A National Center for Science Literacy and the Environment

Imagine a place that motivates children to experience the wonders of life…

Imagine an immersive learning center that uses nature to teach, discover and grow…

Imagine a national destination for global exploration, education and fun…

Imagine…Earthpark.

From the center of the North American continent emerges Earthpark. An iconic, immersive environmental learning center is positioned at the virtual nexus of nature and science, business and education, hope and endeavor. Earthpark will serve as an innovative catalyst for change in the discovery, development and deployment of new ecological efficiencies, new ways of being stewards of our world.

As part of a 240-acre master-planned green development overlooking Red Rock Lake near Pella, Iowa, Earthpark is poised to model a unique environmental learning experience. The leading edge, environmentally friendly campus will include a national center for science literacy, destination resort “live, work and play” amenities, and a diverse array of partnerships with public, private and nonprofit organizations, focused on the advancement of sustainable and restorative living practices.

Earthpark has assembled a world-class team with international reputations for excellence: Grimshaw Architects, designers of UK’s Eden project; KUD International, global developers of unique educational, cultural and mixed-use projects and attractions; Lyons/Zaremba exhibit designs; Arup Group, Ltd., environmental designs; John Picard, environmental technology; Syska Hennesy, environmental engineers; and a distinguished board of directors.

Founder Ted Townsend’s vision “to create a world-renowned environmental educational resource where the most advanced and effective life science teaching methods are demonstrated and shared” is coming forth. Join this epic journey.