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 BridgesPioneer Heritage Museum and Historical Resource Library
View 1861 log house, 1856 cabin, 1930 filling station and 1861 Rock Island depot in a museum complex covering half a city block. Large resource library for family histories and Iowa County history.
Marengo, IA MuseumsDuffy's Collectible Cars
See 75 fully restored cars from the 1930s-1970s -- hardtops and convertibles. Gas pumps and memorabilia such as phone booths, wall murals and 1950
Cedar Rapids, IA MuseumsMuseum of Art
One of the country's most important collections of African art serves as the museum's centerpiece. Visitors can also view traveling exhibitions and selections from the museum's permanent collection of more than 12,000 works of art.
Iowa City, IA MuseumsWilton Candy Kitchen
Housed in an 1856 building listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Wilton Candy Kitchen is considered the oldest ongoing ice cream parlor/soda fountain/confectionery in the world. Established in 1867, it serves George'
Wilton, IA Historic BuildingsWickup Hill Outdoor Learning Center
This 10,000-square-foot learning center is set among a diverse system of trails and natural habitats. See replicas of historic and prehistoric artifacts, a full-size replica of a wickiup and American Indian family, and a "Hall of Habitats" highlighting Iowa'
Cedar Rapids, IA Nature CentersGranger House
Late 19th century middle-class home displays many antique furnishings. Don't miss the 1879 brick carriage house. Both buildings are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Marion, IA Historic HomesMennonite Museum and Archives
Museum and archives devoted to early Amish and Mennonite cultures and lifestyles, including genealogy books and research materials. Located within the Kalona Historical Village
Kalona, IA MuseumsAmish By-Ways Tour
A 90 minute tour of Kalona's Amish countryside with visits to local shops. An "insider's" view of Amish life.
Kalona, IA ToursAckerman Winery
Take a walking tour through six levels of this winery. See 14,000 gallons of wine age in tanks and barrels. Gift shop and wine-tasting.
South Amana, IA Wineries