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Council Bluffs, Iowa

  • Mid-America Center

    Multi-purpose facility is home to USHL hockey, concerts, sporting events, family shows and more. Area will include lodging, retail shops, water park, and cinema....
    Mid-America Center

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Squirrel Cage Jail

One of three remaining examples of the rotary cell jails, this three-story brick structure was completed in 1885 and featured a cage that rotated to allow jailers a view of all cells from a single vantage point. Listed on National Register of Historic Places.

Council Bluffs, IA Jails

Union Pacific Railroad Museum

Explore 140 years of American railroad history, from the origins of the nation's first transcontinental railroad in 1862 to the advanced technology of modern-day railroading. New permanent interactive exhibit "Working on the Railroad" offers a firsthand look at modern railroading.

Council Bluffs, IA Museums

Railswest Railroad Museum and HO Model Railroad

This 1899 Rock Island depot, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, houses an extensive operating model railroad, historic photos, dining car memorabilia,and uniforms. Also displayed on the grounds are two steam engines, a 1917 waycar, a club car, Railway Post Office car and caboose. Council Bluffs, IA Museums


Lewis & Clark Monument and Scenic Overlook

Monument honors the expedition of Lewis & Clark in 1804 and their historic, strategic meeting with the Otoe and Missouri Indians. Capture an expansive westward view from this historic point. Dedicated in 1936, it is located in a city park.

Council Bluffs, IA Scenic Views


Things to do near Council Bluffs, IA

Taylor County Historical Museum and Round Barn

Four-acre complex with 110-year-old log cabin, furnished rural schoolhouse, restored caboose and old depot, museum building, ...

Bricker Butterfly House

Native butterflies, tropical birds, water feature with tropical koi, seasonal floral displays, and chrysalises in the greenho...

Atlantic Golf & Country Club

Course Access: PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...

Henry A. Wallace Country Life Center

Visit this 40-acre outdoor interpretive site featuring the philosophies, ideas and achievements of Henry A. Wallace, demonstr...

Archer Engine of Yesteryear

More than 200 items, including old reel lawn mowers, rider/walk-behind tractors, old engines, and old chain saws. Antique sho...