The collection includes the 'Old Girl,' a 1919 International truck that was the first vehicle purchased by the museum's founder.
The museum features a rare 1911 Avery farm truck, one of the oldest operational pieces in the collection.
The exhibits include a selection of rare vintage trucking toys and promotional scale models.
Many of the trucks in the collection have been meticulously restored to running condition by the museum's dedicated staff.
The facility serves as a tribute to the legacy of Bill Moon, who began his career at the Iowa 80 Truckstop in 1964.
The Iowa 80 Trucking Museum houses a private collection of over 100 antique trucks and vintage trucking memorabilia. Established by Bill and Carolyn Moon, the museum is located adjacent to the Iowa 80, which holds the title of the World's Largest Truckstop. The facility displays rare models such as a 1910 Avery farm truck and a 1918 Standard AB oil truck. Exhibits focus on the evolution of trucking technology, professional driving history, and road infrastructure. The collection includes various period-correct accessories, signs, and trucking tools. The museum operates as a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the heritage of the trucking industry.
Beside the impeccably restored 1918 Standard AB, which is often positioned as a centerpiece.
Visit the attached Iowa 80 Truckstop to see the contrast between the historic equipment and modern-day trucking facilities.
Check the museum's website for information regarding the annual Walcott Truckers Jamboree, which often features special exhibits.
The museum is accessible for visitors with limited mobility due to its single-level, open-floor plan.
Don't mistake the museum for the main truckstop retail store; it is a separate building on the same property.
Closed on Sundays and major holidays.
