Maharishi School offers award-winning Consciousness-Based^SM education, from preschool through grade 12, in an environment of higher standards and lower stress. By integrating programs for the development of consciousness and creativity with an innovative college preparatory curriculum, students grow towards 200% of life—100% inner development with 100% outer success… visit site

Founded by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in 1971, MIU has pioneered a unique system of higher education—Consciousness-Based education—that systematically cultures students’ full creative intelligence, the basis of learning. The university is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission at the bachelors, masters, and PhD levels, and offers one full-time course per month—making learning more effective, enjoyable, and less stressful. All students, faculty, and staff practice the Transcendental Meditation program twice a day. The University, with students from 87 countries, serves freshly prepared, organic vegetarian cuisine. The integrated approach at MUM develops students’ ability to manage their lives successfully, to grow steadily in health, happiness, and wisdom, and to achieve professional success and personal fulfillment… visit site

Learn the Transcendental Meditation technique at the local Fairfield TM Center. Two side-by-side buildings, built according to Vedic architecture, provide regular instruction in the TM technique to visitors and locals alike. They also provide many follow-up programs for the thriving local meditating community. visit site

The David Lynch Foundation, established in 2005, with many offices in Fairfield, funds the implementation of scientifically proven stress-reducing modalities, including the Transcendental Meditation program, for at-risk populations such as underserved inner-city students; veterans with PTSD; homeless men participating in reentry programs and striving to overcome addictions; and incarcerated juveniles and adults... visit site

Located in the heart of downtown, the Fairfield Arts & Convention Center is a gathering place designed to showcase a world of arts and culture. The Stephen Sondheim Center for the Performing Arts is one of the most comprehensive arts and convention centers in the state of Iowa, featuring the best of music, comedy, dance, and theater in national touring performances… visit site

The first Friday of every month draws hundreds of people from around the region to Fairfield’s Art Walk: a diverse celebration of all art forms: visual, performing, literary, film, ethnic, and historical, accessible to all ages and cultures… visit site

The Fairfield Art Association aims to increase the accessibility and appreciation of the arts in the Fairfield community by offering classes, exhibits, and community projects to people of all ages… visit site

Sustainability is alive and well in Fairfield. The Go Green Plan is a living, breathing manifestation of sustainability, being one with the land, and only taking and using what is needed and giving back… more info

Abundance EcoVillage is Iowa’s first and foremost off-grid community. Located on 15 acres, the EcoVillage is a living example of the phrase “beyond sustainability.” Featuring cutting-edge sustainable technology, it is one of the first developments of its kind in the United States. visit site

With major employers in the manufacturing, biotech, and financial fields to complement a charming lifestyle, Fairfield offers its visitors and residents alike an unmatched living, working, and playing experience… visit site