National Balloon Museum, Inc

04/09/2025

Here is an update on the progress of the museum that was featured on WHO-TV this week.
https://who13.com/news/national-balloon-museum-makes-progress-one-year-after-the-fire/

One year after a fire delayed the grand reopening of the National Balloon Museum, its staff is planning for a new opening day.

04/08/2025

We are excited about our future!

It’s been more than a year since an electrical fire damaged the National Balloon Museum in Indianola. As the restoration effort nears the final stages, the museum’s board of directors

04/07/2025

It was one year ago yesterday that we were scheduled to have a grand reopening of the National Balloon Museum. One week prior, we had an electrical fire that put those plans on hold. We've spent the last year working hard to get the building finished and begin the process of returning the artifacts. Here is a video featuring our Board President Eric Martens, and Denise Day from the BFA talk about the devastation of the fire. This also gives you a glimpse inside the museum as it looks today! More coverage to come.

03/19/2025

Make sure these date’s are on your calendar!

National Balloon Classic in Indianola, Iowa.

The National Balloon Classic is the Midwest's largest hot air balloon festival featuring over 100 balloons, live music, food, and their latest addition - the drone show. This year's event is scheduled for July 25th to Aug 2, 2025. Brian Abeling / Iowa Road Trip

11/22/2024

Check out the announcement from FAI Ballooning Commission International Hall of Fame.

October 2024
https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Keepsake-Email--2024-FAI-Hall-of-Fame-Induction-Ceremony.html?soid=1112726741190&aid=YAIwFZXhlak

10/28/2024

Thank you to all who supported the National Balloon Museum fundraiser last night! This will become an annual event for us. We appreciate everyone’s generosity! Fundraiser for National Balloon Museum

10/20/2024

A BIG thank you to these local businesses for donating toward our auction!

The Groggy Dog
The Little Shed on Salemm
Downey Tire Pros
Treasures Fine Jewelry
Fareway Stores Indianolay

Check back daily for new updates to the auction list.

Remember, if you can't attend in person, check the 32Auctions site for your chance to bid on some of the baskets.

Silent auction 'National Balloon Museum' hosted online at 32auctions.

10/18/2024

**DETAILS FOR THE UPCOMING POKER TOURNAMENT AND SILENT AUCTION**

Poker tournament starts at 2:00 PM with registration opening at 12:30 PM. It is a $50 buy-in.
If you are not playing poker, the cost for admission is $15 per person, or $25 per couple. With that admission price, you get one (1) raffle tickets and one (1) souvenir cup good for a house wine or beer ($5 limit). For two people, you get two tickets and two cups!

The live auction site is OPEN and ready to view. We are adding items daily, so check often and place your bids. If you can’t make the event in person, please place your bids and support the museum!
www.32auctions.com/balloonmuseum

10/12/2024

We're two weeks away from our poker tournament and fundraiser! As a reminder, here is the information and registration link.
https://forms.gle/v6CvA3hSCaazuw2y9

10/08/2024

We are so grateful for the Winker Family!

10/08/2024

Here is a nice article on the progress of the National Balloon Museum.

Six months after a fire damaged Indianola’s National Balloon Museum, progress is being made on renovating the building and restoring the damaged artifacts.

08/16/2024

Sad news to share.

08/02/2024

US Ballooning Hall of fame 2024.

07/29/2024

The Board Members of the National Balloon Museum would like to thank everyone for supporting our first breakfast, held this past Sunday during the National Balloon Classic. We sold out of 225 burritos in just over an hour! If you didn't have a chance to stop by, there are a few ways to show your support in rebuilding the Museum. Below is a new QR code that takes you directly to our donation site. ALL monies donated are used for rebuilding the museum. (We are aware the previous QR code was not working. This is a new one)

Donation site: https://square.link/u/51j0v0UK

Pilots and Crew Members: A board member will be selling the NBM logo shirts and souvenir cups out of their vehicle located next to the fire department stand at the balloon field. Limited sizes remain, so stop early!

Thanks to everyone for your continued support.