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 ViewsOne 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 JailsThis 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
Victorian 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 MuseumsExplore 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 MuseumsA collection of antique farm machinery and tools using manpower, horsepower and early tractor power. Display of American Indi...
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This 1899 Rock Island depot, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, houses an extensive operating model railroa...
A collection of more than 300 mounted birds, including many rare species and some over 100 years old....
Antiques and historical memorabilia from Cass County displayed in an 1800s bank that is on the National Register of Historic ...