Northeast Iowa, Iowa
Summer pursuits make a big splash with young and old, while the fall harvest brings a bounty of color. Visit historic river towns, and catch riverboat casino fever. Then check into a charming bed and breakfast inn overlooking the mighty Mississippi.
Explore Northeast Iowa
Bremer County Historical Society Museum
The Bremer County Historical Society Museum building was built in 1862 as the first large hotel and stagecoach stop in the area and is on the National Register of Historic Places. It now houses pioneer and other artifacts from Bremer County. Visit us on Facebook:
Waverly, IA MuseumsBloomsbury Farm
When you and your family visit Bloomsbury Farm, you will experience a fun-filled day full of outdoor adventure and learning! Bloomsbury Farm is located 4
Atkins, IA Farm LifeCarnegie Cultural Center
Temporary and Permanent exhibits fill this old Carnegie Library building. Permanent exhibits include the Natvig Brothers Circus, life under the big top in models to scale; Billy J's Clown Circus, clown models on parade; Toy Town
New Hampton, IA MuseumsFontana Interpretive Nature Center
Nature Center features displays and dioramas that interpret woodlands wetlands and prairies. Hands-on exhibits allow visitors to see and touch natural objects, play games and find answers to environmental problems. A live animal display features native wildlife:
Hazleton, IA Nature CentersPorter House Museum
Italianate house with original furnishings. Exhibits of exotic butterflies, South American artifacts. Unique rock wall surrounds the property.
Decorah, IA MuseumsMotor Mill Historic Site
Visit the six-story limestone mill and four other limestone buildings in the settlement of Motor, which existed only from 1869-1883. Hike rugged trails in nearby hills. Primitive camping, canoe access.
Elkader, IA Historic SitesFayette County Historical Center
Variety of exhibits, including local history, war memorabilia, health care, housekeeping, agricultural, advertising and more. Extensive genealogy department.
West Union, IA Historic CentersMavis and Conner Dummermuth Historical Building an
Historical Building contains a collection of farm and home antiques along with vintage seed and feed sacks. The Historical House depicts a turn-of-the-century farm home.
Elgin, IA Historic BuildingsLost Island Adventure Park
Huge wave pool, eight major waterslides, "Lazy River," two 18-hole "adventure golf" courses, wheelchair accessible golf, go-cart track, concessions, interactive play areas, gift shop, and picnic area. Iowa's largest waterpark.
Waterloo, IA Water ParksUniversity of Northern Iowa Museums
Permanent natural history exhibits feature items from shells to mastodon bones, African antelope to Peruvian textiles. Changing exhibits highlight a variety of cultural and international themes. Call ahead to visit the nearby Marshall Center School, a restored 1893
Cedar Falls, IA Museums