Constructed in 1848, the mill has been used as a saw mill, carding mill, flour mill, feed mill, and as a generating station for electricity. Interior is completely restored and contains an operating water-powered turbine. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Guided tours by Lynnville Historical Society, 641-527-2256.
Central Iowa's only remaining drive-in theater is open daily, and children under 11 are admitted free with parents.
Newton, IA Drive-In TheatersCollection of native and introduced trees and plants used to beautify Iowa's landscape. Annuals, perennials, hostas, roses, ornamental grasses. Prairie water garden. Paved walking path.
Newton, IA ArboretumsEnjoy weekend races on this 1/8 mile dirt oval go-cart track.
Newton, IA Kart RacingThe history of Jasper County is depicted by a 40-foot bas relief mural. Exhibits include washing machine display, Maytag memorabilia, displays from four Newton-based companies, 150-million-year-old dinosaur tracks, agricultural display, and 1875 barn. See Victorian and 1930
Newton, IA MuseumsConstructed in 1848, the mill has been used as a saw mill, carding mill, flour mill, feed mill, and as a generating station f...
An extension of the world-renowned Des Moines Art Center in an energetic urban museum space, featuring three or four exciting...
The Iowa State Fair, held each August, is Iowa's largest tourism event and the cornerstone event of more than 160 activities ...
Landscaped garden in "The Rose Capital of Iowa" features varieties of old and new roses, along with a gazebo. Garden is light...
Two museums house artifacts from the Ankeny area, including military items, several period rooms, a school room with historic...