using stone reclaimed from railroad bridges in Minnesota and the original fountain was reinstalled to honor the building’s historic east façade. ✨

Now we all can enjoy this piece of the past, thoughtfully restored for the future! 🏛️

🖤 ➡️ 💖

05/26/2026

Please join us in wishing our President Emeritus, Ambassador Kenneth Quinn, a happy birthday! 🎂🎈

05/18/2026

Happy ! 🏛️✨

Museums help teach the state and local curricula, tailoring their programs in math, science, art, literacy, language arts, history, civics and government, economics and financial literacy, geography, and social studies. Come learn more and and take a tour of the Hall of Laureates—open to the public every Tuesday: www.halloflaureates.org/tours

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100 Locust Street
Des Moines, IA
50309

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9am - 3pm

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+15152453735

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http://www.worldfoodprize.org/en/hall_of_laureates/welcome_to_the_hall_of_laureates/

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