John Deere Tractor and Engine Museum Set for Week-Long First Anniversary Celebration

The John Deere Tractor and Engine Museum will host a series of events to celebrate the completion of its first year in business.
The John Deere Tractor and Engine Museum will host a series of events to celebrate the completion of its first year in business.

John Deere has announced that during the week of Dec. 1, the John Deere Tractor and Engine Museum in Waterloo, Ia., will celebrate its first year of operation with five days full of events. The public are welcome to attend these events and activities, which will have a holiday theme.

Tuesday Events
The John Deere Tractor and Engine Museum will host a tree lighting at 10 a.m. and provide free guided tours at 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Events
Admission to the museum for all visitors ages 13 and older will be $1.00. Admission for adults is typically $8.00.

Thursday Events
Between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m., there will be a tractor coloring contest. Every child will receive a prize, and the winning pictures will be displayed at the museum in the coming weeks. People of all ages can participate in the event.

Friday Events
A scavenger hunt will be hosted by the John Deere Tractor and Engine Museum for people of all ages between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Individuals who complete the hunt will receive a prize for their participation.

Saturday Events
Santa will be visiting the museum between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. Parents are welcome to bring their children for photo opportunities, and activity books will be given to the first 200 kids who arrive.

All guests who bring a non-perishable food item to the museum between Nov. 27 and Dec. 30 are also eligible to receive $2.00 off of the admission price of their ticket.