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
Reed/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 MazesTwin 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 CoursesKellogg 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 MuseumsBoone & Scenic Valley Railroad
Hop aboard the tourist line railroad, which travels 15 miles (dinner and dessert trains travel 22 miles) through the beautiful Des Moines River Valley over two great bridges. See displays of historic railroad items and equipment. Valentine Dinner Train in February;
Boone, IA Railroad HistoryDes 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 and fresh exhibitions each year. Museum shop offers unique gifts, jewelry, cards and books.
Des Moines, IA GalleriesLiving History Farms
Learn the amazing story of how Iowans transformed fertile prairies into the most productive farmland in the world. Travel at your own pace through five time periods spanning 300 years: the 1700 Ioway Indian village, the 1850 Pioneer Farm, the 1875 frontier town of Walnut Hill, the 1900
Urbandale, IA Living HistoryBob Feller Museum
Wide range of memorabilia from Feller's Hall of Fame baseball career with Cleveland Indians. Old uniforms, photographs, trophies, special awards and artwork. Specially commissioned brick mural on outside wall. Numerous gift items available for purchase.
Van Meter, IA MuseumsBrunnier Art Museum
Art exhibitions; glass, ceramics and art from eastern and western cultures; gallery talks; children's programs.
Ames, IA Museums