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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's diverse ecosystems. Hands-on interactive activities for all ages, bird-viewing area.

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Indian 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 Centers

Czech Village

Step into an Old World atmosphere along the Cedar River at the bridge of the lions. Visit an interesting variety of ethnic, gift and specialty shops, bakeries and restaurants. See the National Czech &

Cedar Rapids, IA Museums

Brucemore

One of 25 properties of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, Brucemore is a 26-acre estate in the heart of Cedar Rapids with rolling lawns, formal garden, 1915 Lord and Burnham greenhouse, 1927 swimming pool, and duck pond. The home is a 21-room Queen Anne-style mansion built in 1886. (

Cedar Rapids, IA Estates

Grant Wood Studio and Visitor Center

Tour the original studio where artist Grant Wood lived and worked from 1924 to 1934. Designed and built by Wood, this light-filled carriage house loft was where he painted "American Gothic" and many other famous works. Operated by the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, which houses the world'

Cedar Rapids, IA Visitors Centers

Ushers Ferry Historic Village

Take a step back in time to a small turn-of-the-century Iowa town at Ushers Ferry Historic Village. Located on a beautiful 10-acre site in Seminole Valley Park in northeast Cedar Rapids. More than 30

Cedar Rapids, IA Museums

Things to do near Cedar Rapids, IA

Grant Wood Gallery

Original artwork by Iowa native Grant Wood, including 23 charcoal sketches and two oil paintings, on display at the 1903 Carn...

Muscatine Art Center

Visit 1908 Edwardian mansion, which houses French Impressionist works and American decorative arts. Large contemporary galler...

Coralville Lake Hunting Areas

Hunting at Coralville Lake is allowed only during State of Iowa appointed hunting seasons. All areas of Coralville Lake are s...