Central Iowa, Iowa


Arts and cultural pursuits are central to this region. A day of roller coasters followed by a night of baseball is sure to thrill. And for a glimpse of the area's rich past, visit a 19th century farm and village and a wildlife refuge where buffalo still roam.
Explore Central Iowa
Kellogg Historical Museum
The Kellogg Historical Museum complex includes agricultural building, factory/bank, original one-room schoolhouse, country church, machine shed and blacksmith shop, along with two-story museum building, the former Simpson Hotel, constructed in 1909
Kellogg, IA MuseumsTwin Anchors Golf Club
Twin Anchors Golf Club features a public, daily fee course located near Colo, Iowa. We offer a welcoming yet challenging 9-hole, par 34, regulation golf course with low prices and friendly service. From the back tees, the course plays over 2206 yards, with a slope rating of 113. Opened in 1994
Colo, IA Golf CoursesReed/Niland Corner Historic Hotel/Cafe
Travel the Lincoln or Jefferson Highway to the "one-stop" destination of many travelers during the 1940's. The Reed/
Colo, IA Historic BuildingsAllsup's Pumpkinville and Corn Maze
Pumpkinville is one of the best Fall outings you will find in Central Iowa. We have lots of groups and individuals come visit our fifth generation family farm. Both the young and old find something to have fun doing. Create your own traditions and family memories that last a lifetime.
Mitchellville, IA MazesIowa Arboretum
Library of Living Plants showcases 18 plant collections including perennials, dwarf conifers, herbs, nut trees, butterfly garden, and Buck roses. Children's garden, 330
Madrid, IA ArboretumsIowa Cubs Baseball
Follow the AAA minor league baseball team, and enjoy fireworks and concerts during the baseball season.
Des Moines, IA Minor League BaseballAdel Historical Museum
1857 brick building served as Adel's original schoolhouse. Features period room settings, photographs and memorabilia.
Adel, IA MuseumsThe Brenton Arboretum
More than 1,800 identified trees and shrubs at this 120-acre arboretum. Walking tours and trails, wetlands and prairie, wildflowers, lake, pond and streams.
Dallas Center, IA ArboretumsIowa State University
Ranked among the 25 most beautiful campuses in the nation, this university setting includes historic and contemporary buildings and more than 450 art sculptures. Internationally recognized for leadership in science and technology education and research, it is the birthplace of the world'
Ames, IA UniversitiesBasilica of St. John
Designated a basilica in 1989. Northern Italian/Lombardy Romanesque style, with gold-leaf coffered ceilings and 46 stained-glass windows, including a 15-foot Munich rose window. Ornate plaster and travertine marble interior.
Des Moines, IA Historic ChurchesNewton Kart Klub
Enjoy weekend races on this 1/8 mile dirt oval go-cart track.
Newton, IA Kart Racing