Ames

Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

Brunnier Art Museum

Art exhibitions; glass, ceramics and art from eastern and western cultures; gallery talks; children's programs.

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Things to Do in Ames

Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Reiman Gardens

Beautiful, educational display garden features 5,000 square-foot indoor conervatory with changing displays, and butterfly flight…

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The road is the experience.

Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.

Ames Golf & Country Club

Course Access: PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 4 days

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Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Homewood Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 1 days

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Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Octagon Center for the Arts

Local, regional and national art exhibitions and juried art shows, classes and workshops for all…

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Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Farm House Museum

Built in the 1860s as the first building at Iowa State Agricultural College and Model…

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Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

Iowa State University

Ranked among the 25 most beautiful campuses in the nation, this university setting includes historic…

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Iowa State Center

Four-building conference, athletic and performing arts complex. Stephens Auditorium is a 2,747-seat performing arts facility…

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The road is the experience.

Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.

Oaks Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes

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