Join us in building the first hempcrete barn in America—right on historic Route 66.
Communities Reconnected
Revitalizing rural towns along Route 66 through sustainable construction, agriculture, and local partnerships.
A Modern Route 66 Revival
Become a Sponsor
Partner with a nationally significant project that blends heritage, sustainability, and economic renewal.
Real Impact. Lasting Legacy.
Freedom Valley:
The Route 66 Revival Project is a national initiative led by Earth Merchant and Freedom Valley Rescue to revitalize rural America through freedom valley rescue a 501 c3 agriculture, sustainable construction, and cultural preservation.
Our flagship effort, The American Hemp Heritage Project, begins with a landmark build: The Route 66 Hempcrete Barn in Lebanon, Missouri—the first in the United States.
This 5,000 sq ft barn is more than a structure. It is a symbol of renewal, innovation, and the future of farming and rural development.
Route 66 is one of America’s most iconic cultural arteries—a symbol of freedom, travel, music, family, and discovery.
But many communities along the route have experienced economic decline.
By placing the nation’s first hempcrete barn here, we:
Hempcrete is a carbon-sequestering, fire-resistant, toxin-free, sustainable building material made from the hemp plant.
It Offers:
This barn will become the leading example of regenerative building in America.
Supports hemp farming, soil regeneration, and new rural revenue streams.
Creates jobs, attracts tourism, stimulates Route 66 community revitalization.
Hands-on training for builders, farmers, and students through OSU and regional partners.
Showcases carbon-negative construction.
A replicable model for safe, healthy, sustainable housing for vulnerable populations.
All sponsors receive press-kit inclusion and early invitations.
Help us build a new legacy on America’s most iconic road. Your support directly funds materials, local labor, agricultural partnerships, education programs, and community revitalization.
This project is about more than buildings—it’s about restoring pride and opportunity to communities that were forgotten. Supporting this mission felt deeply meaningful.
Founder Name
Founder, Earth Merchant
Freedom Valley: The Route 66 Revival Project
