The Iowa Balloon piloted by David Beukelman, now deceased, was donated by the David Beukelman family formerly from Fort Dodge, Iowa. The exhibit also includes other memorabilia related to the balloon including clothing and an extensive balloon pin and patch collections.
See Patch Collection and Pin Collection for their patches and pins.
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The Beukelman family at the museum during the opening of the Iowa Balloon exhibit. Show left to right Dan and Molly Lopez (David Beukelman's daughter and husband), Sandy Beukelman (David's wife), Todd Beukelman (David's son) and Todd's wife, Mindy. The 3 children are Todd and Mindy's children Ellie, Rylie and Noah. |
Photo of the Iowa Balloon |
Detail showing Iowa Balloon crew shirts and jackets |
Detail showing Iowa Balloon crew shirts and jackets |