METALCON Launches Veteran Retreat Project With Steel Frame Build
Eagles Landing will feature a steel frame constructed on the METALCON show floor and then disassembled and moved to the building site in Hall, MT.
Newton, MA — METALCON 2025 has announced the launch of an ambitious and heartwarming project for this year's show in Las Vegas: the construction of a full-scale
steel frame that will be used for a future veterans retreat in Hall, Montana. This special build will be showcased during the show, October 21–23, at the Las Vegas Convention Center, marking the first phase of creating a lasting place of
healing for those who have served.
In partnership with Scottsdale Construction Systems, The Barndominium Company, Sheridan Metal Resources, The Expo Group, and Evergreen Roofing & Construction, METALCON is proud to launch the construction of a 2,500-square-foot, steel-framed barndominium
dubbed
Eagles Landing.
Once completed, it will become a permanent healing retreat for the nation’s combat-wounded veterans.
The project is being delivered in collaboration with the Military Warriors Support Foundation, a national 4/4 star-rated nonprofit dedicated to supporting combat-wounded veterans and Gold Star families through payment-free homes and vehicles, life skills
training, financial education and leadership development.
A Show Floor Build That Makes a Difference
Before the show opens, Scottsdale Construction Systems and its partner companies will prefabricate and assemble the steel frame of the barndominium in the METALCON exhibit hall. Throughout the event, attendees will be able to:
• Tour the structure
• Discover the materials, technologies and techniques used
• Learn about the mission behind the project
• Connect with the builders, designers
and sponsors bringing it to life
“This project goes beyond showcasing products — it’s about using our collective skills and resources to serve a greater purpose,” said Judy Geller, Vice President of Trade Shows for PSMJ Resources, Inc., producers of METALCON.
“Together with our partners, we’re creating something lasting for those who have sacrificed so much.”
After the Show: Eagles Landing Heads to Montana
Once METALCON wraps up, the structure will be disassembled, transported and rebuilt at its permanent home in Hall, Montana. Site preparation will be completed in advance to ensure a smooth installation, with timing carefully aligned to accommodate fall
and winter conditions. Set in a serene natural setting with access to fishing, hiking and other outdoor activities, Eagles Landing will provide a peaceful retreat for U.S. veterans — a place of rest, reflection and renewal.
Designed for Purpose
The structure was designed by Stacee Lynn, founder of The Barndominium Company and widely known as The Barndominium Lady®. Her personal connection to the military community – her family is fourth generation military – fueled her commitment
to this project. Collaborating with the Military Warriors Support Foundation, she designed Eagles Landing to balance modern aesthetics with functional, veteran-focused living, ensuring it serves as a sanctuary for those it serves.
How to Get Involved
METALCON invites companies and individuals across the industry to support the mission. There are a variety of ways to contribute to Eagles Landing:
• Donate Building Materials or Services
•
Make a Financial Contribution
All contributions will directly support the creation of a lasting home for our nation’s heroes.
Meet the Founding Partners
These organizations have taken a leadership role in launching the Eagles Landing initiative and making this mission a reality:
• Military Warriors Support Foundation –
Non-profit organization offering a variety of programs for our nation’s combat-wounded veterans and Gold Star families. They are approaching 1000 mortgage-free and gift-tax-free homes gifted to our nation’s heroes, as well as over
200 payment-free vehicles, in all 50 States.
• The Barndominium Company –
A leading barndominium design firm in the country, specializing in custom-designed, steel-framed and post-framed homes.
• Scottsdale Construction Systems –
A world leader in next-gen rollforming technology and light-gauge steel framing by integrating design, engineering and CNC manufacturing
• Sheridan Metal Resources – Experts in precision tools and training for metal construction.
• The Expo Group –
METALCON’s general services contractor, managing onsite build logistics.
• Evergreen Roofing & Construction –
Proudly providing roofing solutions — from single-family homes to large-scale commercial projects — to the Montana community.
Together, these partners — along with additional contributors — are donating materials, services, logistics and expertise to ensure the success of the project both at the show and in Montana. Learn more or get involved at: https://metalcon.com/barndo/
About METALCON
Established
in 1991, METALCON is the only annual tradeshow and conference devoted
exclusively to the application of metal in design and construction. Produced by PSMJ Resources, Inc., in partnership with the Metal Construction Association, METALCON’s
success is based on a dynamic exhibit hall, extensive educational
programs and interactive learning opportunities. The 2025 event will be held in the Las Vegas Convention Center, October 21 - 23. For more information, visit www.metalcon.com.