Bringing Pyro to Indiana
Heartland Pyrotechnic Arts Association (HPAA) is a non-profit corporation based in Indiana. Founded in 1988, we are one of the oldest firework clubs in the Midwest with a rich history.
The HPAA encourages the safe and legal use of fireworks and strives to provide an environment where members can enjoy their hobby and share their knowledge. Our club's membership consists of industry professionals, hobbyist firework builders, display operators and casual fans of fireworks alike.
Fireballs are must haves at any pyro club.
RKM delivering fireworks to our event for our members.
How many fireworks can you fit on a 2x2' piece of plywood for a competition? All of them!
Jim with a impressive rocket he built during our Midwest Fireworks Festival.
A heart shaped rack for pro line mines made by a member.
A heart shape made from proline mines shot at one of our events.
A member displaying a large canister shell to be launched at the event.
Our world famous rocket diva displaying a strobe rocket that she built.
One of the clubs events locations filled with pyro goodness
Always a deal to be found with these guys around
A few of our members might be thump junkies. This is a 5" ultra heavy canister salute that woke everyone up during an open shoot.
A small display being set up at one of our events
Cant have a club shoot without food!
Did we say we like salutes? Here is a member holding a very large ground salute.
Just a little bit of vending fun.
The mass launch of the the dominator "In the club" cakes that featured our club on the wrap!
Why Join the HPAA?
Members only shoots
Our club hosts several shoots every year that any pyro will enjoy. At a typical shoot you can light fireworks of all types, get great deals from venders, have some amazing food, fun activities like firework raffles, classes, and enjoy unique experiences like seeing huge fireballs!
Members get discounts
Members of our club get special pricing offers from several popular firework businesses like Cobra firing systems, RKM Fireworks, and OC Fireworks. Many members find that the savings pay for their membership several times over.
Membership makes pyro easier.
We take care of a lot of the legal red tape for our events, such as pulling permits, insurance, and securing shoot sites. Members are also know to help each other out by sharing knowledge, equipment, and lending a helping hand on projects. Being a member and attending our events opens up many new possibilities to enjoy the hobby without as much of the hassle and cost.
Camaraderie
The best part of joining the club is being around people who enjoy fireworks the way you do. Our club is full of hobbyists, professionals, and casual fans alike with diverse backgrounds. You will be surrounded by many talented, knowledgeable, like minded individuals who you will soon be happy to call your friends.
The Midwest Fireworks Festival
Membership allows you to attend our annual convention which is a regional attraction for pyros of all types! At our festival you can watch shows, buy fireworks, build fireworks on-site, see them lit in the member made showcase, camping, food, and more!