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Maasdam Barns and the Evergreen Ridge Stock Farm – Fairfield, Iowa
Tue, 27 Dec 2011 20:12:06 +0000
The historic Maasdam Barns at the Evergreen Ridge Stock Farm are a significant illustration of an early 20th-century draft-horse breeding business. From 1910 until 1938 the owner of this farm, J. G. Maasdam, raised and sold award-winning draft horses.
Restoration on the farm was completed in 2011, including the Mare barn, Stallion barn and Welcome Center.
The Welcome Center has displays, photos, artifacts, and stories about the farm's history, along with stories and artifacts concerning early Fairfield industries related to agriculture
Town & Country Days – Mediapolis, Iowa
Mon, 12 Dec 2011 15:14:41 +0000
A weekend of fun, food, games, Iowa's largest small town parade and the best of family entertainment at T&C Days in Mediapolis, Iowa!
National Historic District – Downtown Fort Madison
Tue, 26 Apr 2011 03:40:50 +0000
Stroll the streets of a Victorian rivertown, with wonderful examples of architecture from the Second Empire style of the 1870s through Art Moderne and Art Deco in the 1940s. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places as an entire Historic District, downtown Fort Madison is a vibrant community with a diverse population and locally owned shops and boutiques. The district is currently in the process of downtown revitalization with the Main Street program.
Main Street Office:
614 9th Street, Fort Madison, IA 52627
319.372.5471
www.fortmadison.com
mottoson@fortmadison.com
Bentonsport National Historic District – Bentonsport, Iowa
Thu, 02 Apr 2009 01:52:18 +0000
Bentonsport National Historic District – Bentonsport, Iowa Tucked into the southeastern area of Iowa is the charming community of Bentonsport where in the 1940′s the river town was a busy port-of-call for the Des Moines River steamers to dock. The village was the first stop for a number of people that wanted to come to... [Continue Reading]
Oak Village – Oakville, Iowa
Thu, 19 Feb 2009 14:58:10 +0000
Oak Village – Oakville, Iowa Not too far from the Mississippi River that runs through Iowa you will find the little town of Oakville. The town got devastated by the floods of 2008 but with all the devastation came the wonders of the past. The flood unearthed a prehistoric village buried under the ground that... [Continue Reading]
Brazelton House – Mt. Pleasant, Iowa
Wed, 27 Feb 2008 21:30:15 +0000
Brazelton House – Mt. Pleasant, Iowa Sitting on the corner of Saunders and Main St. in the town of Mt. Pleasant is this outstanding Italianate home built in 1858 by William Brazelton, a banker and developer in the community. The home has double brick wall construction, 10 1/2 ft. to 14 ft. ceilings throughout the... [Continue Reading]
Keokuk National Cemetery – Keokuk, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:50:43 +0000
Keokuk National Cemetery – Keokuk, Iowa This is one of just twelve original national cemeteries designated by the U.S. Congress. During the Civil War, the presence of the College of Physicians and Surgeons caused the federal government to locate a military hospital in Estes House (formerly at 500 Main Street), and four other sites in Keokuk. The... [Continue Reading]
Jefferson County Park – Fairfield, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:47:33 +0000
Jefferson County Park – Fairfield, Iowa There are approximately 7 miles of hiking and biking trails that take visitors through a diversity of landscapes, such as timber, pine tree plantings, meadows, and reintroduced prairies. A 75-foot swinging bridge connects a picnic area with a camping area. In the campground are both camping pads—complete with electricity—and... [Continue Reading]
Iowa Wesleyan College – Mount Pleasant, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:43:05 +0000
Iowa Wesleyan College – Mount Pleasant, Iowa Located in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa – Iowa Wesleyan College, founded in 1842, is the oldest, church-related, degree granting institution west of the Mississippi. Many of its early buildings exhibit various styles of architecture and are still in use as classrooms. This is a private four-year liberal arts college... [Continue Reading]
Iowa State Penitentiary – Fort Madison, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:40:10 +0000
Iowa State Penitentiary - Fort Madison, Iowa The Prison is a place to look at but you certainly don’t want to be a resident! The penitentiary was built in 1839 this is a maximum secutiry prison. Iowa State Penitentiary is the oldest prison west of the Mississippi. The original cell block is still in use... [Continue Reading]
