Motor Mill, built in 1869, preserves the story of flour milling and wheat production in Northeast Iowa. The mill demonstrates the struggles farmers, businessmen and laborers faced in a remote… Read the full story »
Mathias Ham Historic Site
Explore Dubuque’s rich history at this unique historic site. Owned and operated by the Dubuque County Historical Society and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this historic property… Read the full story »
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Living History Farms
For over 50 years, Living History Farms has been educating and connecting all peoples to the many stories of Midwestern rural heritage through hands-on, interactive experiences. Set on 500 acres in Urbandale,… Read the full story »
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Johnson County Historical Society Museum
The JCHS Heritage Museum’s permanent and temporary exhibits and interactive displays show how the land, people, transportation and businesses, including agriculture, evolved to create today’s Johnson County community. With over… Read the full story »
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Kinney Pioneer Museum
Kinney Pioneer Museum is a historical museum that preserves and displays the pioneer way of life in rural north central Iowa. The museum includes exhibits and displays on early agricultural… Read the full story »
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John Deere Waterloo – Tractor Operations (TO)
See John Deere tractors being made from start to finish on this one-of-a-kind tour. John Deere has long been known as the world’s leading manufacturer of agricultural tractors. Many of… Read the full story »
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Jasper County Historical Museum
Featured areas include our 1875 Barn, Engine House, and Ag Building that houses a variety of early equipment, much of it made locally. The Ag Building also includes our “Winderful… Read the full story »
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Jackson County History Museum
Enjoy 22,000 sq. ft. of exhibits from period rooms, a country school, bootmaker shop, general store, an authentic replica of a McCormick Reaper, to wildlife and military displays. The museum also… Read the full story »
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Iowa’s Dairy Center
Iowa’s Dairy Center is committed to sharing Iowa’s dairy story through modern dairy farming, caring for our animals and protecting the environment. On your guided tour, you will see cows… Read the full story »
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Iowa River Gazebo
Past, present and future meet at the Iowa River Gazebo located on the Iowa River in Coralville. The 14 interpretive panels and eight plaques celebrate the people, early history and… Read the full story »
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