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 MuseumsMontauk
Home of Iowa's 12th governor, William Larrabee, and his wife, Anna. The Larrabee family furnished and maintained this 1874 brick and native limestone mansion for more than 100
Clermont, IA MansionsHub City Heritage Railway Museum
Tour the old railroad express building and yard office, with refurbished cabooses and engines. Gift shop.
Oelwein, IA MuseumsFayette 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 CentersFroelich Historic Site
See where the first successful tractor was invented. An 1892 scale model and reference materials are on site. Also visit a restored 1886 rural schoolhouse and 1891 general store, with related antiques and displays.
Monona, IA Historic SitesLaura Ingalls Wilder Park and Museum
Nine-year-old Laura Ingalls moved here with her family in 1876 so her father could manage the Burr Oak Masters Hotel. This is the only childhood home of Laura Ingalls Wilder that remains on its original site. The hotel is restored to its 1876
Burr Oak, IA MuseumsBily Clocks Museum/Antonin Dvorak Exhibit
See clocks hand-carved by brothers Joseph and Frank Bily over a 45-year period. Don't miss the Antonin Dvorak exhibit upstairs. Dvorak lived in the building during the summer of 1893
Spillville, IA Museums