Secret Garden – Danville, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:29:04 +0000
Secret Garden – Danville, Iowa This is a perennial flower nursery that display flowers in theme gardens and fields. Classrooms, a tea room, gift shop are located in a peg and post barn. Take a walk through the gardens and look at the variety of flowers during different growing seasons. The owners will answer questions... [Continue Reading]
Santa Fe Swing Span Bridge (Toll Bridge) – Fort Madison, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:26:03 +0000
Santa Fe Swing Span Bridge (Toll Bridge) – Fort Madison, Iowa. This swinging truss bridge crosses over the Mississippi River that connects Fort Madison, Iowa and unincorporated Niota, Illinois. Rail traffic occupies the lower deck of the bridge, while two lanes of road traffic occupy the upper deck. It is widely considered the longest double-deck... [Continue Reading]
Rural Free Delivery Postal Museum – Morning Sun, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:23:46 +0000
Rural Free Delivery Postal Museum – Morning Sun, Iowa Morning Sun had the first rural postal route in the state’s postal system. The route was established in 1886. The Rural Free Delivery Postal Museum has been established in an early post office building. Exhibits concerning the early postal delivery system have been developed. Open Saturday and... [Continue Reading]
Riverside Park – Burlington, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:22:37 +0000
Riverside Park – Burlington, Iowa The Mississippi riverfront was the focus of activity in early Burlington. The river traffic (which could dock at the cobblestone steamboat landing) brought a tremendous number of people into the community and provided strong social and commercial links to the eastern part of the United States. Today’s visitors to the... [Continue Reading]
Christian Herschler Historic District Winery And Stagecoach Stop – Franklin, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:21:14 +0000
Christian Herschler Historic District Winery And Stagecoach Stop – Franklin, Iowa This area is located in a small town known as “The City of Stones," Franklin, Iowa. Here visitors will see a limestone home, barn, and several outbuildings. This is the only standing registered stagecoach stop in Lee County—part of the Fort Madison to... [Continue Reading]
Rand Park – Keokuk, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:20:32 +0000
Rand Park – Keokuk, Iowa This park overlooks the Mississippi River at one of the river’s most breathtaking points. Scenic Rand Park was formed in 1882 from former cow pastures. The park is named for George Rand, Keokuk’s mayor at the time. Rand Park is home to the Chief Keokuk Gravesite. His body was exhumed... [Continue Reading]
Phelps House Museum – Burlington, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:18:55 +0000
The Phelps House Museum is located in an elegant 19th century home, featuring antique furnishings belonging to th the Phelps family. Since this structure housed the city’s first Protestant hospital, there is also a medical memories display. Named to the National Register of Historic Places in December of 1982, Heritage Hill lines the northern sector... [Continue Reading]
P.E.O. – Founding site for the international women’s organization
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:17:26 +0000
In Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, Iowa Wesleyan College is the site where P.E.O., an international philanthropic organization for women was founded. This group has over 225,000 members. Two rooms have been set aside in the Old Main building on the campus of Iowa Wesleyan College where P.E.O. visitors and their guests can view the actual room... [Continue Reading]
Old Santa Fe Depot Historical Complex – Fort Madison, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:15:57 +0000
Old Santa Fe Depot Historical Complex – Fort Madison, Iowa. Because of the flooding June 2008 the Museum is now located in the Old CB&Q Depot to the north of the former location. The ATSF Complex is being raised above the flood plain to avoid the type of tragedy that occurred during the flooding. Once... [Continue Reading]
Old Fort Madison – Fort Madison, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:14:24 +0000
