Southeast Iowa, Iowa
Follow your travels to amazing discoveries. Climb a rocky path to a secluded cave. Wind around the world's "crookedest" street. Visit historical places steeped in Mississippi River lore. From the steam era to the Victorian era, history surrounds you.
Explore Southeast Iowa
Donnellson Depot Museum
The old depot in Donnellson is open during Apple Daze or by special arrangements with City Hall. Contains Donnellson historical items. Donnellson historical or genealogical information can be found at the Library, at 319-835-5545
Donnellson, IA Railroad HistoryPresbyterian Church
The Bentonsport Presbyterian Church, constructed of brick and Georgian in style, was dedicated in 1855
Bentonsport, IA Historic ChurchesKathy's Pumpkin Patch
Visit our working farm just one mile east of Donnellson, Iowa, where we feature over 175
Donnellson, IA MazesBentonsport Indian Artifact Museum
Artisan, Tony Sanders, has achieved a unique blend of woodworking and history with his collection of over 4,000 arrowheads. All of the woodwork from the building to the display cases are built by hand from over 16 different native woods and shaped into various patterns. For about 60
Bentonsport, IA MuseumsBentonsport Iron Truss Bridge
Originally opened in 1883 to horse and buggy traffic, this one lane iron bridge replaced ferries that linked Vernon and Bentonsport. It is the oldest standing truss bridge across the Des Moines River and also the longest. Damaged in the flood of 1903
Bentonsport, IA Historic BridgesBentonsport National Historic District
Visit this 1840s river town with its century-old iron bridge and walkway. Stroll through a perennial/rose garden, and watch as local artisans create their products. Historic buildings house shops featuring antiques, art, handmade crafts, gifts, and fudge. Riverside park, campground, B&
Bentonsport, IA Historic DistrictsGreef General Store
The Greef General Store was built of brick and stone in the early 1840's, it was once the largest store in the county, and housed the Greef brothers' banking operations.
Bentonsport, IA Historic BuildingsNorth Lee County Historic Center and Railroad Depo
Visit the old Santa Fe Depot, railroad exhibits and an A.T.&
Fort Madison, IA Historic CentersMiller House Museum
Home of Supreme Court justice appointed by Abraham Lincoln. Federal-style house with 19th century furnishings. Special exhibits include an early dentist's office, American Indian artifacts, the building of the dam and powerhouse and a children's room
Keokuk, IA MuseumsBonaparte Historic Riverfront District
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, downtown Bonaparte offers gift shops, antique stores and a well-known restaurant. The smallest Main Street community in the country, Bonaparte has been named one of 12 national "Distinctive Destinations"
Bonaparte, IA Historic DistrictsThe Theatre Museum of Repertoire Americana
Unique collection of memorabilia from early American popular entertainment. Priceless stage drops, artifacts, computer-catalogued library, scripts and music scores dating from the 1850
Mount Pleasant, IA MuseumsMorris Memorial Park
Reconstructed pioneer settlement including barn with antique farm machinery, log cabin, schoolhouse, walking trails and fish pond.
Keosauqua, IA Parks