Mission Statement Convey the importance of French Icarian heritage through preservation, restoration, and education. Objectives The objectives of the French Icarian Colony Foundation fall into three major categories of Historical, Cultural and Financial. Historical Develop an accurately executed reconstruction of the French Icarian Village in a suitable environment on a portion of the original site in Adams County, Iowa Serve as a repository for historical artifacts Provide educational opportunities about French Icarian heritage Provide descendants of the original Icarians a link with the past, both on-site and on-line Encourage public awareness Cultural Recognize and promote French Icarian contributions to Iowa's agriculture, education, women's rights, architecture, inventions, transportation, arts and humanities Promote cultural history through events such as reunions, festivals and family gatherings Provide educational opportunities about French Icarian contributions to culture Create awareness by demonstrating French Icarian culture, both on-site and off-site Financial Create a self-sustaining French Icarian living heritage center that will add to the economic vitality of the local community and the region Provide brand specific products and services to generate revenue and to provide opportunities for entrepreneurs Create a robust revenue plan Promote marketing of the Adams County site for heritage purposes, tourism, and product sales