Explore Dubuque County
Grand Opera House
The Grand Opera House is the oldest theater in Dubuque and was built in 1889-1890 at an estimated cost of $65,000. Done in the Richardsonian architectural style, the original facade consists of St. Louis brick facing with Bayfield red sandstone trim. Dubuque'
Dubuque, IA Opera HousesMathias Ham House Historic Site
View Italianate limestone mansion, built in 1856 and authentically restored and furnished. Also visit 1833 double log house with hands-on exhibit.
Dubuque, IA Historic SitesLeft and Center Field of Dreams
Original site of the filming of the movie Field of Dreams in 1988. Play ball, run the bases, and walk out of the corn like the ghosts in the movie. Souvenirs and snacks available.
Dyersville, IA Baseball FieldsBasilica of St. Francis Xavier
Also known as the pope's church, this fine example of true medieval Gothic architecture was designated a basilica in 1956. Home to 5,000 parishioners, it has 212-foot twin spires and 64-stained glass windows.
Dyersville, IA Historic ChurchesMines of Spain Recreation Area
State wildlife area offers 1,387 acres of forest and tallgrass prairie along the Mississippi River. Designated watchable wildlife area and urban wildlife sanctuary with excellent birdwatching. 14
Dubuque, IA RecreationDubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
Annual and perennial flowers and vegetables, prairie grasses and wildflowers, water gardens, waterfalls, and ornamental plantings. English formal garden, dwarf conifers. Award-winning rose gardens, 850 varieties of hostas. Garden Gift Shop, "Music in the Gardens" events.
Dubuque, IA ArboretumsDiamond Jo Casino
Year-round gambling on this excursion boat, with slot machines, video poker, craps, roulette, blackjack and poker.
Dubuque, IA CasinosNational Farm Toy Museum
Newly-expanded museum has two floors with 30,000 farm toys and trucks on display. Diorama illustrates the history and importance of agriculture. Theater offers 10-minute movie.
Dyersville, IA Museums