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Displays of early county history, Native American artifacts, Civil War memorabilia, early transportation. Exhibits dedicated to notable people, including an astronaut, Olympic gold medalist, Medal of Honor winner, and the designer of the Congressional Medal of Honor flag. See early American period rooms, country store, barber shop, doctor and dentist offices, bank, and coal mine exhibit. Farm machinery displayed at county fairgrounds -- open by appointment and during fair.

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Mahanay Bell Tower

Fourteen-story carillon commands a view of Jefferson and surrounding countryside from the 120-foot-high observation deck. Fourteen bronze bells chime the time of day, with concerts offered regularly.

Jefferson, IA Bell Towers

Jefferson Telephone Company Museum

One of the few telephone museums in America, it features many early telephone and switching displays.

Jefferson, IA Museums

Lakeside Golf Club

Course Access: Semi-Private
Holes: 9
Reserve Advance Tee Times:

Jefferson, IA Golf Courses

Raccoon Bend Golf Club

Course Access: Semi-Private
Holes: 9
Reserve Advance Tee Times:

Jefferson, IA Golf Courses

Things to do near Jefferson, IA

Community Historical Society Museum

Two main street buildings plus machine shed, natural history items, artifacts representing central Iowa history, military roo...

Beaver Run Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...

Jasper County Historical Museum

The history of Jasper County is depicted by a 40-foot bas relief mural. Exhibits include washing machine display, Maytag memo...

Des Moines Art Center Downtown

An extension of the world-renowned Des Moines Art Center in an energetic urban museum space, featuring three or four exciting...

Monroe Gateway Recreation

Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...