Central Iowa, Iowa
Arts and cultural pursuits are central to this region. A day of roller coasters followed by a night of baseball is sure to thrill. And for a glimpse of the area's rich past, visit a 19th century farm and village and a wildlife refuge where buffalo still roam.
Explore Central Iowa
Kellogg Historical Museum
The Kellogg Historical Museum complex includes agricultural building, factory/bank, original one-room schoolhouse, country church, machine shed and blacksmith shop, along with two-story museum building, the former Simpson Hotel, constructed in 1909
Kellogg, IA MuseumsAllsup's Pumpkinville and Corn Maze
Pumpkinville is one of the best Fall outings you will find in Central Iowa. We have lots of groups and individuals come visit our fifth generation family farm. Both the young and old find something to have fun doing. Create your own traditions and family memories that last a lifetime.
Mitchellville, IA MazesReed/Niland Corner Historic Hotel/Cafe
Travel the Lincoln or Jefferson Highway to the "one-stop" destination of many travelers during the 1940's. The Reed/
Colo, IA Historic BuildingsTwin Anchors Golf Club
Twin Anchors Golf Club features a public, daily fee course located near Colo, Iowa. We offer a welcoming yet challenging 9-hole, par 34, regulation golf course with low prices and friendly service. From the back tees, the course plays over 2206 yards, with a slope rating of 113. Opened in 1994
Colo, IA Golf CoursesWhite Water University Fun Park
Enjoy water park with wave pool, tubing rides, water slides, lazy river, children's play pool, and hot tub. Play 18 holes of California-style golf and ride Iowa's only twin-engine go-carts. Visit the ultimate haunted house at Halloween.
Pleasant Hill, IA Water ParksOctagon Center for the Arts
Local, regional and national art exhibitions and juried art shows, classes and workshops for all ages. Octagon Shop offers Midwestern arts and crafts for sale. The Octagon's Art Festival is held each September.
Ames, IA Art CentersLincoln Highway Bridge
Built in 1915 as part of the first U.S. transcontinental highway, this is the only Lincoln Highway bridge still in existence.
Toledo, IA Historic BridgesMatthew Edel Blacksmith Shop
Visit 19th-century blacksmith shop operated until 1940 by German immigrant Matthew Edel. Shop remains as he left it in 1940.
Haverhill, IA Pioneer HistoryState Center Rose Garden
Landscaped garden in "The Rose Capital of Iowa" features varieties of old and new roses, along with a gazebo. Garden is lighted from 8-11 nightly.
State Center, IA GardensSalorville Lake Hunting
Public hunting is permitted on the Saylorville Lake Project, provided all State of Iowa and Iowa Department of Natural Resources rules and regulations are adhered to. Special hunts, like the special deer/
, IA HuntingCarl and Evelyn Wilson Nature Preserve
Two-acre reconstructed prairie, with 75 flower species, grasses, native woodland and butterfly garden.
Traer, IA Nature PreservesLongview Golf Centre
Iowa's only golf dome, with 34 tees on two levels, Iowa'
Grimes, IA Sports Centers