Balloon Museum Reopens After Two Years | Des Moines News

After two years of repairs, the National Balloon Museum in Indianola, Iowa, is finally reopening with a big ribbon-cutting on August 2nd at 11:30 AM. The first phase features a revamped Big Sky Hall with interactive zones on local, national, and scientific ballooning. Staff have worked tirelessly since March 2024’s damage, and the museum will also host the 2026 Hall of Fame Induction during the National Balloon Classic, kicking off July 31st. A phased reopening means more areas will open throughout the year — a triumphant return for balloon lovers and the community. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c0364f587c6e94a9