Old Fort Madison – Fort Madison, Iowa The Louisiana Territory opened up and Fort Madison was built. Today it is remembered with an accurate reconstruction of the first military fort on the upper Mississippi. Discover military life on the rugged frontier of the Louisiana Territory. Learn the exciting heritage of Iowa before it was... [Continue Reading]
Oakland Mills Nature Center – Mt. Pleasant, Iowa Area
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:12:51 +0000
The Oakland Mills Nature Center outside of Mt. Pleasant, Iowa offers classes on nature, a display of the plants, animals and bugs of the area. They also have some cabins at the park for guests, There are two cabins which are heated, cooled and have a restroom with shower so you will be able to... [Continue Reading]
Mosquito Park – Burlington, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:11:27 +0000
Mosquito Park – Burlington, Iowa Named for its size, Mosquito Park in Burlington, Iowa is located on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River just north of downtown and boasts one of the most beautiful views in the area. This park, which dates from the earliest days of the city, is located at the junction of... [Continue Reading]
Midwest Old Threshers Reunion – Mt. Pleasant, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:09:56 +0000
Description – The annual Midwest Old Threshers Reunion, held the five days ending Labor Day each year, provides opportunities for visitors to experience the rich agricultural heritage of the Midwest through interpretive historical exhibits, many demonstrations of machinery operation and crafts, tours, and educational programs. Held on a 180-acre site, visitors can tour on foot... [Continue Reading]
Midwest Old Threshers Heritage Museum – Mt. Pleasant, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:08:30 +0000
Midwest Old Threshers Heritage Museum – Mt. Pleasant, Iowa Description – The museum displays early farm machinery and equipment, including a large collection of Corliss stationary steam engines, steam traction engines and steam-powered threshing machines. Other features are interpretive exhibits dedicated to farm women, water, electricity, and antique farm implements which are displayed in and... [Continue Reading]
Midwest Central Railroad And Midwest Electric Railway – Mt. Pleasant, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:07:00 +0000
Midwest Central Railroad And Midwest Electric Railway – Mt. Pleasant, Iowa Comprised of two groups of volunteers interested in the restoration and operation of the steam engine the collection of engines at Midwest Old Threshers (located in Mount Pleasant Iowa) is an excellent display of history. These two groups have preserved and operate two historic... [Continue Reading]
Maharishi Vedic City Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:00:55 +0000
Vedic City, Iowa, USA (Maharishi) was established just outside of Fairfield, Iowa, as a city of peaceful living in this southeast Iowa area. The city and it’s schools are open for tours, the culture is available for all to experience by the gracious members of the community. Someplace unique to visit and learn, they welcome... [Continue Reading]
Lewelling Quaker Museum – Salem, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:56:53 +0000
Lewelling Quaker Museum – Salem, Iowa. The underground railroad had as many as 5 homes in the Salem area for the safety of slaves escaping their “owners.” This home is now a museum dedicated to that search for freedom. The Lewelling Quaker Museum sits in the quite farming community of Salem, Iowa, 10 miles south... [Continue Reading]
Lake Sugema Fish And Wildlife Area
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:54:43 +0000
Lacey Keosauqua State Park at Keosauquak, Iowa, is the gateway to the 574-acre lake and 3,600 fish and wildlife area. First stocked in 1992, the lake is quickly becoming one the Iowa’s premier largemouth bass fisheries. Creel surveys indicate the lake is among Iowa’s top bluegill waters, crappie fishing is also excellent. The lake is... [Continue Reading]
Keokuk Veterans’ Memorial – Keokuk, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:52:40 +0000
Keokuk Veterans’ Memorial – Keokuk, Iowa This beautiful monument sets at the entrance of Oakland Cemetery, 18th and Carroll Streets in Keokuk. The Veterans’ Memorial dedicated on July 4, 2005 is a tribute to the men and and women who served with honor in the United States Armed Forces. The beauty of this memorial is... [Continue Reading]
Wildlife Lakes Elk Farm – West Burlington, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:49:08 +0000
