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 DistrictsA pottery was housed in this brick structure from 1865 to 1896. See parts of the kiln foundation, 22-foot fir beams, the area where horses powered the mill, drying areas and more. Special events include pottery making on site with original molds.
Bonaparte, IA Historic HomesBeginning in Donnellson, head west on Highway 2 and follow the winding road of the Woodlands Scenic Byway that introduces you...
Home of Supreme Court justice appointed by Abraham Lincoln. Federal-style house with 19th century furnishings. Special exhibi...
The Waubonsie Trail was the first hard road crossing the state of Iowa. It was built in 1911. It began by heading off from th...
Historic swing span bridge is now a lighted observation deck with picnic tables....