Comfort Suites Council Bluffs
1801 South 35th StreetCouncil Bluffs IA 51503
Ph: (712)323-9760
Fax: (401)943-8807
www.comfortsuites.com
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 MuseumsMonument 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 ViewsVictorian house museum built by Grenville and Mrs. Dodge in 1869-70 is a National Historic Landmark. Dodge was a Civil War General, railroad builder, banker and politician. Holiday decorations include 25 Christmas trees in a variety of styles. Summer garden walk each July, annual fall tea.
Council Bluffs, IA MuseumsOne 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 JailsReconstructed log tabernacle, covered wagon, handcart, tools and artifacts near on the site where Brigham Young was sustained president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in 1847
Council Bluffs, IA ExhibitsNative butterflies, tropical birds, water feature with tropical koi, seasonal floral displays, and chrysalises in the greenho...
Victorian house museum built by Grenville and Mrs. Dodge in 1869-70 is a National Historic Landmark. Dodge was a Civil War Ge...
Display of early county history, Thomas D. Murphy "A Legacy of Calendar Art," restored 1884 barn with agricultural history e...
Birthplace of 4-H movement. Specializes in "Country School Classes" for young and old....
Military artifacts, items from local jail and county physician. Icarian artifacts and one-room Icarian schoolhouse. Many old ...