WILDLIFE LAKES ELK FARM – BURLINGTON, IOWA This farm is located just outside of West Burlington to the west where you can see the majestic elk with their huge racks, the females with their young and other wildlife such as geese that visit the ponds at the farm. Wildlife Lakes Elk Farm is located in... [Continue Reading]
West Point Public Museum – West Point, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:47:41 +0000
West Point Public Museum – West Point, Iowa. The West Point Museum, which is located on the southwest corner of the town square in West Point at 311 Avenue D., was established in 1977 by the West Point Historical Society. Museum items include numerous 1800 to 1900 period furnishings and artifacts. To experience the past... [Continue Reading]
Van Allen House Heritage Museum – Mt. Pleasant, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:45:55 +0000
Description – This is the birthplace and early home of Dr. James A. Van Allen, physicist noted for his role in United States space explorations, including the discovery of the Van Allen radiation belts. This Italianate home was built by his grandfather in 1862 and remained in the family until 1996. Several of the rooms... [Continue Reading]
Tri-State Rodeo – Fort Madison, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:44:17 +0000
Tri-State Rodeo – Fort Madison, Iowa Since 1947, Fort Madison has hosted one of the nation’s top professional rodeos. A 10,000 seat outdoor arena plays host to four performances. This annual event continues to grow…don’t miss it! The program for 2011 begins on September 7th and goes through the 10th. Come and enjoy the events. ... [Continue Reading]
Toolesboro Indian Mounds & Museum – Wapello, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:42:50 +0000
Toolesboro Indian Mounds & Museum – Wapello, Iowa This is a group of seven Woodland culture burial mounds and visitor center/museum with Oneota culture artifacts. The Toolesboro site consists of seven burial mounds on a bluff overlooking the Iowa River near where it joins the Mississippi River. The conical mounds were constructed between 100 BC... [Continue Reading]
Museum Of Repertoire Americana – Theater Museum-Mount (Mt.) Pleasant, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:40:54 +0000
Description – In a building at the north end of the campground section of the Midwest Old Threshers complex in Mount (Mt.) Pleasant, Iowa, is located the Museum of Repertoire Americana(Theatre Museum). Visitors will find a unique collection of memorabilia from various venues of American popular entertainment—opera houses, tent theaters, showboats, minstrels, and Chautauqua. Included in... [Continue Reading]
The Miller House Museum – Keokuk, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:38:00 +0000
The three–story, 12–room brick home was built by Justice Samuel Miller in 1857 in Keokuk, Iowa. The Museum is owned and operated by the Lee County Historical Society. The home was built by Samuel Freeman Miller in 1859 at a cost of $13,000. Miller was appointed to the United States Supreme Court by Abraham Lincoln... [Continue Reading]
SWEET CORN FESTIVAL – West Point, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:36:34 +0000
SWEET CORN FESTIVAL – West Point, Iowa This annual four-day event takes place on the town square and runs from Thursday through Sunday inclusive, over the second weekend of August. Nearly 25,000 people decend on West Point to eat the wonderful sweet corn furnished by the community. The West Point Community Club is the primary host... [Continue Reading]
Swedish Heritage Museum – Swedesburg, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:34:51 +0000
The Swedish Heritage Museum displays exhibits that present the immigrant experiences of the Swedish settlers of Swedesburg, early farming practices of the farmers who reclaimed the marshy acres surrounding the town, and the history of the church established in the town of Swedesburg. Open everyday except Wednesday and Sunday year round. Telephone 319-254-2317
Starr’s Cave Park And Preserve – Burlington, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:33:30 +0000
This 200-acre park and preserve in Burlington, Iowa contains a variety of forest groupings—from bottom-land softwoods to upland hardwood timber. Native prairie grasses and flowers are found in small patches along the limestone bluffs. Some prairie restoration work has also been started. Massive 100-foot high cliffs rise above Flint Creek and provide scenic overlooks and... [Continue Reading]
Snake Alley – Burlington, Iowa
Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:31:50 +0000
