Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area (SSNHA) announces the temporary closure of its headquarters due to the unexpected collapse of an adjacent building. Out of an abundance of caution and in coordination with local authorities, the building housing SSNHA offices has been closed until further notice.
All SSNHA staff are continuing operations remotely or from a temporary office location. Despite the disruption, the organization remains fully operational and committed to serving the heritage area.
“We’re incredibly thankful that no one was injured, and we appreciate the swift response from emergency personnel,” said Cara Miller, Executive Director of SSNHA. “Special thanks to JSA Development for providing temporary office space while our staff is displaced.”
Staff can be reached via email and cell phone, for contact information click at www.silosandsmokestacks.org/contact.
The June 13 Farm Story Friday has been rescheduled for June 20, 10-10:30 a.m. at the John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum, 500 Westfield Ave, Waterloo. The June 27 Farm Story Friday will be at The Grout Museum District, 503 South St, Waterloo, from 10-10:30 a.m.
Updates regarding the reopening of the headquarters or changes to operations will be shared via the SSNHA website and social media channels.
Silos & Smokestacks is one of 62 federally designated National Heritage Areas and tells the story of American agriculture and agribusiness. The heritage area covers 37 counties in northeast Iowa and partners with more than 100 sites to preserve and celebrate America’s agricultural legacy. For more information, visit www.silosandsmokestacks.org.
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Photo 1: View out SSNHA Headquarters Office
Photo 2: The building collapse on Park Avenue is adjacent to Silos & Smokestacks Headquarters.
Photo 3: Windows and doors have been boarded to protect the back of SSNHA Headquarters from falling debris.
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