East Central Iowa, Iowa
Step back in time and across oceans for a taste of Old World tradition. Visit seven authentic German villages to sample wines, beers and delicious fare. Or, shop for master-crafted furniture and clocks. Then fast-forward to the 21st century for a thrilling evening of stock car racing.
Explore East Central Iowa
The Historic Englert Theatre
The Englert Theatre opened in downtown Iowa City on September 26, 1912
Iowa City, IA HistoricTheatresSutliff Bridge
The massive iron bridge, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, was constructed in 1898 at the crossing of Sutliff'
Sutliff, IA Historic BridgesMuscatine Art Center
Visit 1908 Edwardian mansion, which houses French Impressionist works and American decorative arts. Large contemporary gallery features changing exhibitions, Japanese garden and sculpture court.
Muscatine, IA Art CentersDAR Log Cabin
1840 log house of Alexander and Mary Young and their eight children. Located in Sunset Park.
Washington, IA Historic CabinsIndustrial Machine Shop Museum
The Industrial Machine Shop Museum dates back to 1860 and was the original repair shop for the Amana Woolen Mill. The museum still contains equipment original to the building. Machinery was driven by a central line shaft and was powered by the water wheel turned by the millrace canal.
Amana, IA MuseumsOld Capitol Museum
National historic landmark, located on the University of Iowa Pentacrest, restored to reflect the years it served as the last capitol of the Iowa Territory (1842-1846) and as the first state capitol (1846-1857). Guided tours and video presentation available.
Iowa City, IA MuseumsIndian Creek Nature Center
Restored savannas, prairies and woodlands cover 210 acres. Cedar Greenbelt Recreation Trail and Sac and Fox National Recreation Trail cross the property. Buildings include auditorium, "maple syruping"
Cedar Rapids, IA Nature CentersAmana Woolen Mill and Salesroom
Iowa's only operating woolen mill, with looms in operation Monday through Friday. Self-guided tours available daily.
Amana, IA MillsMuseum of Natural History
Three major galleries focus on natural science and natural history of Iowa and the Midwest. Newly remodeled Hageboeck Hall features more than 1,000 birds. Mammal Hall displays nearly every order of mammal from aardvark to zebra, including a 48
Iowa City, IA MuseumsKalona Historical Village
Gathered around the old wooden two-story depot and representing Kalona'
Kalona, IA MuseumsCommunal Agriculture Museum
Exhibits of tools, artifacts and photographs depict the role of agriculture in communal Amana. Located in a restored 1860 barn.
Amana, IA Museums