This brick street has been noted in Ripley’s Believe It or Not as the crookedest street in the world. It consists of five half curves and two quarter curves and drops 58 feet over a distance of 275 feet. Visitors can walk or bicycle down its winding way. Located in the center of Burlington this... [Continue Reading]
Ellston Pioneer Museum – Ellston, Iowa
Mon, 18 Feb 2008 05:23:18 +0000
In this complex in Ellston, Iowa, visitors can tour a variety of historical sites: the restored Cornwall Pioneer Home, the Hazel Glen rural school, and the National Old Thresherman’s Hall of Fame. Admission – Fee is charged Hours – 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., Saturday – Sunday, June – August (also open by appointment) Phone... [Continue Reading]
Midwest Central Railroad – Mt. Pleasant, Iowa
Sun, 17 Feb 2008 21:06:58 +0000
Description – At Midwest Old Threshers, and the Midwest Central Railroad are comprised of volunteer groups. These two groups have preserved and operate two historic types of transportation. The Midwest Central Railroad has over 8 pieces of narrow gauge rolling stock on the grounds, some of them as old as 1891. Some of these are... [Continue Reading]
Iowa Army Ammunition Plant – Middletown, Iowa
Sun, 17 Feb 2008 20:32:18 +0000
Iowa Army Ammunition Plant – Middletown, Iowa – Iowa Army Ammunition Plant is a Group Technology Center for missile warheads, tank ammunition, artillery rounds and demolition charges. The Iowa AAP’s 1,500 building facility is built on 19,300 acres in southeast Iowa. Less than a third of the IAAAP’s 19,015-acre (30-square-mile) property is occupied by active... [Continue Reading]
INTERNATIONAL L-BIRD CONVENTION – Keokuk, Iowa
Sun, 17 Feb 2008 20:26:22 +0000
INTERNATIONAL L-BIRD CONVENTION – Keokuk, Iowa. 15th Annual World Wide L-Bird Convention July 19 – 21, 2007. All IBDA, ILPA, Military Trainers Warbirds and enthusiasts, WELCOME! Pancake Breakfast BBQ Fly Out For Dinner Banquet Hospitality Room for those that are registered for the event. Those that are interested in observing are more than welcome to... [Continue Reading]
Harlan House – Home of Senator Harlan – Mt. Pleasant, Iowa
Sun, 17 Feb 2008 20:23:59 +0000
This Mount Pleasant Italiante style home was built by James Harlan on the edge of the Iowa Wesleyan College campus and was completed in 1872. Harlan was the first Republican Senator from the State of Iowa and he became a close friend of Abraham Lincoln. President Lincoln’s son Robert married Harlan’s daughter Mary. Robert, Mary,... [Continue Reading]
George M. Verity Riverboat Museum – Keokuk, Iowa
Sun, 17 Feb 2008 20:19:23 +0000
George M. Verity Riverboat Museum – Keokuk, Iowa The paddle boat was built in Dubuque, Iowa by the U.S. Government in 1927. The George M. Verity was donated to the City of Keokuk in 1961 after being retired from service. It was built to revive river transportation and move barges from St Louis to St.... [Continue Reading]
Fort Madison Art Center – Fort Madison, Iowa
Sun, 17 Feb 2008 20:10:08 +0000
Fort Madison Art Center – Fort Madison, Iowa The Art Center, which is open year-round, regularly displays works from local artists. The Art Center does more than just show and sell artwork throughout the year – it also puts on numerous programs for kids, including the 4-H art program, the Suzuki Violin program, the Lunch-ALA-art... [Continue Reading]
DuPont’s Iowa Powder Mills (Powdertown)- Keokuk, Iowa
Sun, 17 Feb 2008 20:07:46 +0000
DuPont’s Iowa Powder Mills (Powedertown)- Keokuk, Iowa. Powdertown, or, the Iowa Powder Mills were part of DuPont’s expansion during the late 1800′s. Black blasting powder was what they manufactured here, and was sold and shipped to various mining operations in the Midwest. The plant operated from 1898-1949. The site is a wonderful place to walk... [Continue Reading]
Dover Museum – New London, Iowa
Sun, 17 Feb 2008 20:05:44 +0000
Description – This building was originally constructed as a glove and mitten factory in 1909; it then became a creamery in 1928. Now its displays highlight the dairy industry in an area entitled “From Bossy to Butter” and various aspects of local history. The exhibits include photographs and narratives of local people and places. Exhibits... [Continue Reading]
Crapo Park – Burlington, Iowa
Sun, 17 Feb 2008 20:02:25 +0000
Crapo Park – Burlington, Iowa This 85 acre park was established in 1895 through the efforts of Philip Crapo, a local businessman and philanthropist. There was a great flurry of activity in 1896 to ready the park for the Iowa semi-centennial. The roads and plantings were designed at that time by the landscape engineering... [Continue Reading]