Fossil & Prairie Park Preserve and Center

Historic Visits at Fossil & Prairie Park Preserve and Center

The Rockford Brick & Tile Company is responsible for unearthing the world renowned fossils at the Fossil & Prairie Park Preserve. Producing drainage tile and building bricks they assisted in changing Iowa's landscape.  Hike down to view the remaining bee hive kilns, envisioning the currently wooded area as a bustling manufacturing site. 

Features

  • Three historic bee hive kilns
  • More Brick & Tile Co. information can be found within the Fossil & Prairie Center.