World Food Prize Hall of Laureates
World Food Prize Hall of Laureates, Museum and cultural center in Des Moines, United States.
The World Food Prize Hall of Laureates occupies a restored Beaux-Arts building housing exhibitions about global agriculture and food security. The interior features multiple galleries with displays covering agricultural innovation and solutions to feeding the world.
The building was completed in 1903 as the Des Moines Public Library and served the city for decades in that role. It was later renovated and transformed into the headquarters for the World Food Prize organization.
The hall honors scientists and agricultural leaders whose work has shaped food production around the world. Visitors learn about their contributions and how farming practices have been transformed across different regions.
Visitors should wear comfortable shoes since exploring the exhibition requires walking through multiple floors and galleries. Guided tours are available if you want more detailed explanations, though you can also explore at your own pace.
A striking feature is a stained glass window displaying a globe divided into twelve geographic regions representing where key crops and techniques originated. This artistic element connects the building's architectural heritage with the history of farming around the world.
Location: Des Moines
Inception: January 1, 1903
Address: Locust Street
Opening Hours: Tuesday 09:00-15:00
Phone: +15152453783
Email: wfpf@worldfoodprize.org
Website: https://halloflaureates.org
GPS coordinates: 41.58764,-93.61893
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:49
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